Former Super Bowl champion and Mad Dog Sports radio personality Willie Colon hosted his 9th annual golf outing on July 17, 2023, to raise money for lupus research. The event was held at the Canoe Brook Country Club in Summit, New Jersey, and drew over 300 golfers.
The event raised an anticipated $400,000, which will be used to support the Lupus Research Alliance‘s Jean Davis Research Grant. The grant is named in honor of Colon’s late mother, Jean Davis, who had lupus.
“I’m so grateful for the support of my friends, family, and sponsors,” Colon said. “This event is a way for me to give back to the community and help find a cure for lupus. I’m proud to say that we’ve raised over $3 million for lupus research over the past 9 years.”
Lupus is a chronic autoimmune disease that can affect any part of the body. There is no cure for lupus, but there are treatments that can help manage the symptoms. Research is ongoing to find a cure for lupus and to improve the quality of life for people living with the disease.
The Willie Colon Golf Outing is an important event in the fight against lupus. It raises money for research and awareness, and it helps to connect people who are affected by the disease. Colon is a passionate advocate for lupus research, and his annual golf outing is a testament to his commitment to finding a cure.
In addition to the golf outing, Colon also hosts a radiothon every year to raise money for lupus research. The radiothon is a 24-hour broadcast that features interviews with celebrities, athletes, and lupus experts. Colon also uses the radiothon to share his own story of living with lupus.
Colon’s efforts to raise money for lupus research have made a significant impact. In the past 9 years, his golf outing and radiothon have raised over $3 million for the Lupus Research Alliance. This money has helped to fund research into new treatments and cures for lupus.
Colon is an inspiration to everyone who is affected by lupus. He is a strong advocate for research and awareness, and he is committed to finding a cure for this devastating disease.
