(LOS ANGELES) September 23, 2025 – Wellnest invites the community to its annual Swing for a Cause Golf Tournament at the beautiful Friendly Hills Country Club. The day will bring together supporters, community leaders, business partners, and friends of Wellnest for a great day of golf and philanthropy, all in support of emotional health and wellness programs for children and families in Los Angeles.
The event kicks off with a 9:00 AM tee time, 18 holes of golf and on-course activities, followed by a cocktail reception and silent auction at 3:00PM, and culminates with an inspiring Awards Dinner at 4:00PM. Guests will hear a moving client story highlighting the impact of Wellnest’s programs and enjoy a celebration of generosity that empowers brighter futures for children, young adults and families..
Celebrity golfer and X Games host Selema Masekela will also join the day on the green along with Master of Ceremonies, author, and entrepreneur, Ronda Jackson.
WHEN: Monday, September 29, 2025
· 9:00 AM – Tee Time
· 3:00 PM – Cocktail Hour & Silent Auction
· 4:00 PM – Awards Dinner
WHERE: Friendly Hills Country Club 8500 S. Villaverde Drive Whittier, CA 90605
SPONSORS: Wellnest extends deep gratitude to the generous sponsors making this event possible:
· Title Sponsor | Bridge Builders Foundation
· Hole-in-One Sponsors – David and Susan Hirsch, Banc of California, East West Bank
· Grand Slam Sponsors – AltaMed, Avina Financial, Voya Financial, Montage, RPS Monument
· Champion Sponsors – Jim Balla and Family, Adventist Health White Memorial, Paycom, Gallagher, Precision, USI Insurance Services
· Eagle Sponsors – Epic Insurance, Lorcan O’Herlihly Architects, Southern California Gas, Ralphs/Kroger, TransNational Space Alliance Summit
· In-Kind Sponsors – Bushmills Whiskey, Dobel Tequila, Pegasus Distillerie, POPPI, Rainwater
· Underwriters – Mel and Kimberle Jackson, Bryan Gusdorf, James Gallagher
WHY: Proceeds from Swing for a Cause benefit Wellnest’s latest project, The Community Wellnest Center and programs that provide behavioral health support, and wellness services to children, transitional-age youth, and families in the community.
ABOUT WELLNEST
Wellnest, formerly Los Angeles Child Guidance Clinic, has been a leader in mental health and wellness for more than 100 years. Today, Wellnest provides children, young adults, and families with critical emotional health and well-being services, supportive housing, and community-integrated programs. With a commitment to trauma-informed care and health equity, Wellnest is helping to shape healthier futures for generations to come. Learn more at wellnestla.org.
MEDIA CONTACT: Rebecca Haussling Vice President of Communications & Public Affairs
Mobile: 310-922-7384
Email: [email protected]
