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The third annual Propel Golf Classic takes place Thursday, October 20, at Boca Lago Country Club, 8665 Juego Way in Boca Raton. The Golf Classic is the main fundraiser for Propel, an eight-year-old non-profit organization dedicated to servicing Palm Beach County’s economically-challenged communities. Propel specifically targets economically disadvantaged and at-risk youth.

The first Propel Golf Classic had a pro-celebrity aspect. Golfers could elect to be paired with NFL players who were avid golfers, and they could hang out with them after the game. This year the Propel board of directors decided the tournament was strong enough to drop the celebrity component.

“The NFL players were not as strong a draw as we anticipated,” said board president Andy Scott, former City of Boca Raton Police Chief, security specialist and golfer. “This year all proceeds will go toward the kids and our scholarships, with reduced expenses. We feel people will understand that and support us.” 

There may not be football players, but participants in the Propel Gold Classic are the movers and shakers of Boca Raton and outlying communities.

“Come join us for a fun day of golf, food and friendship,” invites Matthew Kutcher, event co-chair and Director of Private Banking USA at Credit-Suisse. “Golf is followed by drinks and hors d’oeuvres at the Boca Lago clubhouse. There will be silent and live auctions with really good prizes -- all for a great cause.”

As a result of the last two Propel Golf Classics, Propel’s educational programs have been expanded and three first-ever scholarships were awarded this year to Propel students in college. This past summer was its most active ever for Propel planning and providing activities for children who otherwise would be on their own.

“Propel offers activities and outlets for local underprivileged youths who don’t have an opportunity to attend summer camps or after school programs,” explains event co-chair Ingrid Fulmer, Executive Vice President of Office Leasing for Coldwell Banker Commercial. “These Propel activities give the kids a sense of belonging and camaraderie, and it helps them focus their energies on being productive forces in the community.”

While Propel executive director Tolliver Miller may not be much of a golfer, he is still plenty busy making sure the event runs smoothly.

“I never really have time to play eighteen holes of golf,” says Miller. “It’s nice if you have four or five hours to spare. We appreciate that our golfing friends are willing to help us raise money for Propel while playing a game they love.”

Individual players are invited to sign up for $250, or you can have a foursome for $1,000.  Fees are tax-deductible contributions. Call Matt Kutcher at 561-704-4648 or Tolliver Miller at 561-955-8553 or go to www.propelyourfuture.com.