TUSCALOOSA, AL – Jan. 22, 2024 – AFFLINK hosted its annual golf classic on Jan. 15 at the Grayhawk Golf Club in Scottsdale, AZ. The tournament raised over $110,000 for City of Hope, a National Cancer Institute (NCI)-designated comprehensive cancer center.

In support of the event, over 80 golfers were in attendance, representing Member distributor and Supplier companies from a range of industries including Industrial Packaging, Hygiene, Facility Maintenance, Food Service, Safety, and Office Supply Solutions.

“Each year we are inspired to learn about the advancements City of Hope is making in eradicating cancer and diabetes, and we’re proud to once again support their efforts and to promote their mission across our industry,” said Michael Wilson, President & CEO of AFFLINK. “I am honored that our company can play even a small part in helping them achieve such a worthwhile goal.”

City of Hope is one of only 54 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S. The NCI designation recognizes excellence in treatment, research, and expertise to address the many facets of the disease. They are also a founding member of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN), reflecting their national leadership in advancing research and treatment. NCCN member institutions are recognized for their world-renowned experts and for treating complex, rare, and aggressive forms of cancer.

To date, AFFLINK and its partners have helped raise more than $800,000 throughout its six-year partnership with the City of Hope organization.