Swinging for a Cause: Acrisure Fall Golf Classic Raises More Than $302,000

The 2026 Acrisure Fall Golf Classic for Blythedale celebrated a picture-perfect day on the links for the annual event  which has raised more than $5 million over the years for crucial programs at Blythedale Children’s Hospital.

This long-standing fundraiser for the Hospital dates back to 1996 and has grown significantly since longtime Blythedale supporter Carmine Lippolis took on the role of event chair over 20 years ago. 

Golfers and sponsors helped bring in more than $302,000 for the Hospital's unique Day Hospital, which provides multidisciplinary care and education to children who are well enough to live at home, but still require a high level of medical care that isn't otherwise provided in their school or community.

"There's nothing like the magic that happens by watching the kids who come in each and every day because they need intense rehab services and support we provide these families," said Blythedale President and CEO Dr. Nathaniel Beers. "It allows them to stay at home and be at home and that is one of the things that's special about Blythedale."

During the evening program, attendees also heard from Sarah FitzSimmons. Her daughter, Autumn is thriving in Blythedale's Day Hospital. 

For Acrisure, being a title sponsor, is meaningful to their organization, as is giving back to their community. Brian Colby, Managing Partner of the New York Region, shared his reason for returning every year. 

"While it's a great day on the golf course, we're ot here just to play golf, we're here because of the kids," said Colby. "I can't thank you enough for making this such an unbelievable day and showing up."