5th Annual FORE! The Love of Animals Golf Tournament Presented By Sandestin Investments

Alaqua Animal Refuge invites the community to save the date for the 5th Annual FORE! The Love of Animals Golf Tournament, presented by Sandestin Investments, returning to the Links Golf Club at Sandestin on Saturday, May 9, 2026. This signature fundraising event brings together golfers, animal advocates, and community leaders for a day where every swing supports rescue, care, and second chances for animals in need.
 

Set against the scenic backdrop of Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, the tournament blends a premier golf experience with purpose-driven impact. Funds raised directly support Alaqua Animal Refuge’s lifesaving rescue operations, veterinary care, rehabilitation, and adoption programs throughout the Southeast.

 

“The FORE! The Love of Animals golf tournament has always been about bringing people together for a great cause, but this year feels especially meaningful,” said Laurie Hood, Founder of Alaqua Animal Refuge. “The seven remaining Hurricane Milton dogs are a powerful symbol of why Alaqua exists - to be there when animals have nowhere else to go. As we return to The Links Golf Club for the fourth consecutive year, we are deeply grateful to our presenting sponsor, Sandestin Investments, whose partnership makes this event possible. Together, we’re pairing an incredible day on the course with a renewed call to action: adopt, support, and help us finish the journey for these dogs who survived the storm and are now ready for loving homes.”

 

Event Details:

• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026

• Location: The Links Golf Club at Sandestin

• Address: 165 Sandestin Blvd N, Miramar Beach, FL 32550

• Deadline to Register: Monday, May 4, 2026 

Registration Information:

• Teams of 4 (individual players will be paired)

• Includes 18 holes with a cart, boxed lunch, 2 drink tickets, and "Pups & Pours" after party

• Fast Fetch Pricing: $750 per team of four (February 16 - March 9, 2026)

• Fee: $250 per individual, $850 per team of four 
 

During the Fast Fetch Pricing window, team registrations are available for $750 per team of four (regular team pricing is $850). Fast Fetch Pricing applies to team registrations only and is available through March 9. 

 

Tournament Highlights

• 18 holes of championship golf

• Scramble format with a shotgun start

• On-course contests, raffles, and awards

• "Pups & Pours" after party
 

FORE! The Love of Animals Golf Tournament is proudly presented by: The Agency - Northwest Florida Beaches, Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort, and Hotel Effie Sandestin, Autograph Collection. 

 

For more information on sponsorship, registration, or event details, please visit https://app.eventcaddy.com/events/2026-fore-the-love-of-animals.