TAYLOR, LACKAWANNA COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — More than 100 golfers took their swings Sunday to help local children who are critically ill.
The Third Annual Bogeys for Burkey Tournament was held in memory of Frank Burke, a Scranton native who had a positive influence on his community.
30 teams of golfers turned out at Pine Hills Golf Club in Taylor for the fundraiser.
The 37-year-old Scranton native passed away in 2021 after he was stricken ill.
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Money raised from the event benefits the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
"Be like Frank. He was one of the greatest human beings that ever lived and this is just our way to continue to give it back to the community, and it's a good feeling," said Bogeys for Burkey Organizer Liam Boylan.
"We've done so much good over the last two years for local kids who are in need and to bring a smile into their lives when they've been going through some really hard times," said Shane Cawley, an Organizer for Bogeys for Burkey.
In the past two years, the event helped bring funding to make 18 Wishes possible in Lackawanna County.
The event also benefited The Farmhouse Sanctuary in Wayne County.
