A little friendly competition can make a meaningful difference. ⛳
Members of the Deschutes Investment Consulting Corporate Retirement Plan Team recently joined Swanson Group Inc. for its Annual Operation Christmas Golf Tournament, a fundraising event supporting Operation Christmas and its work providing holiday gifts to children in need. Last year, Operation Christmas helped support 230 children, making the annual event about much more than a day on the golf course.
For Deschutes, participating was also an opportunity to support an organization we work closely with and a cause that matters to its employees and community.
What Is the Operation Christmas Golf Tournament?
The Swanson Group Annual Operation Christmas Golf Tournament is a charitable golf event that brings together employees, business partners and community members to raise money for Operation Christmas.
Funds raised through the tournament help Operation Christmas provide holiday gifts to children who may otherwise go without them.
The event combines a day of golf and friendly competition with a larger purpose: bringing people together to support children and families during the holiday season.
Supporting Children Through Operation Christmas
For many families, the holidays can bring additional financial pressure. Community programs like Operation Christmas help make sure more children have something special waiting for them during the holiday season.
Last year, 230 children received support through Operation Christmas.
That impact is one of the reasons we're proud to participate in an event that helps Swanson Group continue this tradition of giving.
Building Relationships Beyond Retirement Plans
At Deschutes Investment Consulting, our work with organizations often begins with retirement plans—but the relationships we build extend well beyond plan meetings and investment reviews.
Our Corporate Retirement Plan Team works alongside employers to help them manage workplace retirement programs, navigate fiduciary responsibilities and support employees as they prepare for their financial futures.
Over time, those professional relationships become an opportunity to better understand the businesses, people and communities we serve.
Participating in Swanson Group's Operation Christmas Golf Tournament is one small way our team can step outside of our day-to-day work and support something that matters to an organization we are fortunate to work alongside.
A Great Day for an Even Better Cause
We're grateful to Swanson Group Inc. for bringing employees, partners and friends together for another successful Operation Christmas Golf Tournament. We enjoyed the friendly competition, the time together and, most importantly, the opportunity to help support Operation Christmas and the children it serves.
We look forward to seeing the impact of this year's efforts, and hopefully getting another round in next year.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swanson Group's Operation Christmas Golf Tournament?
Swanson Group's Annual Operation Christmas Golf Tournament is a charitable golf event that raises funds for Operation Christmas. The tournament brings together employees, business partners and community members to help support children in need during the holiday season.
What is Operation Christmas?
Operation Christmas is a nonprofit initiative that helps provide holiday gifts to children in need. Last year, the program supported 230 children through the generosity of donors, participants and community partners.
How does the golf tournament support Operation Christmas?
The annual golf tournament serves as a fundraiser for Operation Christmas. Participation and support for the event help raise money that can be used to provide holiday gifts to children served by the program.
Why did Deschutes Investment Consulting participate in the tournament?
Deschutes Investment Consulting participated as part of our ongoing relationship with Swanson Group and our commitment to supporting the organizations and communities we serve. Members of our Corporate Retirement Plan Team joined the tournament to help support Operation Christmas while spending time with Swanson Group employees, partners and other participants.
What does Deschutes Investment Consulting do for retirement plan sponsors?
Deschutes Investment Consulting provides retirement plan consulting and advisory services to employers and plan sponsors. Our team helps organizations navigate areas including retirement plan investments, fiduciary responsibilities, plan governance, participant education and ongoing plan management.
Does Deschutes Investment Consulting work with Oregon employers?
Yes. Deschutes Investment Consulting has offices in Portland and Bend, Oregon, and works with employers and organizations throughout Oregon and beyond. Since 1997, our team has helped organizations navigate retirement plans and make informed decisions for the employees and participants they serve.
How can an employer learn more about Deschutes' retirement plan consulting services?
Employers interested in evaluating their current retirement plan, fiduciary process or participant experience can contact Deschutes Investment Consulting to learn more about our Corporate Retirement Plan consulting services. More information about Deschutes Services can be found HERE.