PITTSBURGH, October 22, 2024 — GNC, the leading health, wellness, and performance brand, proudly announced today the success of the GNC Live Well Foundation’s 18th Annual Charity Golf Outing. Held at the prestigious Truesdale Country Club, the two-day event welcomed over 200 attendees and raised more than $830,000. The funds will support the Foundation’s mission to empower health and wellness initiatives and provide resources for GNC employees across its 2,300+ stores whenever they are in need.
The GNC Live Well Foundation is dedicated to improving overall wellness through partnerships with causes that resonate with GNC’s commitment to helping people Live Well. This year’s golf outing marked another significant milestone by amassing its largest funding effort in history and will support GNC’s vision of providing lasting support to communities and employees alike.
“We are beyond grateful for the generosity and dedication shown by our golfers, sponsors, and supporters,” said Michael Costello, CEO of GNC. “Events like our annual golf outing reinforce GNC’s unwavering commitment to health and wellness. The funds raised will allow us to continue making a meaningful impact in the lives of our employees and communities, aligning perfectly with our mission to help people Live Well.”
Rebecca Gardner, Chairperson of the GNC Live Well Foundation, echoed the sentiment: “Each year, this event gets bigger and better, and we couldn’t do it without the incredible support from our participants and partners. The funds raised will not only further our health and wellness initiatives but will also provide much-needed support to our dedicated employees when they face unexpected challenges.”
The GNC Live Well Foundation remains committed to supporting initiatives that promote wellness, including its partnerships with the American Diabetes Association, Susan G. Komen Association, and the Best of the Batch Foundation.
About GNC’s Live Well Foundation
The GNC Live Well Foundation is dedicated to promoting health and wellness in communities across the nation. Through strategic partnerships and charitable initiatives, the foundation supports individuals, families, and organizations that champion wellness, providing the resources needed to live healthier, happier lives. Whether it’s through community programs or employee assistance grants, the Live Well Foundation is committed to making a positive, lasting impact on the physical and mental well-being of those we serve.
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Nick Sero
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