On January 18th, the emblematic La Romana Country Club Golf Course became the epicenter of a day of solidarity and sporting excellence with the celebration of the annual Golf for Education tournament, organized by the MIR Foundation. This event brought together golfers from the community who, beyond showcasing their skills on the green, united for a transformative cause: to guarantee quality education for hundreds of young Dominicans.  

Since its inception, this tournament has been a fundamental pillar in the vision of its president, Ms. Lian Fanjul, who, along with her entire team, has tirelessly led the commitment of the MIR Foundation, betting on educational well-being as the engine of social change. 

With every swing, the participants and sponsors demonstrated that golf can be more than just a sport; it can be a vehicle for hope and personal growth.

Below are the results for the MIR Golf for Education Tournament winners

Longest Drive Ladies: Rosita Lagorio
Closest to the Pin Ladies: Mary Ledesma
Longest Drive Men: Carlos Pichardo Canela
Closest to the Pin Men: Roberto Herrera

Third Place: Louis Bogaert, Jaime González, Leonardo Vargas, with a score of: 51

Second Place: Gilberto Morales, Gilberto Ignacio Morales, Santiago Morales, Hugo Lazarde, with a score of: 51

First Place: Anna Martinelli, Giacomo Campora, Paolo Vittadini, Silvio Conconi, with a score of 50.

On behalf of the entire MIR Foundation team, we extend our sincerest gratitude to the collaborators who made the MIR Golf for Education 2025 tournament possible.

Thanks to your invaluable support, this event was not only a success but also a step towards providing quality education to hundreds of vulnerable young people in the city of La Romana and its surroundings. Your commitment to this cause drives us to continue transforming lives through learning.

Special mention to: Costasur, Country Club, Café Santo Domingo, Cinco Gelato, Vitasalud,.

Thank you for being part of this cause. See you on March 8 at the Magical Splendor Gala 2025!