The document summarizes the 15th annual Golden Gate Invitational golf tournament benefiting the American Cancer Society. Key details include a schedule of activities on August 8th including a shotgun start on the Lake and Ocean courses of the Olympic Club in San Francisco. There will also be a 19th hole reception and awards dinner. The tournament has raised over $4 million for cancer research and patient services. Live auction items include golf experiences and luxury trips.
1. The 2011 Golden Gate
Invitational
Olympic Club, Lake and Ocean Courses
August 8, 2011
2. The Olympic Club, San Francisco, Ca.
❖ The Olympic Club, founded in 1860, added the Lakeside Country Club to its
holdings in 1924. Since then, the Olympic Club Lake course has come to be
regarded among the best golf courses in the world. It has been the site of
numerous prestigious championships, most notably three United States
Amateurs and four United States Opens. The U.S. Open returns to the Lake
course in 2012. In preparation for that event, the club started several years
ago selectively pruning trees to open vistas and provide more sunlight and
air circulation to the course. In 2008, the club rebuilt all 18 greens,
reconfigured the par 3 eighth hole and added new tees on several holes.
These improvements were ready for member play in June 2009. Those who
may have played the Lake course in the past will be in for a vastly different
experience on August 8, 2011.
3. Day of the Tournament
August 8th, 2011
❖ Schedule of Activities
9:00am - 10:30am:
Registration, tee gift shopping, demonstrations
10:45am:
Shotgun Start and on-course lunch, Lake Course
11:30am:
Shotgun Start and on-course lunch, Ocean Course
4:30pm:
19th Hole Reception of cocktails, passed hors d' oeuvres, silent auction and live
auction preview.
5:45pm:
Awards Dinner and Live Auction
7:30pm:
Raffle Drawing for “Masters Package” (must be present to win)
4. Letter from the Chairman
❖ Welcome to the 15th Annual American Cancer Society's Golden Gate Invitational. Your support for this
event is critical to the life-saving mission of the American Cancer Society. Since its inception in 1997,
the Golden Gate Invitational has raised over $4 million.
Your involvement will help the American Cancer Society continue making progress in the fight against
cancer. The Society's work to save lives helping people stay well, by finding cures, and by fighting
back has yielded remarkable strides in cancer prevention, early detection, treatment and patient
quality of life. As a result, the five-year survival rate is 66%. Today, more than ever, the goal of
eliminating cancer as a major public health threat is within reach.
Come and tee off with us at the world famous Olympic Club, Lake and Ocean Courses, in beautiful San
Francisco, home to numerous US Opens including the 2012 US Open and enjoy a premier golf
tournament benefiting cancer research, education, advocacy and patient services. Receive first-class
tee gifts and hosted daylong hospitality, including a gourmet luncheon, and a 19th Hole awards dinner
reception. There will be incredible live and silent auction items and much more. And this year we are
offering as the one and only raffle item; a three day VIP pass for two to the 2012 Masters at Augusta
including accomodations, grounds passes, Green Jacket ceramony access and much more!
I welcome golf enthusiasts of all skill levels to combine their passion for the sport with their passion to save
lives through an unforgettable experience on a "once in a lifetime" opportunity at the Olympic Club.
I look forward to seeing you on the course and sincerely appreciate your efforts to help the American
Cancer Society's quest to eradicate cancer in our lifetime.
Warm Regards,
W.Mark Treadwell
Tournament Chair
5. The Committee of Volunteers
Event Chairman:
W. Mark Treadwell, President, Shermark Ventures, Inc.
Honorary Chairman:
Duncan L. Matteson, Chairman, The Matteson Companies
Auction Chair:
Jill Tonkin-Finegold
Tournament Director:
Al Jamieson
The Council:
Rob Forsland, Keith Woodcock, Tim Treadway, Eric Eisenberg, Jim Widas, Tom Gangitano, Lee Parmelee, Rich Hake,
Robin Breuner, William F. Dagley, Jay Hendler.
