John Ruiz (pictured 2nd from right), principal and managing member of R2Architects LLC, celebrated his 25th consecutive year participating in the Auxiliary of Shore Medical Center’s D. Allen Stretch, Jr., Memorial Golf Tournament. Pictured with Ruiz, left to right, are Shore Physical Therapists Joe Farrell, DPT, and Kevin Scott, MSPT, Ruiz, and Bob Robertson, Shore senior director of logistics.
The Auxiliary of Shore Medical Center celebrated a major milestone on Wednesday, June 4, as it hosted its 70th Annual D. Allen Stretch, Jr., Memorial Golf Tournament at Greate Bay Country Club in Somers Point. The event raised more than $90,000 to benefit Shore Medical Center, continuing a long-standing tradition of philanthropy and community support.
The D. Allen Stretch, Jr., Memorial Golf Tournament has become one of the Auxiliary’s most anticipated annual fundraisers. Each year, it brings together local businesses and hospital vendors, healthcare leaders, and supporters for a fun-filled day on the greens to raise funds that will advance care at Shore Medical Center.
More than 100 golfers participated in this year’s tournament, which included two tee times - an 8 am and 1:30 pm shotgun start - contests, raffles, and an awards dinner. One golfer in particular, John Ruiz, principal and managing member of R2Architects in Voorhees, was recognized for his 25th consecutive year participating in and supporting the tournament.
The funds raised through the tournament will support a wide range of initiatives at Shore Medical Center, from patient care enhancements to critical technology upgrades, ensuring that Shore remains at the forefront of community-based healthcare.
The Auxiliary of Shore Medical Center has played a vital role in the hospital’s success for more than 85 years, raising millions of dollars through events like the D. Allen Stretch Memorial Golf Tournament, thrift shop operations, and other philanthropic efforts.
For more information about the Auxiliary or to learn how you can get involved, visit https://www.shoremedicalcenter.org/give-to-shore/auxiliary or call 609-653-4646.
