CSM’s Sip & Swing Presents Enjoyable, Taste, and Philanthropy on the thirty fourth Annual Golf Classic

The College of Southern Maryland (CSM) Foundation’s Sip & Swing, sponsored by the CSM Alumni and Friends Connection and the Southern Maryland Women’s League, introduced collectively buddies, alumni, and neighborhood supporters for a day of golf-inspired enjoyable, native wine, and creativity in assist of CSM scholar scholarships. Held on August 7 at Swan Point Yacht and Country Club as a part of the thirty fourth Annual CSM Foundation Golf Classic, the Sip & Swing supplied company a full of life and interesting different to the normal match whereas contributing to the day’s fundraising success.

Forty-five contributors started the afternoon on the placing vary, taking swings on miniature golf–fashion holes that introduced a playful twist to the course. After the pleasant competitors, company loved wine from an area vineyard paired with assorted cheeses, crackers, and different treats. Lunch adopted, main right into a inventive session the place contributors painted terracotta pots and obtained sunflower seeds to plant at house, serving as a cheerful reminder of the day’s impression.

Since its inception in 2015, the Sip & Swing has been sponsored by the Southern Maryland Women’s League and has raised $40,566 for scholar scholarships. Andrea Sanford, president of the Southern Maryland Women’s League, stated the League’s dedication to the school is rooted in neighborhood satisfaction and private connection. “From the start, our goal has been to make higher education possible for students in our own backyard,” Sanford stated. “We created our scholarship fund to help single parents and children of single parent households because we know how challenging it can be to cover the costs of education. Education is the key to opportunity, and we want to open that door for as many students as possible.”

The League has been a dedicated associate to CSM since establishing its scholarship in 2009, and over the previous 16 years has awarded $57,937 to 51 college students. The scholarship supplies monetary help for tuition, charges, and books to a guardian or baby of a single guardian family. Students should reside in Southern Maryland, be enrolled at the least part-time, and submit an essay describing private hardships and challenges. Preference is given to college students who display monetary want, and the award may be renewed for a second educational 12 months if the recipient stays in good educational standing.

Brenda Lowe, the League’s Scholarship Grants Chairwoman and Member Emeritus of the CSM Foundation Board, has overseen the group’s scholarship program since its inception. “Watching students that we have supported walk across the graduation stage is the best reward. One thousand dollars may not sound like much to some, but to a student it can mean the difference between staying enrolled or having to pause their education,” stated Lowe.

Toni Kruszka ‘11, CSM Director of Development, stated the Sip & Swing provides a particular dimension to Golf Classic fundraising. “This event shows there is a place for everyone to get involved,” Kruszka stated. “Whether out on the course or enjoying an afternoon of wine and creativity, participants of this event help support the educational journeys of CSM students. It is a fun and meaningful way to connect with our mission and make a difference.”

Save the date: Next 12 months’s Golf Classic is scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026.

For images from the Golf Classic and Sip & Swing, go to: csmphoto.zenfolio.com/p776795181.

To be taught extra about supporting scholarships, go to: www.csmd.edu/basis/give.