On January 18th, the iconic 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: ensuring quality education for hundreds of young Dominicans.  

From 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 for social change. 

With every swing, participants and sponsors demonstrated that golf can be more than a sport; it can be a vehicle for hope and overcoming challenges.

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

Longest Drive Ladies: Rosita Lagorio
Closest to the Pin Women: 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, they extend their sincerest thanks 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 toward providing quality education to hundreds of vulnerable young people in the city of La Romana and its surrounding areas. Your commitment to this cause inspires us to continue transforming lives through learning.

Special mention to: Costasur, Country Club, Café Santo Domingo, Cinco Gelato, Vitasalud, Peroni Beer, El Catador, EZGO, Higüeral, Mesafresca, Club Car, KPMG, Abel González, CEPM, Grupo Martí, Popular, Baptist Health.

Thank you for being a part of this cause, we'll see you on March 8th at the Magical Splendor Gala 2025!