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Genworth Financial Extends ‘Putts for Charity’ Initiative at the European Open
The London Golf Club, UK (July 3, 2008) – Leading financial security company Genworth Financial and GOLFAID in conjunction with The European Tour, are pleased to announce an extended commitment to their popular ‘Putts for Charity’ initiative. As part of their commitment to raising funds for good causes, this innovative concept will now feature as part of all remaining tournaments on The 2008 European Tour International schedule.
For the next 14 European Tour events, starting at The European Open at The London Club this week, Genworth and GOLFAID will contribute €2 to charity for every one putt holed during tournament play. In addition to this extended player activity, visitors attending the SAS Masters and Volvo Masters later in the year will also have the chance to make ‘one putts’ at specially constructed greens. Each of these successful ‘one putts’ will also generate a contribution to charity. It is hoped that this combined effort will exceed last year’s €100,000 raised for good causes.
Genworth Brand Ambassador and European Tour Member Ross Fisher said:
“It’s great to lend our support to ‘Putts for Charity’. When we’re having a good game on the greens, more money is being raised for a worthy cause. I’m delighted to launch this extended initiative here at The European Open.”
Photo credit: Genworth Financial Brand Ambassador Ross Fisher makes a ‘Putt for Charity’
About Genworth Financial
Genworth is a leading financial security company meeting the retirement, lifestyle protection, investment and mortgage insurance needs of more than 15 million customers across 25 countries. In Europe, Genworth partners with banks, brokers, advisers and other financial institutions to develop innovative mortgage insurance, payment protection and other products to suit local markets. For more information, visit www.genworth.com
About GOLFAID
GOLFAID is an Incorporated Charity, initiated by the players and established by The European Tour in 2006 to make grants to organisations and charities, particularly those assisting children and young people, with the full help and support of Members of the Tour.
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Contact Information:
Media: Martin Ring, Genworth Financial, +44 (0) 207 599 1596
martin.ring@genworth.com
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