Utica, New York (July 2026) – Drive Hope. Compete for a National Championship. Change Lives at CFLR’s 17th Annual Recovery Classic. The Center for Family Life and Recovery, Inc. (CFLR) is pleased to announce that team registration and sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 17th Annual Recovery Classic: An Applied Underwriters Invitational Event, taking place on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, at Skenandoa Golf Club in Clinton, New York. This tournament brings together businesses, community leaders, and golfers from across Central New York for a day of friendly competition with a greater purpose – raising critical funds to support CFLR’s prevention, treatment, recovery, mental health, and suicide prevention programs that serve thousands of individuals and families throughout the region.
Returning for its second consecutive year as an official Applied Underwriters Invitational qualifying event, CFLR’s Recovery Classic offers golfers the opportunity to compete for more than just local bragging rights. The tournament’s winning foursome will earn an invitation to compete at the prestigious National Finals at the American Club Resort in Wisconsin, where they will play on the world-renowned Whistling Straits and Blackwolf Run golf courses. This continued partnership places CFLR’s tournament among an elite network of qualifying events while offering participants a truly unforgettable golf experience.
“Our Recovery Classic is about bringing our community together to make a meaningful difference,” expressed Cassandra Sheets, CEO of CFLR. “Every golfer who registers and every business that becomes a sponsor helps ensure that individuals and families have access to the support, resources, and hope they deserve.”
Businesses are encouraged to partner with CFLR through a variety of sponsorship opportunities ranging from $250 to $5,000. Sponsors receive valuable marketing exposure, event recognition, networking opportunities, and the chance to demonstrate their commitment to strengthening the health and well-being of the community. The day includes breakfast, lunch, dinner, on-course contests, awards, and the opportunity to compete for exciting prizes. Foursome registration is $1,000 now through August 15th (goes up to $1,200 afterwards).
As our nation commemorates America’s 250th anniversary, this year’s Recovery Classic celebrates the enduring values of resilience, unity, and service that continue to strengthen communities. Every sponsorship and registration represents an investment in a healthier future and helps ensure when there’s help, there’s hope.
To sign-up as a team or become a sponsor, please visit CFLR’s online registration page at: secure.qgiv.com/for/c1arcgt/ or contact Sania Randolph, CFLR’s Director of Marketing and Communications by e-mailing: [email protected].
Center for Family Life and Recovery, Inc. is proud to be the area’s leading expert in advocacy, prevention, counseling, and employee assistance programs. Along with supporting individuals and families struggling with addiction and recovery, mental health, and behavioral issues, CFLR’s goal is to inspire hope, provide help, promote wellness, and transform lives. To learn more, visit www.whenthereshelpthereshope.com
