Pleasant View Communities in Manheim will host its annual golf tournament in September, and while the event is sold out for golfers, there are still ways to help the organization support its residents.

"We're encouraging people to donate items for our (giveaway) baskets," said Aubrey Smith, community engagement coordinator, who added that opportunities for tournament sponsorship are also available. "The public is invited to join us for dinner after the tournament as well."

The event will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 13, at Overlook Golf Course, 2040 Lititz Pike, Lancaster. Golfers will enjoy a grab-and-go lunch provided by the Pleasant View Auxiliary, followed by 18 holes of golf and a variety of on-course contests. Dinner will be served at 5 p.m. by Culinesse, the new dining service provider at Pleasant View.

"People can purchase a ticket just for dinner, and this year, Pleasant View is providing transportation for residents who want to come for the meal," Smith said.

A variety of baskets will be featured in a giveaway at the event. "We always have a really great selection of items," Smith noted. Gift cards to local restaurants will be featured, along with handmade charcuterie boards created by a Pleasant View staff member. "Grandview Winery is donating a wine tasting tour," Smith shared, "and some local golf courses are donating green fees."

Proceeds from the event will support the benevolent fund at Pleasant View. Approximately 25% of current personal care residents and almost 50% of skilled nursing care is supplemented or paid for entirely by benevolent care, Smith said, noting that memory care at the personal care level costs about $300 a day per resident. "Last year, we provided close to $4 million in benevolent care," Smith commented.

She encourages everyone to come for dinner and to see what the golf tournament is all about. "People can get a feel for the day, and then next year, they can be sure to register early for the tournament," she said. "We always get a great turnout for our tournament."

The deadline to register for dinner is Friday, Sept. 1. For more information or to register, visit http://www.pleasantviewcommunities.org/golf.