Jerry Colangelo’s National Italian American Foundation’s Chairman’s Golf Invitational slated for March 12, 2011

On Saturday, March 12, 2011 at 7:30a.m., the inaugural National Italian American Foundation’s (NIAF) Chairman’s Golf Invitational will be held at the Wigwam Golf Resort in Litchfield Park, Arizona. The event will be personally hosted by NIAF’s Chairman, Wigwam owner and Arizona icon, Jerry Colangelo.

This memorable outing will include a deluxe continental breakfast, 18-holes of championship golf on the Wigwam Resort’s signature layout, the Robert Trent Jones Sr. designed Gold Course and a tasty, post-round luncheon on the patio of Red Allen’s Grill. Cost is $500 per person.

Individual golfers, twosomes as well as foursomes are all invited to participate. Additionally, local and national celebrities are expected to attend making the Chairman’s Golf Invitational, an “A-List event”.

In addition to playing opportunities, numerous corporate sponsorship packages exist. Proceeds from the Chairman’s Golf Invitational will go directly into the Foundation’s programs.

To register or donate, visit www.niaf.org/events/2011/golf/index.asp.

The National Italian American Foundation (NIAF)
NIAF is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit, nonpartisan educational foundation that promotes Italian American culture and heritage. NIAF serves as a resource on the Italian American community and has educational and youth programs including scholarships, grants, heritage travel, and mentoring.

NIAF is also the voice for Italian Americans in Washington, DC and works closely with the Italian American Congressional Delegation and the White House. NIAF’s mission includes advancing US – Italy business, political, and cultural relations and has a business council that promotes networking with corporate leaders.

The recently rejuvenated Wigwam is one of Arizona’s most iconic resorts, offering an intimate retreat that blends casual elegance with the charm of historic Arizona. Offering an unforgettable experience to reconnect and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, The Wigwam is home to the only 54 holes of golf in the Southwest and is located in Litchfield Park, Arizona in Greater Phoenix’s West Valley. For more information, visit www.wigwamarizona.com or call 623.935.3811.