PGA REACH Southern Texas and Charlie Epps raise $88,000 to Continue Impacting Lives Through Golf!

Ximena Davila • September 26, 2024

Charlie Epps’s Legacy in Southern Texas Golf Continues with a Record-Breaking Fundraising Event!

Spring, TX – On September 23rd, PGA REACH Southern Texas, in collaboration with PGA Life Member Charlie Epps, proudly hosted the 4th Annual Golf Club of Houston Invitational, raising a groundbreaking $88,000 to benefit the Charlie Epps Scholarship and the STPGA Junior Golf Program. This year's event not only doubled the amount raised in 2023 but also set a new benchmark for future fundraising efforts.

 

This year’s event featured over 115 players with each group featuring a PGA of America Member, Touring Professional, or a close friend of Charlie Epps. The goal since the inception of this event is simple: to raise funds for the Charlie Epps Scholarship, which supports young golfers with academic excellence and financial need, and the STPGA Junior Golf program.

“Every year, we’re able to help more young athletes achieve their dreams, both on and off the course. It’s truly inspiring to witness the long-lasting impact this event has on their futures,” Epps remarked during the closing ceremony. “I am deeply grateful for the overwhelming support and community involvement in expanding this scholarship fund, which proudly bears my name.”

Now in its fourth year, the tournament continues to grow, thanks to the Presenting Partners: Doggett, Insperity, Lexus, and Lindsayca. The event’s success was also made possible through the outstanding efforts of Adam Lockwood, PGA Director of Golf at the Golf Club of Houston, as well as the dedicated staff, and the members of the club, all of whom played an integral role in ensuring the event’s smooth execution.



The Pro-Am tournament saw significant backing from sponsors, including Chicago Title, Danny Levitt, Enerflex, Gordon Johnson, Insperity Invitational, Jimmy Johnson, Steven J. Lindley, Texas Farm Bureau Insurance, The Wylie Family, and Zedcor. Their generosity was crucial to the event's success.


“We are beyond thankful to everyone who supported this year’s event,” stated Thomas Hutton, STPGA Executive Director. “The funds raised will create life-changing opportunities for young golfers, and we’re proud to see this tournament grow each year, both in honor of Charlie Epps and in support of junior golf.”

For more information about the Charlie Epps Scholarship or to view photos from the event, please click the links below.

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