STATE COLLEGE — Mount Nittany Health hosted its 34th annual Mount Nittany Health Foundation Golf Classic on Friday, Sept. 20. The event raised over $470,000, a new record for the fundraiser.
The tournament was comprised of 288 golfers and the funds raised will be put towards the construction of a new patient tower in Mount Nittany Medical Center. The new tower is set to open in 2026.
“As a hospitalist, my primary focus is on delivering comprehensive care to patients admitted to the Medical Center,” said Natalie Tussey, MD, Mount Nittany Health hospitalist and chair of the Golf Classic Committee. “The new patient tower represents a key step forward for our community’s healthcare, enhancing the patient experience at every level. The overwhelming support from our community for this project is truly inspiring, and we’re excited for the future of Mount Nittany Health.”
The Mount Nittany Health Foundation Golf Classic began in 1991 and has raised millions of dollars to put towards health care advancements in Centre County. Prizes during the tournament were awarded for the longest drive, straightest drive, closest to the pin and longest putt.
“We are deeply grateful for the incredible generosity of our community,” Adrienne Krasowitz, executive director of the Mount Nittany Health Foundation, said in a statement. “It’s exciting to see the Golf Classic continue to grow each year, setting a new record for fundraising. This wouldn’t be possible without the dedication of our volunteers, donors and sponsors, who truly make this event exceptional.”
