Thank you to the brave and hearty golfers who showed up (173 of 188 registered) despite a very wet, cold day and helped net more than $80,000 for the work of The Arc of Baltimore. We commend our sponsors, auction and prize contributors and the volunteers who make this possible.

As always, tournament co-chairs Mike Eikenberg and Chuck Shettle delivered over and over in the course of planning, recruiting, and soliciting, and committee volunteers Chris Stoltze, from CareFirst, and Terri Henry rounded out the team that brought in so many commitments. Thanks also to the brave staff who volunteered on the golf courses, shivering and smiling at our golfers all day. They/we looked rather pathetic by day’s end, but all with good spirit.

Special thanks and kudos to tournament architect Libby Bryant and to right hands Lauren Seabolt and Ammie Ducker for going the extra mile always – and a nod to our faithful M.C. Steve Morgan for proceeding with a quick pace through a long script of sponsor recognition, prizes, and ad libs when needed.

Since the tournament began in 1995, more than $1 million has been raised for The Arc of Baltimore. These funds help The Arc provide services that support individuals with developmental disabilities in our community - to live and work as independently as possible. Children with disabilities and their families receive assistance that helps meet the needs of constant care. In all, The Arc of Baltimore reaches more than 3,000 residents of Baltimore City and Baltimore County.