Kaulig Companies charitable donations

Posted: Nov 15, 2023 / 06:55 AM EST

Updated: Nov 15, 2023 / 07:20 AM EST

AKRON, Ohio (WJW) – One of Cleveland’s Own marked a record-setting year for giving back.

2023 Kaulig Companies Championship announced more than $1.2 million raised this year will go to local charities.

According to organizers, the donations generated through the 2023 Kaulig Companies Championship and the Ambassador of Golf Event presented by FirstEnergy Foundation, marked the largest total charitable donations ever raised from professional golf events at Firestone Country Club.

Since 1984, the partnership has donated more than $32 million to Northeast Ohio charities.

“Setting a record for largest charitable donation by a tournament held at Firestone speaks volumes about the culture and passion from the community here in Northeast Ohio,” said Kaulig Companies Championship Executive Director Don Padgett III.

“At Kaulig Companies, we are making a difference in the lives of children and families in our community. For 70 years, Firestone Country Club has been a stage for some of the greatest golfers in history and a staple in professional golf,” said Executive Chairman of Kaulig Companies, Matt Kaulig in a press release. “But it’s more than a tournament, it’s a celebration of community and philanthropy having raised over $32 million for charitable organizations. That is why we are proud to be the title sponsor of this tournament. Join us this year in continuing the legacy of giving back at this incredible event and help us make an even bigger impact in Northeast Ohio.”

Charities that will benefit include: