Special Olympics Georgia tees up 31st Bob Busse Memorial Golf Classic

Special Olympics Georgia will hold the 31st Annual Bob Busse Memorial Golf Classic on Oct. 26 at the Country Club of Roswell, with proceeds tied to the nonprofit’s year-round programs for athletes with intellectual disabilities. The event honors longtime supporter and former board chairman Bob Busse and draws backing from major sponsors including The Ryan Foundation, Publix and Winter Construction.

Why it matters: - The golf classic is a signature fundraiser for Special Olympics Georgia, helping support year-round sports training and competition for athletes with intellectual disabilities. - The event also spotlights the organization’s community network of sponsors, volunteers and athletes. - Special Olympics Georgia serves 24,218 children and adults across the state.

What happened: - The 31st Annual Bob Busse Memorial Golf Classic is set for Monday, Oct. 26, at 9:30 a.m. at the Country Club of Roswell. - The Ryan Foundation is presenting the event. - Special Olympics Georgia is inviting golfers and sponsors to the tournament. - The event honors Bob Busse, a former board chairman and longtime supporter of Special Olympics Georgia.

The details: - Participants will get breakfast, lunch, a full round of golf, a silent auction, athlete guest speakers and a reception after the tournament. - Special Olympics Georgia said the Country Club of Roswell is hosting the event for the fifth time. - CEO Georgia Milton-Sheats said the tournament returns for the 31st consecutive year. - Premier State Sponsors are Publix and Winter Construction. - Platinum sponsors are The Coca-Cola Company and The Knights of Columbus. - Gold sponsors include Aaron Topol, Winter Construction, Knights of Columbus, Jersey Mike’s, The Northside Athletes Foundation, Holland & Knight and The Deguire Family. - More information is available at Special Olympics Georgia.

Between the lines: - The sponsor list suggests continued corporate and community support for the organization’s programs. - The repeat venue and long-running format point to a stable annual event with an established audience. - Special Olympics Georgia framed the tournament as both a tribute to Busse and a gathering for supporters.

What's next: - Golfers, sponsors and supporters can register or attend ahead of the Oct. 26 event. - Special Olympics Georgia is expected to use the tournament to raise visibility and support for its programs going forward. - The organization’s social channels are linked on its announcement, including Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and X.