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Annual David Ian Charity Golf Tournament & Helicopter Ball Drop
September 25, 2023 @ 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM CDT
On September 25th, Schaefer Autobody Centers—in coordination with numerous sponsors, donors, volunteers and golfers—hosts a charity golf tournament and Helicopter Ball Drop benefiting a cause very dear to our hearts: St. Louis Children’s Hospital.
Since the tournament’s inception in 2018, the David Ian Charity Golf Tournament has raised more than $250,000 for the pediatric hospital.
The day of golf is kicked off with the Helicopter Ball Drop at 10:30. Anyone can participate in this event and you do NOT need to be present to win! Hundreds of golf balls are dropped from a helicopter hovering over the golf course. The people who purchased the 3 balls that land closest to the pin win a cash prize:
1st place = $3,500
2nd place = $1,000
3rd place = $500
After the ball drop, 144 golfers enjoy a day of golfing at Greenbriar Hills Country Club, 12665 Big Bend Rd. Kirkwood, MO 63122. We close out the day with everyone enjoying dinner together as we announce the top finishers in each flight, raffle and 50/50 winners.
Our Story:
We selected St. Louis Children’s Hospital as our beneficiary after losing our son, David Ian Schaefer in 2016. David was born with a couple of rare and severe medical birth defects which required him to live in the NICU in St. Louis Children’s Hospital. His fighting spirit along with the incredible care he received allowed us to spend six months with our son.
During our time at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, we met many other families whose lives had been affected by the illness of their child. We know from our experience how challenging it can be for any family to deal with a sick child who is receiving medical care. We want to help the same way others helped us.
Schaefer Autobody has incredible relationships with business partners, friends and family who make this event a success. Without our golfers, sponsors and volunteers our donations would not be possible. We are so grateful for everyone who participates in our Annual David Ian Charity Golf Tournament.