August 16th 2006

Tim Kreuger accepts check from Beetle Bailey for South Carolina Junior Golf Association. Full report to follow.


Last Meeting
August 16, 2006
Reporter – Susie Hamm

In the absence of President Molly Cousins, President Elect Beetle Bailey called the meeting to order. John Adair delivered the invocation. Lyn Campbell provided the club with a few great tips regarding investments in real estate and advice on keeping personal securities safe. Harvey Hoots introduced guests and, along with John Adair, reminded us about the upcoming joint Rotary Foundation Seminar with Districts 7770 and 7750 (the upstate) to be held on September 22nd at the Radisson in Columbia. Blount Shepard reminded everyone about the "Adopt the Highway" work day coming up this Saturday, August 19th.
Ginny Barr introduced our guest speaker, Tim Kreger, Director of Development for the Junior Golf Foundation. As described by Mr. Kreger, the mission of the Junior Golf Foundation is to create the opportunity for youth to learn the game of golf, to provide character education, and to support the Junior Golf projects and activities. Some of the projects being supported include Junior Golf Land facilities, Little Legends Golf, Junior Golf Scholarships, Fairway Outreach, and Golf Week. Through large contributions from Hootie & The Blowfish, the future of Junior Golf in South Carolina has grown tremendously. Little Legends Golf alone has reached10 cities in South Carolina, hosting over 500 participants. These programs create a fun team environment and help children build skills and dreams.
The Lake Murray-Irmo Rotary Club proudly presented Mr. Kreger with a check for $1,500 as a contribution to the Junior Golf Foundation. This donation was made possible by funds raised by our club at the 2006 Charity Golf Classic in July.
Beetle Bailey thanked Tim Kreger for his presentation and adjourned the meeting.