As part of their commitment to supporting education in the CNMI, Ambyth Shipping and Seafix Inc. are offering a $20,000 cash as a hole-in-one prize at the Northern Marianas College Foundation’s upcoming Golf Open. From left: Ambyth Senior Marine Coordinator Jovie Villacrusis, NMC President Galvin Deleon Guerrero, EdD, Ambyth and Seafix Quality Assurance and Human Resources Senior Executive Josefine Dandan, and NMC Content Creator/Digital Media Specialist Casey Huliganga.

In support of higher education in the CNMI, Ambyth Shipping and Seafix Incorporated will be offering a $20,000 hole-in-one cash prize at the Northern Marianas College Foundation’s Golf Open on March 22 and 23, 2025, at the LaoLao Bay Golf and Resort.

"Education is the foundation of a thriving community, and we are honored to support NMC’s mission through this year’s Golf Open,” said Andrew Miller, vice president of Ambyth Shipping. “We hope this hole-in-one prize adds to the excitement of the tournament while also making a real difference in the lives of students."

NMC’s tournament will be a two-day event at the LaoLao Bay Golf and Resort, with a registration fee of $250 per player. Registration for this year’s tournament is closed, however those who would like to be placed on a player wait list can contact (670) 237-6833.

“We're truly grateful to Ambyth Shipping and Seafix for their commitment to making a lasting impact in higher education. On behalf of the NMC Foundation, we thank you,” said Ben Babauta, chair of the NMC Foundation.

“We're truly grateful to Ambyth Shipping and Seafix for their commitment to making a lasting impact in higher education. On behalf of the NMC Foundation, we thank you,” said Ben Babauta, chair of the NMC Foundation.

The tournament, which serves as the signature fundraising event for the NMC Foundation, aims to generate 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 Commonwealth.

Like previous tournaments, this year’s event will feature thousands of dollars in incredible prizes, including a 2024 Lexus RX350 from Atkins Kroll Saipan, a 2025 Nissan Kicks from Joeten Motors, a 2025 Hyundai Venue from Triple J Motors, a $10,000 shopping spree from Top Shelf Wine and Spirits, a $10,000 cash prize from Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan, a $10,000 cash prize from TurnKey Solutions, a $10,000 cash prize from Pacifica Insurance Underwriters, and a $3,000 cash prize from McDonald’s of Saipan.

Interested companies and individuals who would like to support the college’s 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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