The Wilson House Raised $50,000 With It’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament

The Wilson House shattered the organization’s all-time, fundraising record on Wednesday, May 22nd during the 5th annual Wilson House Cup held at the Dorset Field Club. The event netted $50,000 in support of its general fund. 

“We are so grateful to our sponsors and all the participants who made this a day for our record books,” said Kim Norman, Wilson House Executive Director. “We exist thanks to the generosity of benefactors, small and large, that understand how important it is to sustain the Wilson House as a destination for people in recovery. Our programming as well as the upkeep and repair of this 172 year-old building is costly.”

One hundred golfers enjoyed perfect weather and one of the best golf courses in Vermont. Golfers of all abilities vied for the honor of having their names engraved in the crystal, Wilson House Cup trophy.

This year, the team of Peter Haley, Lloyd Sinnott, Benjamin Ward, Dave Fine carded a 9-under par 61 in the shamble format tournament.

Once again, the tournament sponsor was High Watch Recovery Centers based in Kent, CT. “We are pleased to sponsor The Wilson House’s 5th Annual Golf Tournament,” said Andrew Roberts, the CEO of High Watch Recovery Center. “Our approach to recovery services combines clinical interventions with the proven teachings of the 12-Steps, which closely aligns with the missions of both our organizations."

“High Watch’s work in recovery is unmatched and rooted in the values of the 12-steps which Bill Wilson co-authored. We are honored to have them support our mission and be a partner each year in this event,” Norman explained.

Key sponsors included: cart sponsors: Union Underground and Charlies Cafe, lunch sponsor: Lyman Orton and Janice Izzi; ball drop sponsor: William T. Burns Insurance; refreshment sponsor: Zoeys Deli and Zoeys Double Hex; prize sponsor: JK Adams: dessert sponsor: Claddaugh Fund; seltzer sponsors: Polar Beverage; Golf Ball sponsor: Andrea Kaplan.

“Not only did these sponsors contribute to a lovely day for everyone in attendance, their efforts will allow us to continue to preserve this historic inn for the thousands of visitors who make the pilgrimage to us each year,” stated Andrea Kaplan, event chairperson. “The overall success of this event was a group effort of volunteers managing costs and the gracious, generous sponsors and participants who enthusiastically supported the mission of the Wilson House.

There were also new ways for golfers and non-golfers were able to support the fundraiser this year. The new, silent auction raised $7,600 and the “ball drop” added another $13,500.

The Wilson House is located at 378 Village Street East Dorset, VT 05253. The house is open to visitors every day except Wednesdays. Please check our website or call ahead for our hours of operation, meeting times, room rates and dining schedule. The Wilson House is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization.