Ambyth Shipping and Seafix, Inc. have announced that they are offering a $10,000 hole-in-one cash prize for the upcoming 19th Annual NMC Foundation Golf Open. In the photo are, from left, Northern Marianas College president Dr. Galvin Deleon Guerrero, Ambyth Logistics and Trucking executive Alex Ito, Ambyth Shipping Quality Assurance and Human Resources senior executive Josefina "Josh" Dandan, and NMC student Richard Baleares. NMC

In support of funding higher education in the CNMI, Ambyth Shipping and Seafix Inc. will be offering a $10,000 hole-in-one cash prize at the Northern Marianas College Foundation’s upcoming Golf Open on March 23 and 24, 2024 at the LaoLao Bay Golf & Resort.

“We are proud to contribute $10,000 to the NMC Golf Open to help pave the way for a brighter future for the CNMI. Investing in education is investing in a brighter tomorrow for the CNMI, and we hope that this helps add excitement to this year’s Golf Open,” said Ambyth Shipping vice president Andrew Miller.

NMC’s tournament will be a two-day event and the tournament fee for the 2024 golf open is $250.

“We're truly grateful to Ambyth Shipping for their commitment to lasting impact in higher education.

On behalf of the NMC Foundation, we thank you,” said Ben Babauta, chairperson of the NMC Foundation.

The tournament, which is also the signature event of the NMC Foundation, aims to raise funds to build and equip modern, innovative campus facilities that will help expand the CNMI’s workforce development efforts, stimulate economic growth, and provide access to quality education for the residents of the CNMI.

Like previous tourneys, this upcoming tournament will feature thousands of dollars in amazing prizes such as a 2024 Lexus RX350 from Atkins Kroll, a 2023 Honda Civic Type R from Joeten Motors, a $10,000 shopping spree from Top Shelf Wine and Spirits, a $10,000 cash prize from Pacifica Insurance, and a $3,000 cash prize from McDonald's of Saipan.

Interested companies and individuals who would like to help the college with its rebuilding efforts can donate educational tax credit, cash, or in-kind contributions by visiting www.marianas.edu/golf or by contacting Helen Camacho at helen.camacho@marianas.edu, Raynard Travilla at raynard.travilla@marianas.edu, or Miguel Dandan at miguel.dandan@marianas.edu.

Golfers who would like to register for the upcoming tournament can also visit www.marianas.edu/golf. Only online payments are accepted for this upcoming golf open.

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