Employee Assistance Fund
In 2014, a group of Carmel members banded together to find a way to give back to the Carmel team members who make the Club a wonderful place to be. While front-facing team members were able to create relationships with members, those who worked behind the scenes often were left out of the fold.
Following Hurricane Florence in 2018, the EAF Board moved to expand the assistance beyond scholarships to include emergency relief for those who experienced a catastrophic life event that hindered their ability to meet everyday expenses. In 2019, the program was expanded again to include student loan repayments.
A board of trustees and a scholarship selection committee oversee fundraising, maintain records, conduct interviews and award funds. The EAF is an established 501(c)(3) not for profit entity which ensures that all donations are tax deductible and used as intended.
The EAF Board has worked closely with the Club to ensure sustainable and ongoing funding for the team members who call Carmel home. Since 2014, nearly $300,000 in scholarships, $66,000 in student loan payments, and $80,000 in emergency relief have been awarded.
One of the EAF's best known fundraisers is the 47 ChariTee concert which has been headlined by international artists such as Cole Swindell, Old Dominion, Darius Rucker, Lady A, 38 Special, The Brothers Osbourne and The Black Crowes. Additionally, the Club hosts a charity golf tournament where members and team members get to team up for a fun day on the course.
Concerts Golf Fundraising
Applications are available for scholarship, student loan repayment and emergency relief. Scholarship applications are available in May and Student Loan Repayment applications are available in December. Emergency Relief applications are always available.
With questions, please contact Director of Human Resources, Karen Rose at [email protected]The EAF Board has worked to find ways to create sustainable and planned donations so that they can continue to meet the needs of the team. Since the EAF is a 501(c)(3), members are also able to give additionally through donor advised funds. To utilize corporate matching, please share the match requirements of your employer with our treasurer, Philip Cope, at [email protected].
