RASM Commercial Real Estate Alliance Raises $25,561 at Annual Golf Tournament

The Commercial Real Estate Alliance (CREA) of the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM) raised an impressive $25,561.01 during its 24th Annual Golf Tournament, held on October 27, 2025, at the historic Sara Bay Country Club.

This signature event brought together commercial real estate professionals and community supporters for a day of friendly competition, networking, and philanthropy — all in support of two meaningful local causes: the Pines of Sarasota Foundation and the RASM REALTORS® Charitable Foundation (RRCF). Each organization will receive $12,780.50 to further their missions of service and community support.

“We’re deeply grateful to be chosen as a beneficiary of the CREA Golf Outing. Every gift helps ensure compassionate, high-quality care for our residents and supports the caregivers who make that possible. This partnership reflects the power of community coming together to make a lasting difference.”
— Andrea Stephens, President, Pines of Sarasota Foundation

Supporting Local Impact

The Pines of Sarasota Foundation provides vital support for compassionate senior care, caregiver education, and essential services that enhance quality of life for residents and their families. Funds raised through the tournament will help sustain key initiatives such as the Mission Fund and nursing scholarships, ensuring that those in need continue to receive high-quality care.

The RASM REALTORS® Charitable Foundation (RRCF) is the 501(c)(3) philanthropic arm of RASM, supporting housing-related nonprofits, local students, and members in need across Sarasota and Manatee counties. Since its establishment in 2020, the Foundation has invested more than $450,000 in scholarships, community grants, and disaster relief efforts. In 2025 alone, the RRCF awarded $45,000 in grants to nine local nonprofits, $42,000 in scholarships to 21 students, and provided $21,500 in assistance to RASM members facing personal hardship.

A Day on the Green

Hosted at Sara Bay Country Club, a Donald Ross-designed course known for its challenging layout and historic charm, this year’s tournament drew strong participation from across Sarasota and Manatee’s commercial real estate community. Attendees enjoyed 18 holes of golf, a boxed lunch, and a post-round reception featuring food, drinks, and awards.

In addition to a successful online auction, guests also took part in an in-person raffle held during the reception, featuring exclusive prizes donated by community partners. Proceeds from both the auction and raffle directly supported this year’s charitable beneficiaries.

About CREA and RASM

The Commercial Real Estate Alliance (CREA) is a special interest group of the REALTOR® Association of Sarasota and Manatee (RASM), serving commercial real estate practitioners through education, networking, and advocacy.

For more information about CREA, the RASM REALTORS® Charitable Foundation, or the Pines of Sarasota Foundation, visit www.MyRASM.com.