Swingin' for Green at Augusta's Red Shoe Golf Classic!

Some Augusta traditions come with green jackets and international headlines. Others come with red shoes, raffle tickets, and a whole lot of heart.

The Red Shoe Golf Classic, teeing off June 2 at Westlake Country Club, may not pack out the Masters crowd. But for the families staying at Ronald McDonald House Augusta, it’s just as meaningful. This year marks the 40th annual tournament, making it one of the city’s longest-running charity events. And like any good Southern tradition, it’s equal parts competition, camaraderie, and of course, cause!

Not Just Another Day on the Green

What started as a grassroots fundraiser in the mid-1980s has grown into a full-blown Augusta staple. The Red Shoe Classic brings together everyone from scratch golfers to “I-just-like-the-cart” types, all swinging for something bigger than a trophy.

Here’s what makes this one different from your average golf day:

• All-in entry packages cover contests, raffles, and extras—so no nickel-and-diming your way through the day (unless you want to donate more, hint hint).
• Proceeds support Ronald McDonald House Augusta, which provides housing and support to families with children receiving critical medical care.
• The tournament has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars over the years—money that keeps lights on, meals warm, and stress levels low for parents navigating medical crises.

But beyond the dollar signs, it’s about community! Many participants have a personal tie to the House, or know someone who’s needed it. You’ll find that connection in the tournament’s energy—less corporate schmooze, more front-porch kindness (and ironically with better golf carts).

Forty Years of Giving—and Going Strong

Augusta’s a city that knows how to keep a good thing going. After four decades, the Red Shoe Golf Classic has become more than a fundraiser. It’s a reunion. A chance for local businesses to rally around a cause. A way for newcomers to plug into Augusta’s charitable soul—one swing at a time.

Whether you’re there for the long drive or the long lunch, it’s a day that blends generosity with Georgia sunshine. And in a town where golf means a lot, this tournament proves it can also mean something.

Find more places to practice your swing, for golf and charity, at www.gbj.com/atlanta/golf-courses-1 and www.gbj.com/community-organizations.