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It has been almost an entire year that the nation has dealt with the global pandemic and a host of people are still struggling, including teachers and vulnerable children in Aldine ISD.

According to data, 89.2% of the children in Aldine ISD are economically disadvantaged, and the community is doing its part to help. The Aldine Education Foundation (AEF) hosted the M.B. “Sonny” Donaldson Golf Tournament at Oakhurst Golf Club on Friday, to raise funds for Aldine ISD student scholarships and educator grants.

Practicing social distancing, using separate golf carts, wearing masks, using hand sanitizers and an outdoor registration made the afternoon a perfect day to raise much-needed funds for student scholarships and educator grants.

Former Aldine ISD Superintendent (and the event’s namesake) Sonny Donaldson helped to welcome Title Sponsor WCA, as well as many returning supporters and new sponsors. Including this year, AEF’s golf tournament donors have raised more than $386,000 for programs improving educational opportunities for Aldine ISD students.

The biggest fundraising event of the year began outdoors with grab-and-go breakfast tacos and ended with an awards box-lunch celebration al fresco under the veranda and on the lawn.

AEF President Lisa McBride welcomed the players, introduced fellow AEF board members and introduced the new Director of the Aldine Education Foundation, Linda Flores Olson. Aldine ISD Superintendent Dr. LaTonya M. Goffney gave gratitude to the Aldine Education Foundation for their hard work to raise money for Aldine ISD, thanked title sponsor WCA and all of the sponsors. Finally, chair of the 2020 tournament, Sidney Brewer announced this year’s winner and distributed unique, hand-crafted awards made by students from Carter Elementary.

Flores Olson was happy with the day, stating “It is so heart-warming to know that our community cares so much about our future leaders to come out during a global pandemic to give the students in Aldine ISD hope for a brighter future.”

The Tiger-Rock Martial Arts team finished in first place, followed by ACME Brick and the Men of Bethany.