Community Housing Network golf outing returns July 24 to support housing stability

Community Housing Network will host its fourth annual Connecting Fore a Cause golf outing on July 24 in Clarkston to raise money for housing assistance, homelessness prevention and affordable housing across Michigan. More than 92 golfers have already signed up, and the event is nearing capacity.

Why it matters: - Community Housing Network’s golf outing raises money for programs that help families avoid displacement and stay housed. - The fundraiser supports people with disabilities, children, families and others facing housing instability across Michigan. - In 2025, Community Housing Network helped 23,446 people, including more than 7,500 children, remain housed or find stable homes. - Community Housing Network said $13.2 million invested locally helped keep families in place, supported people with disabilities living in the community and helped individuals regain footing during difficult moments.

What happened: - Community Housing Network will host the fourth annual Connecting Fore a Cause on Friday, July 24, at Fountains Golf & Banquet in Clarkston. - Oakwood Construction is the presenting sponsor. - The event is expected to bring together more than 100 golfers, business leaders and community supporters. - More than 92 golfers have already registered, and fewer than eight foursomes remain.

The details: - The outing includes an 18-hole scramble. - Attendees will also get a Bloody Mary and mimosa bar, breakfast, a strolling lunch, a dinner buffet, a yacht rock DJ, prizes, games and networking. - Foursomes cost $600. - Individual golfer registration costs $150. - Sponsorships start at $250. - Registration and sponsorships are available at the event page. - Fountains Golf & Banquet is at 6060 Maybee Rd. in the Village of Clarkston. - Community Housing Network also noted that past event photos are available online.

Between the lines: - The outing is more than a social fundraiser for Community Housing Network; it is a revenue source for core housing services. - The sponsorship model gives local businesses a way to support the mission while networking with community leaders and golfers. - The event reflects a broader push to link housing stability with community investment, not just emergency response.

What's next: - Community Housing Network will use proceeds from the outing to support homelessness prevention, housing assistance, affordable housing development, essential resource connections and housing advocacy. - The organization says it has developed six affordable living communities across metro Detroit and is building or has built additional communities statewide in cities including Sault Ste. Marie, Petoskey and Port Huron. - Community Housing Network says it will continue expanding affordable housing and stability programs for vulnerable residents across the region.