Kevin Weekes 5th Celebrity Charity Golf Classic in Barbados
Support Youth Initiatives at the 5th Kevin Weekes Celebrity Charity Golf Classic in Barbados
Join Hollywood celebrities, entertainers and professional athletes as they converge in Barbados from July 2nd – 6th, 2009 for the 5th Kevin Weekes Celebrity Charity Golf Classic. Presented by the Barbados Tourism Authority, the event will raise funds for two youth charities; The Phoenix Academy Barbados and Sky’s the Limit in Toronto.
The 5th Kevin Weekes Celebrity Charity Golf Classic will bring together the business community from across North America and Barbados with celebrities such as: NFL great Michael Strahan, Young and The Restless star, Tonya Lee Williams, five-time World and Olympic Champion, Donovan Bailey, former WWE star, Trish Stratus, former Toronto Raptors head coach, Sam Mitchell, Toronto Argonauts President, Mike “Pinball” Clemons, Dainius Zubrus of the New Jersey Devils and many more.
Don’t miss the opportunity to stay at the picturesque Fairmont Royal Pavilion, and participate in the tournament hosted at the world class 18-hole championship Royal Westmoreland golf course, a 6,870 yard par 72 course of unrivalled beauty. Registration is now open to all participants at www.kevinweekes1.com.
Weekes moved the tournament to Barbados from Toronto a few years ago, honouring his Caribbean heritage, as both of his parents were born on the island. Weekes looks forward to uniting people from around the globe to enrich the lives of youth. “I continue to host this event in Barbados to be able to share the sights and sounds of this beautiful island with celebrity friends and business associates, but most importantly, to provide youth in Toronto and Barbados with the tools that they need to reach their goals and realize their potential,” comments Weekes.
In addition to the golf tournament, Weekes will also be hosting a celebrity party at Bert’s Bar an official event sponsor. This night of fun, held on Saturday, July 4, 2009, will be an exciting event for the entire island, as tickets will be available to the public.
About Sky’s the Limit
Sky’s the Limit provides students with access to the tools and resources they need to pursue the infinite opportunities and possibilities available to them. This unique initiative was pursued to benefit students in under-resourced communities by providing them with refurbished computers in their homes. Sky’s the Limit ensures that a mentoring program is in place to get the students up and running and provides environmental benefits by ensuring that computer systems are reused and recycled. Core value - Sky’s the Limit provides services to all under-resourced youth regardless of race, gender, religious belief or sexual orientation. “Everybody’s kids or nobody’s kids.”
For more information, please visit: www.stlonline.org.
About Phoenix Academy Barbados
A community based institution with a focus on the total development of the youth, which includes an academic component, as well as a sports program. The program caters to approximately 110 boys between the ages of 8 and 17 years on Saturdays and weekdays after school. The mission is to give children the opportunity to realize their true potential, build their self-esteem and pursue their dreams, while embracing basic human values – all for a better Barbados.
About The Barbados Tourism Authority
The island of Barbados offers the most authentic Caribbean experience with its exceptionally rich culture and history rooted in remarkable landscapes. Barbados is the first and only Zagat-rated Caribbean island with numerous internationally renowned chefs who masterfully put signature spins on local delicacies and traditions. Barbados is also an ideal stage for world-class events and has hosted numerous athletic championships, including the ICC Cricket World Cup Final 2007 and the 2006 PGA World Golf Championship-The Barbados World Cup. For more information on travel to Barbados, visit www.visitbarbados.org.
For more information on this event and Kevin Weekes, visit www.kevinweekes1.com.
For media interviews please contact:
Renée Weekes
Strata Public Relations
416.894.7209




