2024 Myrtle Beach Classic to Donate Proceeds to Nine Local Charities

The Myrtle Beach Classic, set for May 6-12, 2024, at the Dunes Golf and Beach Club, will highlight the Grand Strand and support the local community. Nine local charities will receive a grant from the event's revenue, totaling $225,000 for 2024. These charities are known for their significant work in the community. Darren Nelson, the tournament director, is proud to support these impactful programs.

The PGA TOUR, recognized for its tradition of supporting charities, oversees the Myrtle Beach Classic. Tournaments under the PGA TOUR donate their net proceeds annually to local philanthropic organizations. These donations have reached nearly $4 billion, exceeding the combined contributions of other major sports leagues.

One of the chosen charities is Help 4 Kids, a volunteer organization established by Barb Mains in 1989. The charity provides food to 40 Horry County schools, feeding over 3,000 children weekly. The Myrtle Beach Classic funds will support the charity's food program for two months. Other selected charities include Blue Star Mothers of Coastal Carolina, Boys and Girls Clubs of the Grand Strand, Champion Autism Network, Children’s Recovery Center, Classy Smiles, Helping Hand of Myrtle Beach, Project Golf, and SOS Care. These charities are all non-profit, tax-exempt groups with a dedicated mission.

Becky Large, the executive director of Champion Autism Network, is grateful for the funds, stating it will have a significant impact on the organization. The program supports over 900 families in Horry and Georgetown counties with someone on the autism spectrum. The funds will be used to increase awareness and serve more people.

The Myrtle Beach Classic is a dual-field PGA TOUR event sponsored by Visit Myrtle Beach and managed by Sportfive. The local event will be one of two stops in the Palmetto State for the PGA TOUR in 2024, the other being the RBC Heritage in April at Harbour Town Golf Links. The Dunes Club, a Robert Trent Jones-designed course, has a history of hosting prestigious golf events, including the Charles Schwab Cup Championship from 1994 to 1999.

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