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Taken at the 2025 Coast Cares Education Open. Left to right: Dave Furletti, former York School Superintendent; Dan Schuler, Director of Pupil Services, Perry School District; Craig Veley, High School/Middle School Principal and Athletic Director, Geneseo; and Everett Stagg, Co‑Chairman of the Coast Shareholders Board, pictured with a donation check presented to local school districts.

GENESEO, NY (July 29, 2026) – Coast Professional, Inc.’s (Coast’s) 4th annual Coast Cares Education Open will take place on Thursday, August 27, 2026, at Batavia Country Club in Batavia, NY. As the event date approaches, Coast is highlighting the tournament’s support for Geneseo Central School District, Mount Morris Central School District, Perry Central School District, and York Central School District—communities with a high concentration of Coast employees and families.

The Coast Cares Education Open has grown into a meaningful annual tradition that brings together employees, families, local businesses, and community partners to strengthen educational opportunities across Western New York. Since its inception, the tournament has raised more than $100,000 for local schools. This year marks the first time the event will be held at Batavia Country Club, with registration beginning at 8:00 a.m. and a 9:00 a.m. shotgun start. The open offers attendees the chance to connect, enjoy the day, and celebrate the positive impact their support brings to students in the communities Coast serves.

“Our Western New York roots run deep, and supporting Geneseo, Mount Morris, Perry, and York Central School Districts reflects our commitment to the families who make up Coast’s workforce,” said Jonathan Prince, Chief Executive Officer at Coast. “When we come together with our neighbors to champion local education, we help strengthen the next generation of leaders in our community.”

Sponsorship support for the 2026 tournament has been exceptional, with most opportunities selling out weeks ahead of the event. Community members and businesses who wish to join in Coast’s support for local schools still have two ways to contribute:

• Hole Sponsorships: Available for $100 each.
• Raffle Item Donations: Coast is seeking raffle prizes to help raise additional funds for the supported school districts.
  
  

Both opportunities are open through Thursday, August 13, 2026. Community members and businesses interested in contributing to the event can contact Coast at golftournament@coastprofessional.com.