01/12/2025
We are humbled to share the story behind Par for Purpose, an incredible charity Golf Competition created by Scott Whitaker - set to tee of on 13th Feb 2026.
2023 was an unimaginably difficult year for Scott and his whānau.
In January, Scott’s dad received a terminal cancer diagnosis and was given eight weeks to live. He passed away three weeks later on January 23rd, leaving the family heartbroken.
Just a few months later, in early April, Scott and his wife visited his mum and found her unwell. Within days, they learned she too had terminal cancer. She survived seven weeks before passing away.
Scott shares that both his mum and dad spent their final days under the care of Hospice Southland, and during that time, our team was able to support his parents and his entire family with the compassion, dignity, and aroha they deserved.
Scotts gratitude for that support is what inspired him to create Par for Purpose - his way of giving back and saying thank you for the care shown to his mum, dad, and wider family.
Join in the fun on Friday, 13th February!
Register a team, make a donation, or donate a prize - every contribution helps continue the work we do for our Southland community.
To support the event or learn more, you can reach Scott at parforpurpose@gmail.com
