By Bonnie Culverhouse

Minden Charity Classic is almost ready to tee off for its annual fundraiser with a full field of golfers.

The Classic is an annual event presented by the Minden Foundation and Executive Director Bailee Hurley said there are 60 teams, “which will be 120 golfers hitting the green May 31 and June 1.”

Each team is considered a sponsor of the event as well as other businesses or individuals who wish to support efforts to raise money for those with sudden and catastrophic needs in the community.

“With a total of 70 sponsors for the Minden Charity Classic, including our title sponsor b1 Bank, and the generosity of those attending our dinner and auction on Friday, May 30, we are confident this year will be a success,” Hurley added.

Not a golfer? It’s OK, she said. There will still be ways to participate that weekend.

“On Thursday, May 29 we are hosting a Bourbon Tasting at the Fuller White House to showcase the single barrel bourbon that was hand selected by the Minden Foundation,” Hurley said. “This bourbon was aged and finished in a honey cask by Southern Collective and will be available for purchase throughout the event weekend.”

Something for the ladies?

“For the ladies, we are hosting Birdies, Bubbles, & Bingo on Saturday, May 31 at Pine Hills Country Club,” she said. “Those who register by Friday, May 23 will receive a hand painted champagne flute from Kimberly Mandino at Birdy Lu Designs. More information about this event can be found on our facebook page.”

Each year, the Minden Foundation has a big raffle item for which anyone may purchase tickets.

“This year we are raffling a Predator Electric Off-Road Hunting Bike.” Hurley said. “Use it for hunting, commuting to work, or taking a leisurely tour of the Friendliest City in the South! Tickets are $20 each and available to purchase through our website, www.mindenfoundation.org.”

There is only one type of sponsorship available for this event.

The sponsorship is $1,100 and includes 4 tickets to the Dinner & Auction on Friday Night (May 30) at Pine Hills Country Club.

To be a sponsor, visit their website and fill out the form.

They also accept checks and cash, which can be dropped off to Andy Pendergrass at 1000 Broadway, or mailed to P.O. Box 1083, Minden, LA 71055.