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It began as golf a weekend with four golf buddies to celebrate my 11th birthday. We had a great time and our parents continued to tell us of our fortune.
A few weeks later a good friend, whom I have known since pre-school, was diagnosed with a rare disorder called Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. He would not be returning to school and would be staying at The Ronald McDonald House-Bay Area. He and his sister suffered from the same disorder. It took many weeks, even months of tests before doctors diagnosed their illness. RMHC-Bay Area provided accommodations, nutrition, and education support for their families while receiving treatment. Their family stayed at RMHC-Bay area for 300 days and periodically returned for follow-ups.
My parents and I brainstormed on how we can help. The Luke Montoya Golf Invitational benefiting The Ronald McDonald House - Bay Area was held in October 2019. Nine players representing Northern, Central, and Southern California traveled to Monterey to play a 2-day event. The event generated $2,500 for the RMHC's Costume Drive. In 2020, we expanded the team to 12 members and generated $20,000 to purchase toys and care products for RMHC's patient and their families.
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In 2021, due to the hundreds of wildfires in California each year, we also partnered with OneTreePlanted.org. As a team of native Californians, it was important for us to help sustain the beauty of California. 7,500 trees were planted as a result of our contribution.
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Also in 2021, We Golf Fore Good was created because it is a team effort by the players, our families, and you. The "We" is for all of us who make this organization and event successful each year.
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2022 marks 5 years of our annual golf event and we've extended the team to 16 players. We hope, just like the previous years, we exceed our contribution to RMHC-Bay Area and OneTreePlanted.org. Please join us in our efforts.
Thank you for your support,
Luke C. Montoya - Founder