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2025 Golf Invitational raises $1.4 million

Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation
05/03/2026

23 teams golfed for a good cause at Sea Island Resort

The 2025 Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation Invitational raised $1.4 million to support great health care in our communities

More than 125 guests enjoyed the Southern hospitality of The Cloister and the Seaside Course at Sea Island Resort for Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation’s fourth annual golf invitational. At the premier three-day fundraising event held from September 22 to 24, 2025, guests enjoyed a variety of games, entertainment, dining and special gifts. Auctions, live music and stand-up comedy by the legendary Joe Piscopo complemented the golf tournament and thrilled the crowd.

A record number of 50 sponsors led to a generous $1.4 million fundraising total for the event, surpassing all previous years. Thanks to our dedicated donors and sponsors whose contributions ensure everyone has access to life-saving medical services and community outreach programs across the five states and 12 regions served by Bon Secours Mercy Health.

  • Two people play mini-golf on a patio, surrounded by lush greenery. A banner displays various sponsor logos for a 2025 charity sports event.
  • People browse a luxurious gallery shop, admiring merchandise and artwork. Elegant decor with framed paintings creates a refined and relaxed atmosphere.
  • A luxurious Spanish-style mansion with arched windows and terracotta roof, surrounded by lush gardens and vibrant flowers under a blue sky.
  • Group of men in suits enjoying a relaxed event under a tent at night. They hold drinks, engaging in conversation. A band plays in the background.
  • Outdoor gathering under a tent at sunset, with men chatting and holding drinks near trays of salads. A relaxed, social atmosphere is conveyed.
  • A man stands speaking to seated audience in a cozy room with elegant chandeliers, a lit fireplace, and large windows, creating an inviting atmosphere.
  • A golfer in mid-swing on a putting green beside a serene lake, framed by two large trees under a clear blue sky. Another golfer stands nearby.
  • Golf course scene with tables set for the Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation Invitational. People gather under an American flag on a sunny day.
  • Golf course scene with people and golf carts under a sunny sky. Two tall palm trees stand prominently. The mood is lively and relaxed.
  • Two golfers on a sunny course with a view of a bridge in the background. One golfer swings, while the other walks near a golf cart.
  • Golfers on two carts drive along a lush fairway under a partly cloudy sky, passing a sign marking hole 13. The scene feels leisurely and calm.
  • Two people are playing mini-golf on a patio with lush greenery. A large banner with sponsors' logos reads 2025. The mood is relaxed and focused.
  • A group of people in formal attire engages in lively conversation at an outdoor event. They stand near a bar, surrounded by lush greenery, creating a warm and sociable atmosphere.
  • Outdoor cocktail party with attendees mingling under string-lit trees. A bartender serves drinks at a lively bar, creating an elegant and festive atmosphere.
  • Four men in suits stand on a stage, smiling and holding awards. A drum set and guitar are visible in the background, suggesting a celebratory event.
  • A man in a suit speaks into a microphone at a formal event with seated guests in a luxurious hall. A large screen reads "Sea Island." Joyful atmosphere.
  • A large, elegant banquet hall with chandeliers, filled with people seated at round tables. A speaker stands on stage, creating a formal and engaged atmosphere.

Winners

Low Net 1st – Baird: Jed Bruss, Charles Groeschell, Michael Possley, Jeff Simmons 

Low Net 2nd – Encore Technologies: Johnny Burns, John Burns, Corde Skinner, Ted Scherpenberg 

Low Net 3rd – HHS: Allan Calonge, Bobby Floyd, Robert Floyd, Derek Kissos 

Low Gross 1st – Cushman & Wakefield: Thomas Johnson, Robert Ryan, Mike Schmitt, Robert Sina 

Low Gross 2nd – Fifth Third Bank: Brock Denton, Dan Feldman, Nick Westfall, Dick Williams 

Low Gross 3rd – AHEAD: Tony Briede, Roger Nienaber, Zachary Sollisch, Ken Sullivan 

Thank you, sponsors

2025 BSMH Golf Invitational Sponsor

Video recap of 2025 BSMH Foundation Invitational

See highlights from three days of golf, generosity and fun in Sea Island, Georgia.

SAVE THE DATE

Mark your calendar!

You won’t want to miss the 2026 Bon Secours Mercy Health Foundation Invitational. It will be hosted at TPC Sawgrass in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, on September 21-23, 2026. It’s sure to be the biggest and best event yet!

Photo Credit: Chris Condon