Golf tournament benefits United Fresh Start Foundation
The 2015 Tip Murphy Legacy Golf Tournament held Aug. 17 at the Oasis Golf Club near Cincinnati, Ohio saw produce and retail representatives come together for an afternoon of golf and networking. The tournament raised $30,000 for the United Fresh Start Foundation’s programs to increase children’s access to fresh fruits and vegetables.
Proceeds will be used to purchase salad bars for schools, supporting the United Fresh Start Foundation’s partnership in the “Let’s Move Salad Bars to Schools” initiative, as well as Foundation programs and activities to increase children’s access to healthy snack and meal choices.
“Thank you to everyone who came out to this year’s event. For the second year in a row we exceeded fundraising expectations and we’re pleased to be able to support the United Fresh Start Foundation and their work to provide salad bars to schools,” said Bob Spence, vice president, Del Monte Fresh Produce. “This event continues to be an excellent opportunity to network with produce and retail colleagues, while honoring the legacy of our dear friend, and produce industry leader, Terrance ‘Tip’ Murphy.”
This year’s event attracted retailers, wholesalers, shippers, growers and service providers from throughout the Midwest, with additional colleagues flying in from around the country. The event also featured two NFL Celebrity guests, Phil Villapiano, former Oakland Raiders linebacker and Steve Sylvester, former Raiders offensive lineman, both Superbowl winners who showed off their rings and assisted with this year’s raffle.
This year’s Tip Murphy Legacy Golf Tournament continues the mission of the Tip Murphy Advisory Committee, to honor the life and career of their dear friend, while raising funds for worthwhile produce industry causes. Terrence “Tip” Murphy, a 15-year veteran of the produce industry was division vice president of retail sales for Ready Pac Foods when he passed away unexpectedly in July 2008 at age 48. His career included 13 years with Chiquita Brands International.
For more information, visit United Fresh’s website.
