The Tyler McLellan Foundation in Wellington is gearing up for its main fundraiser of the year, the Tyler’s Team Charity Poker Classic set for Sunday, March 20 at the Palm Beach Kennel Club. This will be the sixth year that the Palm Beach Kennel Club has hosted the event.
“We are so happy with the relationship that we have developed over the years with the management and staff,” Kevin McLellan said. “They are the greatest and do everything they can to accommodate us to ensure a successful event every year. Since the first event in 2011, this event has grown, and they always want to help to make this event bigger and better for the foundation and the players.”
The event will offer players a complimentary buffet and soft drinks from noon to 1 p.m., along with celebrity bounties and a silent auction. Buy-in is $50 with $20 re-buys and $10 add-ons. The tournament will start at 1 p.m. sharp and pay the top 10 percent of the field. The winner takes home the Tyler’s Cup trophy and a 2016 World Series of Poker event seat, along with a cash prize.
With this year being the event’s sixth year, the foundation will be focusing on the number six with event promotions. “Last year’s event was an amazing event, which surpassed all previous years,” McLellan said. “It was won by Ms. Jackie Stone of Port Saint Lucie, marking the first year a woman has won the event.”
The foundation will also present an “Ultimate 50/50” raffle that will start in January and will be drawn the day of the event. Raffle participants don’t have to be present to win. Tickets are $5 each and six for $20 and will be available through foundation staff and online at www.eventbrite.com.
For sponsor and general information, call Kevin McLellan at (561) 215-3717 or visit www.tylermclellanfoundation.org. A portion of all ticket sales will be donated to a local youth sports organization.
