Eliada Charity Classic Raises $36,000 to Benefit Children in Need

The event was held April 28, 2008 at Asheville Country Club.

ASHEVILLE – May 2008- On Monday, April 28th over 90 golfers gathered at Asheville Country Club to participate in the Inaugural Eliada Charity Classic, presented by thelittlestgolfer.com. The sun came out just in time for the 1:00 pm shotgun start, and a great day on the links was had by all. In total, the event raised over $36,000 to benefit the children and families served by Eliada.

The tournament was divided into two flights. The first flight was won by Eric Morris, Matthew Morris, Aaron Meinch, and Jesse Meinch. The second flight’s first-place finishers were Dr. Brazil, Dr. James Weilbaecher, and Barry Kemp. Closest to the pin winners were Jesse Meinch and Kristi Carriker, while the longest drive prizes went to David Raulerson and Ann Weidie.

Click here to view a photo gallery of the day's events.

The presenting sponsor of the tournament was thelittlestgolfer.com. Additional supporters included Asheville Savings Bank, Clear Channel Communications, Blossman Gas, Lewis Real Estate, Beverly Hanks South, Tennoca Construction, Judy’s Professional Cleaning Service, Hampton Inns/Homewood Suites of Asheville, and Budweiser of Asheville, Kohl’s of Asheville, and Mike Anderson Engineering. 

“The community really came out to support us for this event,” according to tournament committee chairman Gary Roberts. “We’ve gotten nothing but positive feedback from the golfers and sponsors, and we’re already looking forward to next year.”

About Eliada

Eliada is a 106 year old non-profit agency serving North Carolina’s children and families. Founded in 1903 by Dr. Lucius B. Compton as a home for women and children, Eliada’s full service continuum includes NAEYC accredited Child Development Services (Pre School, After School, Summer Camp, More at Four); Residential and Day Treatment for children and adolescents; In Home services; Foster Care and Therapeutic Foster Care; and Therapeutic Recreation services. The agency enters its second century with pride, committed to the fulfillment of its mission statement: Helping Children Succeed.