6. Your Dollars at Work
About the American Cancer Society
For nearly a century, the American Cancer Society has fought for every birthday threatened by every
cancer in every community. By taking what we’ve learned through research and turning it into what we
do, we have contributed to a 15 percent decrease in the overall cancer death rate between the early
1990s and 2005. That means that we helped avoid about 650,000 cancer deaths and created the
potential for more birthday celebrations. Overall, 11 million cancer survivors in America will celebrate a
birthday this year.
Together with our millions of supporters, the American Cancer Society saves lives and creates more
birthdays by:
• Helping you stay well with tips, tools, and online resources to help people set goals and stay
motivated to eat healthy and maintain an active lifestyle to reduce their risk of cancer, and by helping
you take steps to prevent cancer or detect it early, when it’s most treatable.
• Helping you get well by being in your corner around the clock and providing information to help make
decisions or free services like transportation to and from treatment and a place to stay when
undergoing treatment away from home.
• Finding cures by funding and conducting research into cancer’s causes, cures, and treatments; we’re
the largest non-governmental funder of cancer research in the United States, having spent more than
$3.4 billion on cancer research since 1946.
8. Our Live Auction Items for your preview!
Las Vegas Luxury, MGM Grand Style!
Ready for a two night stay in a magnificant suite at the TOP of the
MGM Grand? Your Skyloft suite includes a personal concierge,
chauffeur to and from the airport in a custom Maybach 62 limo, private
elevator and personal 24 hour butler service. VIP concert tickets
included, (to be determined) All dates to be mutually agreed to.
9. Romantic weekend in San Francisco!
❖ Leave Your Heart in San Francisco -- Enjoy a three day, two night stay in
the owner’s suite at the World Class Club Donatello Hotel in San Francisco.
The Club Donatello is a four-star, Gold Crown boutique Owners club
providing an intimate ambiance in the heart of San Francisco's Union
Square. Experience its gracious hospitality and the myriad of social and
cultural activities of the Club and the City by the Bay. Whether you are in
San Francisco for fine dining, shopping at Union Square, attending the Best
of Broadway or the Symphony or Ballet, attending a conference at the
Moscone Convention Center, or simply enjoying our beautiful city, let the
Club Donatello be your pied-a-terre in San Francisco.
❖ This package includes two seats right behind home plate for a Giants game
on August 26th, 2011 at 7:15pm. (Section 112 row AAA, seats 5-8.) Also
dinner for two at MoMo’s restaurant.
10. The Four Seasons Resort -
Malaysia
The Private Grounds and Pool
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Master Suite overlooking the
Beach!
11. Magical Malaysia
The Incredible Four Seasons
Resort at Langkawi.
❖ Four Seasons Resort Langkawi, Malaysia. An archipelago of 99 islands in the
Andaman Sea, Langkawi is a tropical paradise of lush foliage and dramatic cliffs. Set on
Tanjung Rhu, one of the island's best beaches, Four Seasons combines indigenous
architecture with gracious service in a resort experience unmatched in Malaysia.
Enjoy 6 nights at the Four Seasons Langkawi, with a warm greeting, a cold scented towel
and a cool drink. Through a series of quadrangles and secret gardens, the mix of Asian,
Indian and Arabic architecture and influence is slowly revealed. Views are framed by
beautifully shaped portals; Moghul windows look out to ponds set amongst frangipani
and bougainvillea.
In ADDITION, you will enjoy a 3 night stay at the Four Seasons Hotel and 2 rounds of golf for
two at the Sentosa Golf Club, all in the exciting city of SINGAPORE!
12. Golf Adventure
❖ A 3 day, 2 night stay at the incredible “STOCK FARM
CLUB” golf resort. This prestigious private golf community
is located near Hamilton, Montana in the heart of the
Bitterroot Valley. The package includes TWO rounds of golf
for 4, lodging and ALL MEALS. This is a Tom Fazio
deigned course. Enjoy all this beautiful mountain resort has
to offer, including horse back riding, Fly Fishing, tours and
more!
❖ Value: Priceless
The Club House
13. Additional Live Auction Items
Enjoy a 7 day Mediterranean or Caribbean Cruise.
