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Over $31,000 Raised at Inaugural Friends of Oak Hill Academy Golf Tournament Oak Hill Academy proudly hosted its 1st Annual Friends of Oak Hill Academy Golf Tournament in April at the Blue Ridge Country Club in Galax, Virginia. The event brought together alumni, parents, local businesses, and community supporters for a day of golf, camaraderie, and fundraising in support of the Academy’s mission to provide a transformative and enriching educational experience. Participants enjoyed a full day on the rolling fairways of Blue Ridge Country Club, one of the region’s most scenic and challenging courses. The tournament featured exciting contests, including closest-to-the-pin, longest drive, and putting challenges, adding an extra layer of friendly competition and fun to the event. Through the generosity of participants, sponsors, and donors, the tournament successfully raised over $31,000, with all proceeds directly benefiting Oak Hill Academy students. These funds will support programs, opportunities, and initiatives that enhance student experiences both in the classroom and beyond, helping to ensure that Oak Hill students continue to thrive academically, socially, and athletically. “T his tournament is more than a day of golf— it’s a chance for our extended Oak Hill family to come together in support of our students,” said Libby Luper, Advancement Officer at Oak Hill Academy. “We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated, sponsored, or volunteered to make the inaugural event such a success. The impact of their generosity will be felt directly by our students and will help us continue to provide a world-class education and community experience.” The success of the inaugural tournament has set a strong foundation for what Oak Hill Academy hopes will become an annual tradition. The Academy looks forward to building on this momentum in future tournaments, continuing to bring together alumni, families, and local supporters to celebrate and invest in the next generation of Oak Hill students. Be sure to be on the lookout as we plan to have a second Friends of Oak Hill Golf Tournament this spring. Please contact Libby Luper at lluper@oak-hill.net to be notified when details of the tournament are finalized.