Play Yellow Invitational Drives Impact for Member Children’s Hospitals

Shodair Children’s Hospital, Good Good Golf, and Marriott Business Councils Honored for Play Yellow Efforts 

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah (TBD) – The 2024 Play Yellow Invitational brought together a passionate community of supporters, renowned golf legends, and dedicated corporate partners to raise critical funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals (CMN Hospitals). Held in West Palm Beach, Florida, the event featured a weekend of golf, camaraderie, and impactful fundraising, culminating in a donation to Orlando Health Arnold Palmer Children’s Hospital on behalf of the winning foursome, Bill & Auggie of Marriott Golf. 

Beyond the golf course, attendees enjoyed a memorable program filled with inspiring stories, engaging entertainment, and friendly competition. Highlights included a fireside chat with Play Yellow founders Jack and Barbara Nicklaus and Play Yellow Ambassador, Denny McCarthy, a captivating performance by The Voice winner Maelyn Jarmon, and a lively trivia competition hosted by Charlie Rymer, with special guests Bo Hoag and CMN Hospitals National Champions Jack, Barrett, and Jaxon. 

The event also celebrated the impact of Play Yellow and recognized outstanding contributions to the movement with three special awards: 

• Tournament of the Year: The Shodair Play Yellow Invitational, recognized for raising nearly $1 million over the past four years and breaking down barriers around mental and behavioral health. 

• Ambassador of the Year: Good Good Golf, honored for their engaging content, heartwarming connections with patients, and dedication to raising awareness for Play Yellow. 

• Partner of the Year: Marriott Business Councils, acknowledged for their growing network of Play Yellow events and raising an estimated $2 million in 2024. 

“I’m inspired by the incredible generosity and dedication I witnessed at this year’s Play Yellow Invitational,” said Aimee J. Daily, Ph.D., President & CEO of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. “As a passionate advocate for both children’s healthcare and the game of golf, it’s been a thrill to celebrate with our exceptional award winners—Shodair Play Yellow Invitational, Good Good Golf, and the Marriott Business Councils. Their commitment to philanthropy on the course is paving the way for meaningful change. Together, we’re not just teeing off; we’re driving real impact for children’s healthcare across the U.S. and Canada!” 

“It’s an honor to be named Play Yellow Ambassador of the Year,” Good Good Golf expressed. “We appreciate the recognition and are more than excited to keep supporting this amazing cause. Thank you to Jack and Barbara for everything they do, and to everyone who makes Play Yellow a success!” 

“Shodair Children’s Hospital is honored to be awarded the 2024 CMN Play Yellow Golf Tournament of the Year,” said Keith L. Meyer, Development Officer at Shodair. “We’re incredibly grateful to our Foundation Team, the hospital staff, and the Montana golfers who make this event possible. We look forward to continuing to spread more Yellow and Hope to the patients we serve.” 

“Marriott is delighted to have been recognized as the Play Yellow Partner of the Year,” explains Mark Gaber, Area Vice President, Southern Region with Marriott International. “Our Business Councils across the U.S. and Canada strive to host the best, local golf tournaments in support of CMN Hospitals.” 

Your support of CMN Hospitals, through movements like Play Yellow, helps kids get the care they need when they need it most. Donations fund everything from advanced treatments and technology to essential family support services, empowering local member hospitals to address their most urgent needs. 

The Play Yellow Invitational proved to be a testament to the power of collective action and the impact that can be achieved when passionate individuals and organizations unite for a common cause. 

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About Play Yellow 

Play Yellow is a movement championed by Jack and Barbara Nicklaus and the PGA TOUR to raise funds for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Inspired by Jack Nicklaus’ iconic yellow shirt, Play Yellow unites the golf community in supporting member children’s hospitals and ensuring that kids receive the best possible care. 

About Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals: 

Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals was founded more than 40 years ago with the vision to Change Kids’ Health, Change the Future. We’ve raised over $9 billion for 170 children’s hospitals by empowering and engaging with local communities and businesses – and we’re not done yet. All donations benefit local member hospitals to fund what’s needed most, like critical life-saving treatments and healthcare services, innovative research, vital pediatric medical equipment, child life services that put kids’ and families’ minds at ease during difficult hospital stays, and financial assistance for families who could not otherwise afford these health services. 

Together, we can change kids’ health. Together, we can change the future. To learn about Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals and your local member children’s hospital, visit cmnhospitals.org.