The 10th Annual Willie Colon Golf Outing was held in New Jersey last week, and it proved to be highly successful. Organized by former NFL player Willie Colon, the event managed to raise over $450,000 for the Lupus Research Alliance (LRA) to support the fight against lupus. This brings the total funds raised over the past decade to an impressive $2.3 million.
The annual golf outing is held in honour of Colon’s late mother, Jean Davis, who suffered from lupus. The funds collected will be allocated towards the Jean Davis Research Grant, an initiative focused on lupus research, and other research projects aimed at finding a cure for this debilitating disease.
Colon, who achieved Super Bowl XLIII success with the Pittsburgh Steelers, has been a long-standing board member of the LRA. He expressed gratitude towards everyone who participated in the event, emphasizing the significance of funding research to make a genuine impact in the battle against lupus. The fundraiser has been exceedingly successful, with a total of $2,370,488 raised thus far, with the figures continuing to rise.
The event was graced by the presence of numerous former NFL players, including Justin Tuck, David Harris, Brian Winters, Matt Simms, and Erik Coleman, among others. The support from fellow athletes and friends has been pivotal in the success of the fundraiser.
Colon also conveyed his appreciation for the organizers and sponsors of the event, without whom the event would not have been possible. The principal sponsors included Tito’s Handmade Vodka, the Tunnel To Towers Foundation, the Willie & Aikisha Colon Foundation, and the Corona & Constellation brands.
The Lupus Research Alliance is the largest nongovernmental nonprofit funder of lupus research worldwide, and the funds raised at the Willie Colon Golf Outing will significantly contribute to advancing their research efforts.
Events of this nature not only raise crucial funds for research but also raise awareness about lupus, a disease that affects millions of people worldwide. The support of the community, both in terms of participation and donations, is invaluable in propelling research towards finding a cure for lupus.
In conclusion, the 10th Annual Willie Colon Golf Outing proved to be a resounding success, bringing together former NFL players, colleagues, sponsors, and supporters to raise over $450,000 for lupus research. The event serves as a shining example of the impact that can be made when individuals and organizations unite for a common cause. With the continued support of the community, there is hope for finding a cure for lupus in the near future.