KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship
Registration Underway for Holiday Food Sharing Program in Southwest Michigan
December 13, 2023
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City of Benton Harbor, Whirlpool Corporation, PGA of America and Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency Partner to Provide Meals to Benton Harbor Area Families for the Holidays
BENTON HARBOR, Mich. (Dec. 13, 2023) – For the eighth year in a row, the Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency (SMCAA) is launching its Holiday Food Sharing Program, sponsored by the City of Benton Harbor, Whirlpool Corporation and the PGA of America. Together, these organizations are working to help those in need this holiday season.
The Holiday Food Sharing Program collects and distributes approximately 400 food boxes and turkeys to Benton Harbor, Benton Township and St. Joseph residents and families each year. Since the program’s founding in 2015, the SMCAA has helped more than 2,800 families in the area.
“With Benton Harbor being home to the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, this community is deeply important to us,” said Brandon Haney, championship director for the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship. “Delivering meals to local families in need is just one small way we give back and show our appreciation during the holiday season.”
Families may apply to be recipients of the Food Sharing Program now through December 18, 2023. Applications may be picked up at several local organizations, including:
- Southwest Michigan Community Action Agency: 185 East Main St, S303, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
- United Way: 2015 Lakeview Ave, Saint Joseph, MI 49085
- The Department of Health and Human Services: 401 8th St, Benton Harbor, MI. 49023
- Benton Harbor City Hall: 200 E. Wall St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
- City of St, Joseph: 700 Broad St, St. Joseph, MI 49085
- Benton Charter Township: 1725 Territorial Rd Benton Harbor, MI 49022
- Michigan Works: 401 8th St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
- The Salvation Army: 233 Michigan St, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Applications should be submitted:
- In person: SMCAA Main Office – 185 E. Main St., Suite 303, Benton Harbor, MI 49085
- By email: contact@smcaa.com
- By phone: 269-925-9077 ext. 874
Applicants will receive immediate notification of eligibility and, if eligible, pick-up instructions for the day of the event. Food boxes and turkeys will be distributed to families on Thursday, December 21 from 2:30-4:00 p.m.
“It is a privilege for us to give back to our local community each year,” said Deb O’Connor, director of corporate reputation and community relations at Whirlpool Corporation. “The annual Holiday Food Sharing Program has become an important tradition for us, and a wonderful experience bringing cheer to families in our community this holiday season.”
Benton Harbor Mayor Marcus Muhammad says, “This annual program is an example of the strength and closeness of our community. We are grateful for the support of our generous sponsors and local volunteers who give back to families and residents across all three of our communities year after year.”
For more information on the 2024 KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship, visit https://www.srpgachampionship.com/2024. To learn more about SMCAA, visit https://www.smcaa.com/.
ABOUT THE KITCHENAID SENIOR PGA CHAMPIONSHIP
The KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship was born in 1937 on the grounds of Augusta National Golf Club. Since then, famed champions such as Sam Snead, Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson, Lee Trevino, Raymond Floyd and Colin Montgomerie have hoisted the Alfred S. Bourne Trophy. This Championship is the oldest of the five major championships in men's senior golf, is administered by the PGA of America and is recognized as a major championship by both PGA Tour Champions and the European Senior Tour. The lower age limit is 50, which is the standard limit for men's senior professional golf tournaments. Winners gain entry into the next PGA Championship. KitchenAid has been the lead tournament sponsor since 2011, bringing the Championship to Harbor Shores in Benton Harbor, Michigan every other year. To learn more, follow the KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship on Instagram, X or Facebook, or visit https://www.srpgachampionship.com/.
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