Youth Haven, Collier County’s only emergency and residential shelter for abused and neglected children and teens ages 6 to 21, invites the community to tee up for its annual charity golf tournament, Fairways for the Future, on Monday, Oct. 27 at Grey Oaks Country Club in Naples. Proceeds from the golf tournament are crucial to supporting the nonprofit organization and its mission of providing home, hope and healing for youth in need throughout Southwest Florida.

Golfers will enjoy scenic views and premier, championship play on one of the renowned country club’s distinct award-winning, world-class courses. The 18-hole scramble-style tournament begins with a 9 a.m. shotgun start and includes a grab-and-go breakfast, a buffet luncheon, an awards reception and raffle prizes.

The event will be chaired by Richard Lublin and Jacqui Resop and supported by committee members Gregg Agens, Mary Cohen, Katrina Falcon, Jessica Judd, Melissa McLaughlin and Allison Murrell. The Fitzgerald Family Foundation, Karen Fitzgerald, president, and Charles Fitzgerald, director, will serve as honorary chairs and the Champion Sponsor, as well as the Visionary Sponsor of Youth Haven’s remaining fundraising events of the 2025-26 season. Corey Lazar, WINK news anchor, will emcee the tournament.

“We are honored to support Youth Haven’s worthy mission and their major fundraisers of the year,” said Karen Fitzgerald. “These events help raise awareness for the impactful programs and lifechanging opportunities they provide for children and teens throughout our community. We invite everyone to join us to support this incredible organization.”

Individual tickets are $650; foursome tickets are $2,500. Tickets for lunch only are available for $100. To purchase tickets or learn more, visit youthhavenswfl.org/events.

Media Sponsors for the tournament include Gulfshore Business, Gulfshore Life and The Naples Press. Additional sponsorship opportunities for Youth Haven’s entire fundraising event season or individual events are also available and raffle prize donations are being accepted by contacting Allison Pezzuti, philanthropy events officer, at 239-687-5163 or Allison.Pezzuti@youthhavenswfl.org.

Youth Haven serves as a dedicated community partner and regional leader in providing a safe haven for children and teens in need throughout Southwest Florida. For more information or to schedule a tour, visit youthhavenswfl.org or call 239-774-2904.

About Youth Haven

For more than five decades, Youth Haven has served as a sanctuary in Southwest Florida, providing home, hope and healing to children and teens experiencing abuse, neglect and oftentimes, homelessness. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and Collier County’s only emergency and residential shelter for boys and girls ages 6 to 21, Youth Haven provides far more than shelter, delivering comprehensive programs including therapeutic services, trauma-informed holistic care, foster and transitional housing, and enrichment initiatives that help every child realize their potential and have a bright future. Youth Haven is accredited by the nationally recognized Council on Accreditation, licensed by the Florida Department of Children and Families, and is a partner of Children’s Network of Southwest Florida. Rated 4-star (excellent) by Charity Navigator and Platinum by Candid/Guidestar, Youth Haven is a beneficiary of Naples Children & Education Foundation. For more information or to schedule a tour, please visit youthhavenswfl.org or call 239-774-2904. Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn.