Event Overview: The R Brinkley Smithers Golf Invitational is an annual NYC event that takes place each fall. The 2010 event took place at the Creek Club in Locust Valley New York. It is an annual effort to raise money for the Long Island Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence, which seeks to save the lives of those who have fallen victim to addictive substances. This one-day NY event seeks to drive donations in a variety of ways.

What to Expect:  suppoThe R Brinkley Smithers Golf Invitational supports a good cause and raises a lot of money with many entertaining events throughout the day as well as through the end-of-event dinner and raffle.

• Great Cause: Donations from the R Brinkley Smithers Golf Invitational go to charity, so have fun while helping others by attending this NYC event!
• Variety: For those who want to take their donation money onto the course, there are a variety of ways that they can win donated prizes through this event. With prizes offered to the lowest course scores, the longest drive, and the closest to the pin, there are plenty of ways to get excited and get involved while enjoying a game of golf.
• Other activities: Guests who do not wish to play on the full course can opt to get involved by attenting the dinner and awards ceremony, or you can simply show up to hit some golf balls on the Creek Club driving range.

Inside Knowledge: The R Brinkley Smithers Golf Invitational is named after a man who financially supported the fight against alcholism. R Brinkley Smithers was recovering alcoholic who turned his work towards helping to save those that began to go down the road to alcohol addiction.

Event Hints:

• Donate if You Can: The R Brinkley Smithers Golf Invitational drives a lot of attention from sponsors and fans of golf. They bring in a lot of money, and if you also like golf, this event can be a fun way to support a good cause.
• Donations Are a Tax Write-off: Not only will your donations help others in need, but keep in mind, all donations, big or small are tax write-offs, so get a break on your tax returns while giving to a good cause.
• Check Out the Raffle: Feeling lucky and want to contribute? The raffle that takes place during the awards ceremony is a great way to contribute to a worthy cause while being able to have a chance at winning some cool stuff.