Youth for Christ celebrates its 39th Annual Golf Classic

Auburn, Ala - - - East Alabama Area Youth for Christ (EAYFC), a local non-profit organization located in Auburn, AL hosted its 39th Annual Golf Classic at Auburn University Club on October 7, 2024. A total of 30 teams played in the tournament. All proceeds from the event were given in support of East Alabama Area Youth for Christ.

Food and drinks for the event were provided by Chuck's Bar-B-Que, Krispy Kreme, Ross House Coffee, Chick-Fil-A, Auburn Coca-Cola Bottling Co., and Moe's Original BBQ. During the event, attendees were eligible for team prizes and door prizes from various local businesses and organizations across East Alabama.

The non-profit hosted a Golf Ball Drop, where participants purchased golf ball(s) for $10 with a chance to win a $1,000 prize. This event was sponsored by Tier-1 Helicopters. Over 700 golf balls were poured out of a helicopter, and the ball that landed closest to the hole won. Amber Newell from Hope Hull was this year's winner.

"Tournament 39 was a huge success thanks to our amazing team of staff and volunteers and the hard work of the AU Club staff. We are also incredibly grateful for our faithful, financial partners that help us fulfill our mission of reaching youth for Christ," says Tabitha Vasilas, Executive Director of East Alabama Youth for Christ. "Thank you to all who participated. We look forward to seeing you again next year on October 6, 2025."

East Alabama Youth for Christ is a non-profit organization focused on reaching and engaging with youth in the East Alabama area. To fulfill this mission, they partner with local churches and ministries to build strong relationships and equip lifelong followers of Jesus. For more information about the ministry, visit eastalabamayfc.org or email yfc@eastalabamayfc.org.