X-Golf Penrith raises most money for Starlight Children’s Foundation in new Starlight Scramble fundraiser

A western Sydney indoor golf venue has raised more money than any other business in Australia as part of a new fundraising initiative for sick children.

X-Golf Penrith has raised the most money for the Starlight Children’s Foundation nationally, as part of the inaugural Starlight Scramble fundraising initiative. Picture: Supplied

A western Sydney indoor golf venue has raised more money than any other business in Australia as part of a new fundraising initiative for sick children.

X-Golf Penrith was one of 25 venues across Australia to participate in the inaugural Starlight Scramble to raise money for the Starlight Children’s Foundation, a charity that aims to brighten the lives of seriously ill children and teenagers.

The campaign ran in September and October, during which time the venue donated half of every $140 hire fee for its indoor game simulator to the initiative.

Other local businesses also donated $2500 worth of raffle prizes.

The campaign raised $7500 nationally, which is enough to fund one Starlight Wish for one sick child.

X-Golf Penrith raised $1840 out of $7500 overall nationally. The total amount is enough to grant one sick kid a Starlight Wish. Picture: Supplied

Forty-eight golfers took part in the fundraiser from Penrith and raised $1840, the most of any venue across the country.

Penrith golfer and fundraising participant Kirk Perkins, 33, said “everyone deserves happiness”.

“Sometimes all it can take is a kind word, but if a donation of any amount can help to achieve that for someone who needs it, I’m always willing to help out for the right cause,” he said.

X-Golf Penrith franchisee Kylie Newton said the company was “determined” to make an impact.

“It’s such a worthwhile cause,” she said.

“There’s an outstanding group of community members here at X-Golf Penrith, so it’s no surprise that we were able to make such a significant contribution to the overall initiative.”

X-Golf Penrith was one of 25 venues nationally to join the campaign. Picture: Supplied

Starlight Children’s Foundation state partnerships manager Danica Bennett said the foundation could not put on programs without the support and generosity of other businesses.

“The X-Golf Starlight Scramble was an opportunity for players to have lots of fun while contributing to a meaningful cause,” she said.

“This unique initiative beautifully combined the spirit of friendly competition in a social environment while helping bring joy and comfort to seriously ill children, because Starlight knows happiness matters to sick kids’ health.

“We can’t wait to see what X-Golfers can do next year.”