Annual Richard Bornstein golf tourney raises $90,000

MIDDLETOWN – As Donald Dwares prepared to fire the shotgun start for the 38th Annual Richard Bornstein Memorial Dwares JCC Golf Classic, on June 17, he told the golfers, “It’s a great day to be here together, it’s a great day for golf, and nothing pleases me more than seeing everyone here for the same cause: the Dwares JCC!”

Thanks to the event sponsors and the 27 foursomes who participated, the event has raised $90,000 to date for the Alliance and the still-growing Fund-A-Need, which specifically benefited youth and family programming at the Dwares JCC.

This year’s co-chairs, Peri Ann Aptaker and Lisa Maybruch, exemplified true leadership and dedication. Their planning and commitment ensured that every detail was tended to, upholding the tournament’s reputation for excellence. 

The atmosphere at the tournament, at the Wanumetonomy Golf and Country Club, was electric. Participants and spectators alike enjoyed the friendly competition, the camaraderie and the joy of knowing that their involvement directly supports vital family programs at the Alliance’s Dwares Jewish Community Center, in Providence.

From the opening tee-off to the awards ceremony, there was a palpable sense of unity and shared purpose.

The tournament was named in memory of Richard Bornstein, a beloved community figure known for his commitment to philanthropy and community service. The event has become a cornerstone for the Alliance’s Dwares JCC, raising funds that support essential community programs and initiatives.

One of the key factors contributing to the tournament’s continued success is its ability to bring together individuals who share a common goal. Participants, ranging from avid golfers to community leaders and supporters, gathered not only to enjoy a day on the greens but also to make a meaningful difference through their contributions.

If you would like to get involved in next year’s golf classic, and for more information on everything the Alliance’s Dwares JCC offers, email the development team at the Jewish Alliance, at jzwirn@jewishallianceri.org.

BRIGITTE BAUM is manager of donor engagement and events at the Jewish Alliance of Greater Rhode Island.