Golf tournaments across the country support many great causes. Cancer, diabetes, heart disease, Alzheimer’s … how about Sickle Cell Disease? Yes, Sickle Cell Disease, the most commonly inherited genetic disorder, according to Google. Sickle Cell Disease… let’s talk about it.
If you know anyone who lives with this debilitating illness, you know their days can be hard and a constant challenge. From the cradle to the grave, sickle cell disease can bring a lifetime filled with pain, hospitalizations, organ failure, and a host of complications for every part of the body. Sickle Cell Partners of the Carolinas (SCPOC) uses their tournament to raise awareness about sickle cell and to support patients and families who live with this hereditary condition.
The goal of Sickle on the Green, like most tournaments, is multi-faceted. Sickle on the Green seeks to raise funding for our non-profit and to raise greater awareness about sickle cell disease in circles where it may not be commonly known or discussed. The mission of our organization is simple: We seek to provide a network of support for patients and families affected by Sickle Cell Anemia; to raise awareness and educate the community; and to advocate for a cure. We have “partners” in our name because we cannot do that alone. SCPOC was established in 2009 by a small group of parents, patients, and healthcare providers who care deeply about the sickle cell community. Through the years we have hosted an array of events including our signature event, “Sickle Cell Disease…. Let’s Talk About It,” an annual day conference; the annual University City Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day; family fun days, blood drives; paint and sip events for adult patients; spring break bowling; and we offer annual scholarships for students attending a college, university, or a trade school.
As an organization, we envision a world that will one day be free of Sickle Cell Anemia and other related inherited blood disorders. We envision an open, honest, and continuing dialogue for a cure for those who are challenged with Sickle Cell Anemia. Sickle Cell Partners of the Carolinas is a non-profit 501c (3) tax exempt organization that exists to “partner” with any individual or organization working to make a difference in the lives of patients and families affected by Sickle Cell Anemia.
We’d love for your team to join our tournament for an awesome day of golf at NorthStone Country Club in Huntersville, North Carolina. In mid-September, the Carolina sunshine is amazing and the temperatures are mild… okay, it can still be a little hot, but don’t let that keep you away! NorthStone’s golf course will impress the best players with its strategically placed bunkers, Mini Verde Bermuda greens and Meyer Zoysia fairways.
September is Sickle Cell Awareness month and here is your opportunity to support this very deserving patient population. Come hit the links with Sickle Cell Partners of the Carolinas and support a great cause. We welcome your teams, we welcome your sponsorships, we welcome you. Come join us and have an awesome day. Hopefully we have piqued your interest and you want to learn more about SCPOC. Please see our websites: Sickle Cell Partners of the Carolinas , Sickle on the Green , University City Turkey Trot for all the great activities and events we have hosted in our community.
