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The Hankin Invitational raised a record $420,000 for Handi-Crafters at its 40th tournament
The 40th Hankin Invitational set a fundraising record
- $420,000
- raised for Handi-Crafters, a record
- More than 220
- participants
- 95
- corporate sponsors
Sources: MyChesCo, VISTA.Today
If you've ever wondered what a golf outing can do, here's a number. The Hankin Invitational raised a record $420,000 for Handi-Crafters at its 40th annual tournament on Oct. 5. The money supports employment training and support services for more than 300 people with disabilities a year.
Hankin Group and co-sponsor Bentley Systems hosted the sold-out event at Whitford Country Club in Exton. Bob Hankin, president and CEO of Hankin Group, credited the sponsors and golfers who come back every year.
$3.4 millionraised for Handi-Crafters since 2014, and counting
The tournament's total since 2014 now tops $3.4 million.
Sources: MyChesCo, VISTA.Today
- Ball drop: a helicopter dropped 1,200 golf balls
- Grand prize: a Ford Bronco from Brian Hoskins Ford
- Half-Way House food and drinks: Hilton Garden Inn Exton/West Chester
“Their generosity allows us to expand opportunities, strengthen our programs, and make a lasting difference in the lives of more than 300 individuals we serve each year.”
April Ennis-Pierson, executive director of Handi-Crafters
