Mobile, Alabama (July 8, 2025) — The Providence Foundation will host the 26th Annual Charity Golf Classic on Thursday, Aug. 21 at the picturesque Lakewood Golf Course in Point Clear, Alabama. Proceeds from the event will directly support patient care initiatives at USA Health Providence Hospital.

Tee-off is at 9 a.m., followed by a post-tournament lunch and awards ceremony at 2 p.m., featuring door prize drawings and the announcement of the day’s winners. The tournament follows a four-person scramble format, welcoming golfers of all skill levels.

Each player will receive a Peter Millar gift package, and mulligans can be purchased online in advance or in person on the day of the event.

“This tournament is more than a great day of golf—it’s a meaningful way to support our mission of providing compassionate, high-quality care to the communities we serve,” said Rick Metzger, MMHC, BSN, CEO of USA Health Providence Hospital. “The generosity of our sponsors and participants plays a direct role in improving patient outcomes and expanding access to care for those who need it most.”

Registration and Sponsorship

• Team Registration: usahealthsystem.com/providencegolf
• Registration Deadline: Aug. 20
• Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels.
• Sponsorship deadline: Aug. 11
• Questions? Email providence@southalabama.edu for more information.

Join us for a fun-filled day on the greens. Your support will help build on the trusted care already delivered at USA Health Providence Hospital and enhance programs that will make a lasting impact across our region.

About USA Health Providence Hospital
Part of USA Health, the academic health system for the University of South Alabama – the Flagship of the Gulf Coast – Providence Hospital is a full-service 349-bed hospital providing 24/7 emergency care and a level III trauma center as well as exceptional birthing services, surgical procedures and specialty care to residents in the region. Providence Hospital has a rich history of delivering high-quality, compassionate care to the communities it serves.

About the Providence Foundation 

Established in 1984, the Providence Foundation is a not-for-profit organization that secures charitable support for USA Health Providence Hospital. Through community events like the Charity Golf Classic, the hospital continues to deliver exceptional care to everyone it serves.