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Beds for Kids

Charlotte nonprofit providing beds and furnishings to children in need. Primary beneficiary of the Bloody Marys on Five tournament.

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Making a Difference: Bloody Marys on Five

Nell Thomas·

The Bloody Marys on Five charity golf tournament, held September 28 at TPC Piper Glen, began in 2014 as a tribute to Steve Baune, a Rotarian who kept a stocked drinks table on his lawn by the fifth hole. Twelve years in, it has passed $500,000 in donations.

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Making a Difference: Giving on the Green

Strolling Ballantyne·

Steve Baune set up a table by the fifth hole so passing golfers could take a Bloody Mary. He died in 2014. The tournament his Rotary club built in his name returns to Piper Glen on September 28, having raised more than $500,000.

Making a Difference: Giving on the Green

Strolling Firethorne·

Steve Baune set up a table by the fifth hole so passing golfers could take a Bloody Mary. He died in 2014. The tournament his Rotary club built in his name returns to Piper Glen on September 28, having raised more than $500,000.

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