KENNEBUNKPORT, Maine — Northern Light Mercy Hospital announced that the Bush Family Classic raised a record-breaking $440,000 for Gary’s House , a program providing free accommodations for families of patients receiving medical care in greater Portland.
The annual event, held in June at the Nonantum Resort and Cape Arundel Golf Club in Kennebunkport, is the largest fundraiser for Gary’s House.
The hospitality home is named in honor of Gary Pike , a young Kennebunk man who lost his battle with cancer in 1991. During his treatments, Gary saw firsthand the financial hardship and stress families experience while staying away from home. His dream of offering accommodations for families in need became a reality in 1998. Gary’s House relies on private funding to provide free accommodations.
The event is named in honor of longtime Gary’s House supporters, President and Mrs. George H.W. Bush, who served as event chairs along with several generations of the Bush family. This year’s honorary co-chairs were Bush grandchildren, Marshall Bush, Sam Bush LeBlond, and Robert Koch, who were joined at the tournament by President George W. Bush.
“We’re thankful for the outstanding commitment of the Bush family and our inspiring donors and volunteers who helped raise a record amount for our Gary’s House families in need,” said Charlie Therrien, president of Mercy Hospital. “Since its founding by President George H.W. Bush and others, the Bush Family Classic has raised millions and made life easier for the thousands of families who needed Gary’s House during a difficult time in their lives.”
This article originally appeared on Portsmouth Herald: Bush Family Classic sets fundraising record for Gary’s House
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