It was a hole in one for helping others over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend! Historic Bowden Golf Course and The United Way of Central Georgia teamed up for ‘Birdies for Brookdale’ and raised more than $22,000. 26 two-person teams hit the green for the fundraiser with all proceeds going to the Brookdale Resource Center. Players received a free lunch from Glory Days Grill, and cash prizes for first, second, and third place.   

Jack Dean, Head Golf Professional at Bowden Golf Course, was happy with the turnout. “I am so excited we were able to hold the first ever Birdies for Brookdale at our Historic Bowden Golf Course,” Dean says. “It was a great day for the center, and we’re looking forward to making it even bigger next year so we can keep raising money for such a good cause that helps so many people in our community. “ 

“We are so grateful United Way and Bowden put together this wonderful event to benefit our residents, “ says Brookdale Executive Director Alison Bender. “Brookdale has been, and continues to be, successful in helping people because of the generosity of our community. This money will go a long way to provide clothing, shelter, food, and other needs to our residents.” 

The Brookdale Resource Center is always in need of volunteers. If you’d like to join in helping, click here.