19th Annual 3 Clubs for Charity
Smithwick’s Open
Charles River Country Club
Joellyn, Kerry, & Mike Ripp at Special Olympics Massachusetts Summer Games
2024 Smithwick’s Open
PROUDLY BENEFITTING:
About the 3 Clubs for Charity
This year we are supporting Special Olympics Massachusetts and The Ripp Family.
Please spread the word, all members are welcome. Please note: No guests unless family members or close friends are in town to celebrate Thanksgiving with your family.
This year's format will be the same as last year. Arrive at 11:00am, have a Smithwick's (or several) with lunch.
Comments by Mike, Joellyn, and Special Olympics Massachusetts athlete, Kerry Ripp, in the pub at 12:15pm for this year's charity, Special Olympics Massachusetts. We will commence a shotgun start at 12:30pm.
Please arrive early for lunch and group photo. Rain or shine we will enjoy some golf and Smithwick’s while giving to a wonderful cause.
DONATING
Donations can be made by credit card, Donor Advised Fund (DAF), or Venmo by using the link below.
On event day we will have a “collection box” for checks and cash as well as some amazing silent auction items/experiences.
Please make checks payable to:
Special Olympics Massachusetts
-
Event Details
Event Location: Charles River Country Club - 483 Dedham St, Newton, MA
Event Date: Wednesday, November 27th
Event Time: Arrival 11:00am; Shotgun start at 12:30
-
Registration Details
PLEASE RSVP to John Ferris john.ferris@cbre.com to help organize as much as possible before November 20th.
If you wish to set up a 3-some in advance, please call the pro shop:
Over a decade ago, Phil Desimone, Brad McGill, and Bill Rodgers decided this event was a great way to give back.
Co-Chairs
John Puzzangara
&
John Ferris
In the past, 100% of the donations went to the following:
2012 – The Mary Murphy Fund
2013 – Italian Home for Children
2014 – Fisher House
2015 – Spaulding Rehabilitation Center
2016 – Finding One’s Voice
2017 – Insulin for Life
2018 - Young and Strong
2019 - The Price Center
2020 – Canceled due to Covid
2021 – The House of Possibilities
2022 – The Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism
2023 - The Cam Neely Foundation
About Special Olympics Massachusetts
Alanna Cooney, Special Olympics Coach (daughter of Joellyn & Mike Ripp) with members of the Metrowest FLyers Special Olympics team
We're changing the way the world sees individuals with intellectual disabilities.
In every neighborhood and town statewide we offer year round sports training and competition, recreational activities and leadership programs that develop self-confidence, independence, and create a sense of belonging.
Our commitment to inclusion extends beyond the sports arena and into our schools, community organizations, and local businesses. By fostering an environment of empowerment and compassion, we are not only transforming the experiences of our athletes but influencing societal perceptions and attitudes towards intellectual disabilities.
Silent Auction Items
