Swing big, change lives! The Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP) recently hosted its 12th Annual Tee-off for Transportation Mark K. Johnston Memorial Golf Tournament on June 26 at Lakewood Golf Course in Madison. The event was a resounding success, bringing community members and golf enthusiasts together for an incredible cause.
A Massive Boost for Regional Transit
Thanks to the wonderful generosity of participants and contributors, the tournament raised $22,400 in private funds to support public transportation. Even better, these funds will be matched by federal transit funding, infusing a much-needed $44,800 directly into KVCAP Public Transportation services!
“Our Public Transportation provides curb-to-curb service to over 25,000 residents in Kennebec and Somerset counties each year. Funding for operations is provided by the Federal Transportation Administration, the State of Maine, and local match contributions. The proceeds raised from our tournaments provide up to 20% of our annually required local match, which is significant,” said Kirk Bellavance, KVCAP’s Senior Transportation Director.
Honoring a Legacy of Community Action
The tournament continues to be held in loving memory of Mark K. Johnston, KVCAP’s former Chief Financial Officer who served the organization for over 20 years. Mark, who passed away in 2018 and is greatly missed, was a strong supporter of Community Action, dedicating his efforts to helping people and changing lives.
Celebrating Our Tournament Champions
The competition on the course was stellar, with several teams and individuals taking home top honors:
- First Place Gross Score: David Pelton, Bill Alfond, Sam Hight, and Jon Moody
- Second Place Gross Score: Ride With Us – Brent Nunn, Dustin Belanger, Camden Green, Jordan McGowan
- First Place Net Score: Wipfli – Danielle Martin, Troy Martin, Dennis Martin, Riley Geyer
- Second Place Net Score: Team DOBA – Kirk Bellavance, Carl Goody, Jacques Chabot, Maureen Heath
- Closest to the Pin: Jeff Rafuse, Riley Geyer, Derek McCarty, and Zack Pollard, who each scored closest to the pin on one of four holes.
- Longest Drive Winners: Liz Wilshire and Riley Geyer.
An impactful event like this is only possible with the backing of amazing community partners. KVCAP sends a huge thank you to:
- Platinum Event Sponsor: E.W. Littlefield Inc.
- Lunch Sponsor: Wipfli LLP
- Ball Sponsors: Clark Insurance and Franklin Savings Bank
- Swag Bag Sponsor: Taylor, McCormack & Frame, LLC
- $25,000 Hole-in-One Contest Sponsor: M Employee Benefits
We are deeply grateful for everyone who contributed to make this event a triumph. Please consider joining us on June 25, 2027 for the tournament! For more information, please contact Andrea Pasco at 207-859-1630.
