Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches drives community impact with $2 million contribution to Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation
PALM BEACH GARDENS, Florida – The Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches announced a $2 million contribution from the 2025 event to the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation. The announcement was made during an evening ceremony held at North Palm Beach Country Club with Jack and Barbara Nicklaus, Cognizant Chief Marketing Officer Thea Hayden, Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation President and CEO Patricia McDonald, Children’s Healthcare Charity Vice President and Grants Chair Michele Jacobs, and Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches Executive Director Todd Fleming in attendance.
“Today’s announcement deepens the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches’ longstanding dedication to our community, and we’re thrilled to keep growing that legacy of giving back for years to come,” said Fleming. “As we continue elevating PGA TOUR golf in Palm Beach County, we’re focused on finding meaningful ways to invest our resources so that everyone who attends or follows our tournament feels a genuine sense of pride and connection to it.”
As we continue elevating PGA TOUR golf in Palm Beach County, we’re focused on finding meaningful ways to invest our resources so that everyone who attends or follows our tournament feels a genuine sense of pride and connection to it.
- Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches Executive Director Todd Fleming
The Cognizant Classic has proudly donated more than $72 million to charitable causes, including over $55 million in the 19 years since Children’s Healthcare Charity Inc., became the official beneficiary. In total, the tournament’s commitment has supported more than 100 local nonprofits, enabling the enhancement of Palm Beach residents and beyond.
This incredible gift, alongside the steadfast commitment of the Nicklaus family, empowers us to expand access to world-class pediatric care and preventive services for children and families in our community. For nearly two decades, this tournament has exemplified how the game of golf can bring people together to make a lasting difference — and we’re honored to continue that tradition of hope and healing.
- Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation President and CEO Patricia McDonald
“On behalf of Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation, we are deeply grateful for this remarkable $2 million contribution from the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches,” said McDonald. “This incredible gift, alongside the steadfast commitment of the Nicklaus family, empowers us to expand access to world-class pediatric care and preventive services for children and families in our community. For nearly two decades, this tournament has exemplified how the game of golf can bring people together to make a lasting difference — and we’re honored to continue that tradition of hope and healing.”
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