Seven night SILVERSEA cruise in your spacious veranda suite with king sized bed, separate
sitting room, walk-in closet and marble bathroom with full size bathtub.
This ship boasts a world-class spa, full fitness center and six “at your leisure” dining options.
In the evenings , the Show Lounge offers a spectrum from full scale production shows to
classical soloists. Or Lady luck may tempt you into the Casino.
Caribbean cruise departs from Puerto Rico on 2/3/12 and Mediterranean from Monte Carlo on
5/17/12. (Dates and # of nights may be changed, contact Carol Ann)
Please note: Airline, ground transportation, optional shore excursions and personal/incidental
expenses on board are NOT included.
Travel arrangements by: The Travel Corner and Carol Ann. Valued at $18,000
14. Live Auction Break!
For your chance to Fund the Cure!
Here is your chance to really make a
difference by donating to the
Cancer Challenge!
100% of your donation dollars will go
directly to the American Cancer Society!
15. Maserati weekend in Wine Country!
❖ This incredible weekend is provided by San Francisco Ferrari/
Maserati and is packaged with a 2 night stay, for two, at the
incomparable Meadowood Resort in Napa.
❖ Drive the amazing Maserati for 2 days and nights and take a test
drive in a Ferrari California courtesy of Ferrari/Maserati SF.
❖ (Maximum of 200 miles and pick up at dealership)
16. Golf Lovers Dream..a Visit to the
2012 Masters in Augusta, Georgia
Enjoy a 3 night stay for 2
on Friday, Saturday and
Sunday at a private home
with maid service. Access
to the golf course,
clubhouse, restaurant and
bar. On Friday evening a
“Welcome to the Masters”
cocktail party hosted by
Bobby Schaeffer. Enjoy 2
Masters Badges for 2 days
of golf, including
attendance to the “Green
Jacket” ceremony and
much more!
(Air Fare not included)
17. Park City, Utah Package!
• Enjoy a one week stay in a beautiful home in the Jeremy
Ranch section of lovely Park City, Utah. Conveniently
located just 30 minutes from Salt Lake City
International Airport, 20 minutes from Salt Lake ski
resorts and only 5 minutes from Park City ski lifts.
• Or visit historic Sundance Resort, just minutes away.
• 6 bedrooms, 3 1/2 baths, hot tub. Sleeps 12. (Package
includes 2 round trip tickets on Jet Blue.)
No Holiday restrictions, dates mutually agreed to.
18. Chef ’s Dinner by Tyler Stone
❖ Enjoy a gourmet meal for 6, paired with exquisite “Cakebread” wines. This
dinner will be prepared, in your home, by a ‘star’ in the culinary world, Chef
Tyler Stone. Chef Stone has prepared meals for many notable individuals
including Vice President and Mrs. Cheney, Governor Schwarzenegger, John Tesh
and the Doobie Brothers. Menu to be mutually agreed upon and expires on
December 1, 2011.
❖ This will be a six course meal, including molecular, table side cooking.
Remember....it’s not just dinner, it’s a dining experience!
Gary Danko & Tyler Stone
19. Golf Experience at famed Pebble Beach!
Enjoy 2 nights at the lovely Cypress Inn and golf at 3
“world class” golf courses!
And the home of the NCGA,
Poppy Hills Golf Course!
Spyglass Country Club
This amazing experience is provided by Duncan Matteson. Certain restrictions apply and dates to be
mutually agreed upon!
22. The Olympic Club, Lake Course,
Site of the 2012 US Open!
The 18th fairway and clubhouse!
23. Our amazing Raffle item..Golf Lovers
Dream..a Visit to the 2012 Masters!
Be sure to buy your raffle tickets!
Enjoy a 3 night stay for 2
on Friday, Saturday and Augusta, Georgia, April 6-8, 2012
Sunday at a private
home with maid service.
Access to the golf
course, clubhouse,
restaurant and bar.
On Friday evening a
“Welcome to the
Masters” cocktail party
hosted by Bobby
Schaeffer. Enjoy 2
Masters Badges for 2
days of golf, including
attendance to the
“Green Jacket”
ceremony and much
more!
(Air Fare not included) Must be present to win!