EL DORADO, Ark. (Aug. 10, 2023) – The #teamcorrie Cancer Foundation, Susan G. Komen and the UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute have been named as the nonprofit partners for the 2023 Murphy USA El Dorado Shootout tournament, set to take place from Sept. 22-24 at Mystic Creek Golf Club.
“Partnering with nonprofit organizations has been at the heart of the El Dorado Shootout since the first tournament was held in 2015,” Tournament Director Courtney Crotty Kelley said. “We’re honored to be able to support these three organizations this year, and we look forward to seeing their continued impact on the fight against breast cancer in communities across Arkansas.”
These organizations will receive increased exposure, publicity and media coverage as a result of their partnership with the El Dorado Shootout tournament, along with a donation that will be presented during the tournament’s closing ceremony on Sept. 24. Since 2015, the tournament has donated over $200,000 to the various nonprofit organizations it has partnered with.
#teamcorrie Cancer Foundation
The #teamcorrie Cancer Foundation was established to provide one-time grants to cancer patients living in Union County, Ark. The grants assist patients with medical expenses incurred during their cancer treatment. Because of its continued partnership with the El Dorado Shootout and community support, the foundation was able to raise the grant amount from $1,500 to $2,000 per applicant in 2023. The #teamcorrie Cancer Foundation will hold its 11th annual Paint the Town Pink 5K Color Walk and Run in downtown El Dorado on Sept. 30. Visit teamcorriecancerfoundation.org to learn more.
Susan G. Komen
Founded in 1982, Susan G. Komen is the world’s largest organization that is addressing breast cancer on multiple fronts, working on research and public policy initiatives along with community health and global outreach. The organization invested $7.7 million in community health programs in 2022, ensuring access to screening and diagnostic exams, high-quality care and support services. Susan G. Komen’s Patient Care Center efforts also connected over 26,000 individuals with breast cancer information, diagnostic services, financial assistance and emotional support. Learn more about Susan G. Komen’s mission and efforts at komen.org.
UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ (UAMS) Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is the state’s leading cancer research and treatment center. The institute’s Breast Center has provided breast cancer screenings to more than 20,000 women in underserved and rural areas of Arkansas through its MammoVan mobile unit. For over a decade, the MammoVan has often been the only source for breast cancer screenings in rural parts of the state. UAMS plans to open Arkansas’ first and only Proton Therapy Center in 2023. The facility is only one of 40 nationwide. More information about the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute is available at cancer.uams.edu.
Learn more about this year’s nonprofit partners at eldoradoshootout.com/about/charity. For more information about the tournament, visit eldoradoshootout.com or follow the tournament on social media @road2eldo.
About Murphy USA
Murphy USA (NYSE: MUSA) is a leading retailer of gasoline and convenience merchandise with more than 1,700 stores located primarily in the Southwest, Southeast, Midwest and Northeast United States. The company and its team of nearly 15,000 employees serve an estimated two million customers each day through its network of retail gasoline and convenience stores in 27 states. The majority of Murphy USA’s stores are located in close proximity to Walmart Supercenters. The company also markets gasoline and other products at standalone stores under the Murphy Express and QuickChek brands. Murphy USA ranks 182 among Fortune 500 companies.
About the Epson Tour
The Epson Tour is the official qualifying tour of the LPGA Tour, the world’s leading competitive destination for female professional golfers. With the support of entitlement partner Seiko Epson Corporation, the Tour, entering into its 43rd competitive season in 2023, aims to prepare the world’s best female professional golfers for a successful career on the LPGA Tour. In the last decade, the Epson Tour has grown from 15 tournaments and $1.6 million in total prize money to hosting more than 20 events and awarding $5 million in 2023. With more than 600 graduates and alumnae moving on to the LPGA Tour, former Epson Tour players have won 466 LPGA titles.
Follow the Epson Tour at www.epsontour.com, as well as on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
Tournament Contact
Courtney Crotty Kelley
Tournament Director, El Dorado Shootout
director@eldoradoshootout.com
Media Contact
Caity Hatchett
PR and Social Media Coordinator, Sells Agency
caity@sellsagency.com
(501) 406-9357