Inaugural Lomas Brown Jr. Golf Classic Raises Over $260K for Michigan Children’s Charities

August 4, 2025

The inaugural Lomas Brown Jr. Golf Classic at the Country Club of Detroit raised $268,700 for The Children's Foundation and the Lomas Brown Jr. Foundation, attracting NFL legends and community supporters.

Who is affected

Children and families in Southeast Michigan
Youth who will receive post-secondary scholarships
Young people participating in camps for educational, physical, and life skills development
Michigan children benefiting from health and wellness initiatives
Recipients of programs creating more equitable opportunities

What action is being taken

The Lomas Brown Jr. Foundation is providing post-secondary scholarships
The Lomas Brown Jr. Foundation is hosting camps that enhance educational, physical, and life skills
The Children's Foundation is supporting health and wellness initiatives for kids
The Children's Foundation is working to enable better treatment and improve health outcomes
Both foundations are collaborating to create lasting change through equity, access, and opportunity

Why it matters

The funds raised ($268,700) will support critical children's programs across Southeast Michigan
The event continues a legacy of community fundraising previously established by the Paul W. Smith Golf Classic
The initiatives address important needs in education, health, and youth development
The foundations are working to create more equitable opportunities for Michigan's youth
The programs are described as mattering "now more than ever" according to Andrew Stein, President and CEO of The Children's Foundation

What's next

The second annual Lomas Brown Jr. Golf Classic has been scheduled for July 13, 2026
Organizers expect the event to grow in both participation and impact
Those interested can learn more about the event or participating foundations at www.lomasbrownjrgolf.com

Read full article from source: Michigan Chronicle