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FBI golfers net thousands for
charity
04.10.10
by Caoimhinn Barr, Inishowen Independent
AN INISHOWEN sporting organisation has raised
thousands of euro for vital local projects over the
past three years.
Established in 2007, the Fahan, Burt and Inch (FBI)
Golf Society is currently raising funds for a new
football kit for the children of St. Aengus’
National School, Bridgend.
Far from being secret US Marshals as the name might
suggest, the FBI is made up of golfers from Fahan,
Burt and Inch!
Apart from garnering much-need funds for Inishowen,
the FBI society offers budget golf to local men.
Going from strength to strength in the past few
years, the group now has more than 100 members from
all over south Inishowen. |
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Members of the FBI Golf Society from
Fahan, Burt and Inch: Eamonn McDermott, Kevin
McDermott, Gary McLaughlin, Kevin McGrath and Andy
McDermott. |
Group spokesperson
Kevin McGrath said the large number of golfers
allows the FBI to do business with local courses.
“Because there are so many of us we are able to
negotiate a competitive rate with golf courses, who
are delighted to see the FBI coming! With discounted
green fees we can then ask members to donate a few
euro to charity.” he said.
“We have had great support from Inishowen businesses
too, many of whom have donated prizes for various
events. Our success would not be possible without
the support of the local business community.”
The Fahan, Burt and Inch Golf Society also caters
for non-golfers, who want to get involved in
supporting local charities while having a good day
out. Councillor John Ryan is a non-playing member of
the society.
Born out of the Inch Island Community Association
and Inch Lake Society a number of years ago, the FBI
golfers are set to descend on Ballybofey and
Stranorlar this Saturday, October 2, with all funds
going to St. Aengus’ National School children - the
chosen charity project of current captain Andy
McDermott.
If you would like to take part in this weekends
outing in aid of a good cause contact 086 1605570. |
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