Laborers Host First Annual Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament

September 11, 2025

Supporting Education Through the Trades

Members of the Laborers Appalachian Regional Council, along with contractor affiliates, friends, and family, gathered to kick off their first Annual Golf Tournament dedicated to funding scholarships for students in Appalachia.

Coming Together for a Cause

The tournament brought together union members and community partners for a day of golf, fellowship, and fundraising, with proceeds going toward the newly established Laborers Scholarship Fund.

Laborers Appalachian Regional Council members gather at the first Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament.

Leadership Highlights the Event’s Success

“I want to thank all of our members, contractors, and other affiliates who made this year such a success…We look forward to continuing this event for many years to come.”

Jessie King, President of the Appalachian Laborers Regional Council

Looking Ahead

The event’s success laid the foundation for what leaders hope will become a long-standing annual tradition, helping students achieve their academic and career goals.

Laborers Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament Raises $40k for Scholarships

The charity tournament raised more than $40,000 for the Laborers Scholarship Fund.

Investing in the Next Generation

The fund will cover tuition and other college expenses for recipients, helping families offset the rising cost of higher education and creating new opportunities for young people connected to the Laborers union.

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