DULUTH, GA (July 21, 2026) –
The Mitsubishi Electric Classic presented by Vensure announced today that the 2026 tournament raised $558,104.13 for local charities through the Gwinnett Championship Foundation. Georgia’s only PGA TOUR Champions event has now donated more than $6.3 million to organizations throughout Gwinnett County and metro Atlanta since its inception in 2013.
The tournament’s primary beneficiaries are Special Needs Schools of Gwinnett and Cink Charities, with additional support provided to numerous nonprofit organizations throughout the area. The tournament raises funds through multiple charitable programs, including Birdies for Charity presented by Northside Hospital, Folds of Honor Friday presented by SAIA Freight + Logistics, Birdies for Trees presented by Solvo, and Tickets Fore Good.
“At Mitsubishi Electric, we believe our success is measured not only by what we achieve as a company, but by the positive impact we make in the communities we serve,” said Mike Corbo, President and CEO of Mitsubishi Electric US. “The Mitsubishi Electric Classic presented by Vensure continues to be an incredible platform for giving back, and we’re honored to support organizations that are creating meaningful change throughout Gwinnett County. Seeing the tournament’s charitable impact continue to grow year after year is something we’re incredibly proud to be a part of, and we look forward to building on that legacy for years to come.”
Birdies for Charity presented by Northside Hospital, the tournament’s largest fundraising initiative, generated more than $343,000 for participating nonprofit organizations in 2026. Since launching in 2013, Birdies for Charity presented by Northside Hospital has raised more than $3.5 million, providing metro Atlanta nonprofits with a simple, risk-free fundraising platform to support their missions. Northside Hospital became the presenting sponsor of the program in 2026 through an enhanced partnership with the tournament that extends through 2030. The long-term commitment reflects Northside Hospital’s dedication to strengthening local nonprofits and investing in the health and well-being of communities throughout Gwinnett County and metro Atlanta.
“Our support of Birdies for Charity presented by Northside Hospital is an investment in the organizations that make our community stronger every day,” said Debbie Bilbro, President and CEO of Northside Hospital Gwinnett and Northside Hospital Duluth. “We are proud to partner with the Mitsubishi Electric Classic presented by Vensure because this program gives local nonprofits the resources they need to grow their impact and continue serving those who need them most. Together, we’re helping build healthier, stronger communities across Gwinnett and metro Atlanta.”
Participating charities in Birdies for Charity presented by Northside Hospital in 2026 included Cooper’s Crew, Grayson Cluster Schools Foundation, Special Needs Schools of Gwinnett, and Women’s Club of Sugarloaf Country Club Charities. Funds raised through the program directly support each organization’s mission while helping strengthen communities throughout the region.
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About Mitsubishi Electric Classic presented by Vensure:
The Mitsubishi Electric Classic presented by Vensure returns to the metro Atlanta area May 3-9, 2027, and looks forward to welcoming golf legends on PGA TOUR Champions. The tournament proudly stands as a premier golf tournament on the PGA TOUR Champions but is much more than a golf tournament. The event, which will benefit local charities through the Gwinnett Championship Foundation Inc., has raised over $6.3 million since the first tournament in 2013. Follow the Mitsubishi Electric Classic presented by Vensure online at mitsubishielectricclassic.com, on Facebook, on Twitter (@MEClassicGolf) and on Instagram (@mitsubishielectricclassic).
About PGA TOUR Champions:
PGA TOUR Champions is a membership organization of professional golfers age 50 and older, including 35 members of the World Golf Hall of Fame. The Tour’s mission is to provide financial opportunities for its players, entertain and inspire its fans, deliver substantial value to its partners, create outlets for volunteers to give back and generate significant charitable and economic impact in tournament communities. Follow PGA TOUR Champions online at PGATOUR.com, on Facebook, on Twitter (@ChampionsTour), on Instagram (@pgatourchampions) and on TikTok (pgatourchampions).
All events are televised in the United States on Golf Channel, the exclusive cable-television partner of PGA TOUR Champions. Internationally, PGA TOUR Champions coverage is available in more than 170 countries and territories via more than 20 broadcast partners.
About Mitsubishi Electric in the US:
Headquartered in Cypress, CA, US businesses of Mitsubishi Electric Corporation are located across the United States, and support innovation initiatives, provide cooling and heating solutions, power products, automotive equipment, elevators and escalators, industrial automation technology, space and sensing systems, and semiconductor devices. Mitsubishi Electric contributes to a vibrant and sustainable society through continuous innovation and “Making Changes for the Better.” For additional information visit us.mitsubishielectric.com/en.
About Vensure Employer Solutions:
Vensure Employer Solutions is the largest privately held organization in the HR technology and service sector, providing a comprehensive portfolio of global solutions, including HR/HCM technology, managed services and employer of record. The company and its service providers collectively serve over 161,000 businesses and process more than $153 billion in annual payroll. As a “One Employer Solution” headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Vensure helps thousands of businesses streamline and grow their operations with custom strategies that benefit both employers and employees. Find out more by visiting www.vensure.com.
About Northside Hospital:
Northside Hospital is Georgia’s leading healthcare system, serving patients at five acute-care hospitals in Atlanta, Canton, Cumming, Duluth and Lawrenceville and nearly 500 outpatient locations across the state. Northside is nationally recognized for world-class patient care, innovation and clinical excellence. The system leads the U.S. in newborn deliveries and stands among the state’s top providers of cancer care, cardiovascular, sports medicine, neuroscience, robotics and surgical services. Learn more at northside.com.
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