SAG-AFTRA Foundation to Host 14th Annual L.A. Golf Classic on June 9
Press Release
Charity Tournament Returns to Raise Critical Funds for Performers in Need
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation is proud to announce the return of its signature charity golf event, the 14th Annual L.A. Golf Classic, taking place Monday, June 9, 2025. A longtime favorite of the entertainment industry, the L.A. Golf Classic raises vital funds to support the Foundation’s emergency assistance programs for SAG-AFTRA artists facing hardship.
The annual benefit brings together celebrities, industry executives, and entertainment professionals for a day of friendly competition and philanthropy on the green. Past players and hosts have included Tim Allen, Anthony Anderson, Jonathan Banks, Chase Crawford, Tony Curran, Patrick Fabian, Donald Faison, Peter Gallagher, Andy Garcia, Shawn Hatosy, Dennis Haysbert, Patricia Heaton, Richard Karn, Richard Kind, George Lopez, Joel McHale, Joe Mantegna, Kevin Nealon, Kathryn Newton, Michael Peña, Ron Perlman, Joe Pesci, Dennis Quaid, Rob Riggle, Ray Romano, Jack Wagner, Andia Winslow, and Scott Wolf, among many others.
“For 40 years, the SAG-AFTRA Foundation has been a lifeline for performing artists,” said Pamela Reed, Chair of the L.A. Golf Classic and First Vice President of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation. “The L.A. Golf Classic has been a key part of our Foundation’s legacy in raising critical aid to support performers in need. This longstanding event allows our community to come together in celebration and support, while ensuring that performers facing crises continue to have access to essential resources.”
The 14th Annual L.A. Golf Classic is made possible through the generous support of its celebrity players, as well as the sponsors, which include Gold Sponsor: Johnny Carson Foundation; Course Hospitality Sponsors: Casamigos Tequila, Johnnie Walker Blended Scotch Whisky, Ketel One Vodka; Silver Sponsors: Anthem Blue Cross, City National Bank, Evoke Advisors, LG, NEON, and SAG-AFTRA, and The Mickey and Lee Segal Family Foundation; Bronze Sponsors: Bush Gottlieb, CVS Health, Howard Building Corporation, Jones & Associates, The L.A. Office, Los Angeles Magazine and SAG-AFTRA Federal Credit Union.
“Over the years, the L.A. Golf Classic has become more than just a tournament. It’s a testament to the generosity and heart of our community,” said Courtney B. Vance, Chairman of the SAG-AFTRA Foundation. “I’m especially grateful to Pamela Reed for her steadfast leadership, and to the many actors, sponsors, and industry friends who continue to return year after year in support of our community. Their enduring commitment has helped the SAG-AFTRA Foundation make a real and lasting impact, and I look forward to seeing this successful tradition grow even stronger in the years to come.”
The L.A. Golf Classic features on-course contests, celebrity pairings, and a post-event awards reception. Sponsorship packages, opportunities and foursome teams are now available. For more information or to become a sponsor, please email golf@sagaftra.foundation or visit here.
Proceeds from the tournament benefit the Foundation’s Emergency Financial Assistance Program, which has granted more than $33 million to SAG-AFTRA performers during times of crisis, including during the pandemic and recent industry strikes.
About the SAG-AFTRA Foundation
The SAG-AFTRA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that provides vital assistance and free educational programming to the professionals of SAG-AFTRA while serving the public at large through its Emmy®-winning children’s literacy program Storyline Online. The Foundation relies solely on support from gifts, grants and sponsorships to maintain its free programs. For more information, visit sagaftra.foundation.
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Kevin Connell
Director of Corporate Relations
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