By Bonnie Culverhouse

Minden Charity Classic tees off this weekend 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.

Each year, the Minden Foundation hosts a dinner with games, auction and raffle. Each year they have 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, http://www.mindenfoundation.org.”

Cocktail hour Friday night is from 5 until 6 p.m.; dinner and games are 6:15 until 7 p.m.; auction and raffle are from 7 until 9 p.m. All phases of the event are at Pine Hills Country Club, Minden.