As the best players on the PGA TOUR look toward qualifying for the FedExCup Playoffs over the summer months, tournament officials at The Barclays are reminding fans that there are still opportunities to get a unique, behind-the-scenes experience as a volunteer for the event when it returns to the Black Course at Bethpage State Park, August 23-28.
The 1,800 men, women and children (volunteers must be at least 12 years of age to participate) who volunteer their time at The Barclays each year are an integral part of the event’s success, both during tournament week and in its ongoing support of local charities. “This is a wonderful opportunity for golfers to experience ‘the other side’ of a championship tournament,” said Debert Cook, Publisher of the African American Golfer’s Digest from her Manhattan office. “Seeing the game this close-up, and many of the behind the scenes activities, will be a memorial time.”
The PGA TOUR, its players and tournaments support more than 3,000 charities nationwide. These local and national organizations benefit a variety of causes, positively impacting the lives of millions in the communities where PGA TOUR tournaments are held. In 2014, The Barclays generated $1.4 million to local charities. With the addition, the tournament has generated more than $43.5 million to community charities since 1967. Charity totals from the 2015 event will be announced later this summer.
The Barclays volunteers are divided into 27 committees and work a combined 33,300 hours both leading up to and during tournament week. The volunteers support every element of the tournament, from tracking statistics, greeting guests and feeding fans, to keeping the grounds beautiful throughout the event. Without their hard work, The Barclays would not be possible.
Volunteers will have the opportunity to be close to some of the game’s top players, all while working as an integral part of a world-class tournament. For a $75 fee, volunteers receive a week-long pass for themselves and a guest to The Barclays (good for admission even on days he or she is not working), an official cap and shirt, volunteer pin, lunch vouchers and an invitation to the Volunteer Appreciation Party.
“The Barclays would not be the world-class event it is today without the tireless effort of our volunteers,” said Executive Director Peter Mele. “Volunteers have the opportunity to create life-long friendships and meet new people while making it possible for the tournament to give back to the local community.”
Those interested in volunteering should visit thebarclaysgolf.com and follow the link for “Volunteer” under the “Information” tab. Or go directly to http://www.pgatour.com/tournaments/the-barclays/volunteer.html
Ticket options are available at 844-868-7465 and www.thebarclaysgolf.com.
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