By Ashley M. Casey

Staff Writer

North Area Meals on Wheels is holding its 18th annual golf tournament Sunday, Sept. 11, at Foxfire at Village Green in Baldwinsville.

“It’s about having fun and raising money for a good cause,” said David France, tournament chairman.

France has been volunteering for NAMOW for 17 years — almost as long as the golf tournament has been in existence. He has benefited from NAMOW and wanted to give back.

“It’s important to me because I was disabled at the age of 37. I’m 52 now and still disabled. I couldn’t move; I couldn’t walk,” France said. “They’ve done more for me than i could ever do for them.”

NAMOW has more than 250 volunteers like France, including both drivers and kitchen staff.

“They give me a reason to get up every day,” he said.

While the official registration deadline was Sept. 2, France said the tournament will accept walk-in golfers on the day of the event. Individual registration costs $90 and registration for a team of four costs $360. The registration cost covers greens fees, golf cart and a steak dinner.

The NAMOW golf tournament begins with a shotgun start at noon Sunday, Sept. 11. Players should report to Foxfire at Village Green, located on Village Boulevard in Baldwinsville, at 11:30 a.m. to receive their cart assignments.

If you cannot attend the golf tournament, France said you can still donate or volunteer for NAMOW. Visit namow.org or call 452-1402 for more information.