Club Honors Local Volunteer

2014 marked the fourth year that Rob Holzman and members of the La Costa 35 Athletic Club (LC35) organized a charity poker tournament to benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad. The Club decided to repay the favor, and Rob was recently honored as their “Volunteer of the Year” at the North County Philanthropy Council’s annual Volunteer Appreciation luncheon.

“It is a privilege to lead and collaborate with dedicated volunteers from both La Costa 35 Athletic Club and the amazing Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad to create a fundraising event that has raised over $85,000 to date,” said Rob. “Working with this outstanding organization so committed to helping families in our community is its own reward, and we are pleased to be able to make a contribution towards their annual $2 million budget.”

The poker tournament, held on November 8, boasted a sold-out crowd of 160 players.

Club CEO Brad Holland added, “We are grateful for the countless hours of his own time Rob gives in order to make the Tourney a first-class event!”

LC35 is a Carlsbad-based athletic club that provides an overall sense of community and belonging for 35 year and older Carlsbad residents. The club provides fun, competitive softball and football leagues year-round, with everyone from weekend warriors to ex-college players and minor league ballplayers participating. For more information visit www.lc35ac.org.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad has played an integral role in the Carlsbad community since 1952, providing programs and services to thousands of young people. Boys & Girls Clubs of Carlsbad invites you to tour their Clubhouse, and see how lives are changed on a daily basis. The organization is 100% funded by local donors. For more information, call (760) 729-0207, email info@bgccarlsbad.org, or visit www.bgccarlsbad.org.

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Pictured (L to R): NCPC Co-Chair Dana Withall with Rob Holzman.