Virtual golf tournament fundraiser for Lynnwood Neighborhood Center Aug. 13

Volunteers of America Western Washington will host a virtual golf tournament fundraiser on August 13 from 5-10 p. m. at the Back 9 Parlor to support the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center. The event will feature 18 holes of golf simulation and options for playing other sports, with tickets priced at $125 for two-person teams. Participants can also make additional donations to further support the project.

The Lynnwood Neighborhood Center is set to be a 40,000-square-foot facility, providing a space for community services and connections to health, food, and financial assistance. Construction is estimated to cost $26. 5 million and is nearly fully funded, as stated by WOAWW President Brian Smith during a Lynnwood City Council meeting. The center will be located next to Trinity Lutheran Church at 6215 196th St. S.

W. The virtual tournament promises prizes, food, and drinks for purchase, enhancing the community's engagement with the fundraiser. This initiative underscores the importance of local fundraising efforts to support essential community infrastructure.