Many stars from the PGA Tour have come up with fund-raising and relief efforts for frontliners and people hit by the Covid-19 crisis.
Reigning U.S. Open champion Gary Woodland chipped in US$100,000 through his foundation to eight different non-profit organisations in his hometown of Topeka, Kansas to help them see through difficult times.
His Presidents Cup teammate Tony Finau has teamed up with For the Kids organisation which will deliver meals and hygiene kits to 500 schoolchildren in Salt Lake City, while 2019 International Team captain Ernie Els helped a golf club in New Jersey gather food and drinks for first responders at a local hospital.
Charity is part of the PGA Tour’s DNA where tournaments are linked closely to local charities. Last year, the tour surpassed US$3 billion in its all-time charitable totals.
Meanwhile, Max Homa shaved his hands and legs in the name of charity. The PGA Tour winner, known for his wit and roasting his fans’ golf swings on Twitter, helped raise US$40,000 for food banks around the United States. After reaching the target, he duly posted a photo with his hands and legs all clean-shaven.
Photo source: Instagram @max.homa
“I barely recognize myself (The mustache plays a big part in that). Thx to everyone who donated! 2 hours of shaving well worth all the meals we have helped provide. And to answer everyone’s questions, no I didn’t break any razors and yes I think I can swing faster now #speed,” Homa said on Twitter.
Five-time PGA Tour winner Marc Leishman and his wife Audrey used their Begin Again Foundation in Virginia Beach to help healthcare workers receive food at local hospitals, while generating income for food operators and restaurant owners.
