Marianas Pacific Distributors Inc. has become the latest gold sponsor of the Northern Marianas College Foundation’s Golf Open, contributing nearly $5,000 in cash and in-kind donations for the tournament set for March 22 and 23, 2025.
"Marpac is honored to support higher education in the CNMI, and our donation highlights that commitment. We hope our contributions to this year’s golf open add excitement and enjoyment while also helping advance our Commonwealth for generations to come,” said Marpac Resident Manager Guy Pudney.
NMC’s tournament will be a two-day event at the LaoLao Bay Golf and Resort, with a registration fee of $250 per player.
“The NMC Foundation deeply appreciates Marpac’s contribution and their unwavering support for NMC over the years,” said Ben Babauta, chair of the NMC Foundation.
The tournament, which is also the signature event of the NMC Foundation, aims to raise funds to build and equip modern, innovative campus facilities that will help expand the CNMI’s workforce development efforts, stimulate economic growth, and provide access to quality education for the residents of the Commonwealth.
Like previous tournaments, this year’s event will feature thousands of dollars in incredible prizes, including a 2024 Lexus RX350 from Atkins Kroll Saipan, a 2025 Nissan Kicks from Joeten Motors, a 2025 Hyundai Venue from Triple J Motors, a $20,000 cash prize from Ambyth Shipping and Seafix, a $10,000 shopping spree from Top Shelf Wine and Spirits, a $10,000 cash prize from Crowne Plaza Resort Saipan, a $10,000 cash prize from TurnKey Solutions, a $10,000 cash prize from Pacifica Insurance Underwriters, and a $3,000 cash prize from McDonald’s of Saipan.
Interested companies and individuals who would like to help the college with its rebuilding efforts can donate educational tax credit, cash, or in-kind contributions by visiting www.marianas.edu/golf or by contacting Helen Camacho at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it./, Raynard Travilla at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it./, or Miguel Dandan at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it./.
Golfers who would like to register for the upcoming tournament can also visit www.marianas.edu/golf. Only online payments are accepted.
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