Golfers aim for $13.8m Mercedes Benz at Tryall-CUMI charity event in Hanover
Key Points(5)
- Scheduled for September 14 at the prestigious Tryall Golf Club in Hanover, the event aims to raise $4 million to support CUMI’s vital programs for the mentally ill.
- With over 80 golfers expected to compete, the one-day tournament has garnered significant support from sponsors, including JMMB, Tryall, Stewarts Automotive, GraceKennedy General Insurance, Advantage General, BCMG, Rainforest, Appleton Estate, and Doctor’s Cave.
- JMMB has notably increased its contribution this year, committing $1 million to the cause.
- <b>Commitment to community upliftment</b> “JMMB and the JMMB Joan Duncan Foundation have a longstanding relationship with CUMI, deeply rooted in our shared history and commitment to community upliftment,” said Kim Mair, CEO of the JMMB Joan Duncan Foundation.
- “This partnership is more than just about golf; it’s about continuing the legacy of support for those in need.” Stewart’s Automotive Group has once again stepped up with a remarkable prize, offering the Mercedes Benz SUV (GLB 200) to any golfer who can achieve a hole-in-one.
Golf enthusiasts and philanthropists alike have their eyes on the upcoming 2024 Tryall-CUMI (Committee for the Upliftment of the Mentally Ill) Charity Golf Tournament, where a luxurious $13.8 million Mercedes Benz SUV (GLB 200) is among the top prizes.
Scheduled for September 14 at the prestigious Tryall Golf Club in Hanover, the event aims to raise $4 million to support CUMI’s vital programs for the mentally ill.
With over 80 golfers expected to compete, the one-day tournament has garnered significant support from sponsors, including JMMB, Tryall, Stewarts Automotive, GraceKennedy General Insurance, Advantage General, BCMG, Rainforest, Appleton Estate, and Doctor’s Cave. JMMB has notably increased its contribution this year, committing $1 million to the cause.
Commitment to community upliftment
“JMMB and the JMMB Joan Duncan Foundation have a longstanding relationship with CUMI, deeply rooted in our shared history and commitment to community upliftment,” said Kim Mair, CEO of the JMMB Joan Duncan Foundation. “This partnership is more than just about golf; it’s about continuing the legacy of support for those in need.”
Stewart’s Automotive Group has once again stepped up with a remarkable prize, offering the Mercedes Benz SUV (GLB 200) to any golfer who can achieve a hole-in-one. Despite four years of the car being on offer, no participant has yet claimed the coveted prize. If this year’s challenge goes unmet, the car will return to Stewart’s, adding to the anticipation surrounding this particular contest.
Speaking at the event’s launch at the S Hotel in Montego Bay, Trina Delisser, chairperson of CUMI, expressed high hopes for this year’s tournament. “We are thrilled by the continued support from our long-time sponsors and excited to welcome new ones. This tournament is crucial in raising the funds necessary to sustain CUMI’s rehabilitation programs,” Delisser said.
Replacement for the organization’s annual 5K/10K Run Walk
The golf tournament was conceived as a replacement for the organization’s annual 5K/10K Run Walk, which was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. “The shift from a run/walk event to a golf tournament was a natural fit for Tryall, known for its exceptional golf course. The pandemic made it difficult to continue the run/walk, so we embraced golf, and it has been a successful transition,” Delisser explained.
While the roster of participants remains under wraps, Delisser is confident that top golfers from across the island, especially from Kingston, will be drawn to the event, eager for a chance to win the Mercedes Benz SUV and enjoy the renowned Tryall golf course.
The tournament will follow a two-person team scramble format, with the first tee-off set for 8 a.m. Entry into the tournament is set at US$145 or J$23,000.
