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The year, 2021, is coming to a close. Therefore, I would like to thank the McGregor Board of Directors (in particular Stacey Feeney for her tireless efforts over all these years), our Volunteers, and our Vendor/Donors for their friendship, time and their dedication that has allowed us to thrive during these difficult times and over the past 20 years. I would especially like to thank all the golfers, donors and sponsors that have shown their support for the Foundation, the Members of Public Safty and our Community since that tragic day in 2001. We would also like to thank Roger Williams University for managing and supporting the McGregor Endowment at RWU.

During this holiday season, let’s all stand shoulder to shoulder in support of our Police Officers, our Fire Fighters, our EMS workers and all the healthcare professionals, our Communities and our children. Let them all know how much they are appreciated for their sacrifices, and loved because we are all one big family with the same goal – keeping everyone safe and secure on our streets, in our homes and businesses, and in our schools.

Again, thank you all, and until we meet down the road in 2022, stay safe and be happy.

“LANG MAY YER LUM REEK”.

– Walter Barlow (EPPD Ret./President)

(For more information, or if you have a charity or project that supports youth activities or challenges, please, feel free to contact us through our website)

Tomorrow, Sept. 13th, the friends and family of Major Alister Crawford McGregor will gather for the 20th time to celebrate his life…a life that tragically ended abruptly and without warning. This gathering, however, falls in the shadows of the many great men and women we’ve lost. It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of Sgt. Gino Caputo of the Barrington RI Police Department, this weekend, from his battle with Covid-19. Please, keep Gino, his family and friends, and our brothers and sisters of the Barrington PD.

This year’s Tournament is dedicated to Sgt. Gino Caputo and Connecticut State Police Sgt. Brian Mohl. Sgt. Mohl died when his cruiser was swept up by the recent flood waters in Hurricane Ida’s destructive path. Our hearts and prayers go out to his friends and family, and his law enforcement brothers and sisters of the State of Connecticut. Rest In Peace, Sergeants Caputo and Mohl. Missing you will be the hardest part.

Support and defend the members of public safety in your state and community…because that’s what they do for you. Never forget.

The McGregor Foundation will be holding our Major Alister C. McGregor 20^th Memorial Golf Tournament on Monday, September 13th, 2021 at Crestwood Country Club. Registration begins at 7AM with a shotgun start at 8AM. Anyone interested in entering a foursome should go to www.mcgregormemorial.org and send an email to the Board.

Foursomes are assigned on a first-come basis. So, don’t wait to contact us. See why this is the best, time-tested golf outing in this region. If you would like to donate a check or raffle prize, please, forward it to:

The McGregor Fund
105 Waterman Avenue.
East Providence, RI 02914

Please help us support local youth sports and education programs, the RI Special Olympics, the McGregor Endowment at Roger Williams University and other worthy, youth-based projects. Thank you to all our Sponsors, Donors and Golfers. Your unwavering support for the Foundation demonstrates how much you value and appreciate the sacrifices and work of your local, state and federal public safety professionals. We appreciate you for helping us keep the memory and legacy of this man, Alister McGregor, alive. Major McGregor made the ultimate sacrifice while planning and training to protect our community and, in particular, our children. 

Never forget our heroes.

The McGregor Tournament is full. There are 162 golfers and play will run approximately a 1/2 hour slower than our normal, relatively quick pace. As a result of the numbers, there will be two golfers to a cart. Some carts are equipped with plexiglass partitions and single carts will be made available upon request and based on availability.

Registration starts on 9/14 at 7AM with a shotgun start at 8AM. There will be coffee and donuts in the morning. Soda, water and Power Aid courtesy of Coca Cola on the course. Lunch will be served on a yet to be designated hole or location. A buffet will be served on the open-air patio shortly after play has ended. Guests must have a mask for designated gathering areas. In order to limit contact with volunteers and registrars, golfers are being asked to, please, designate a member of your foursome that will remit greens fees and collect your groups Tournament Bags containing McGregor Swag and gift coupons.

We encourage everyone to visit the Sponsors And Donors page at mcgregormemorial.org, and to patronize the businesses that make this the largest and best Public Safety and Community golf tournament in Southern New England I would like to thank all our Golfers, and our Tee Sponsors and Donors, who have once again overwhelmed us with your generosity, support and commitment to our Rhode Island Communities and Public Safety Professionals, and helping us to keep the memory and legacy of Alister C. McGregor alive for the past 19 years.

Good Morning, Folks,

We are now taking requests for foursomes for the 19th Annual Major Allister C. McGregor Memorial Golf Tournament on September 14th, 2020 to be held at Crestwood Country Club, 90 Wheeler Street, Rehoboth, MA. Tournament registration, on that day, will begin at 7 AM with a shotgun start at 8 AM. There will be coffee and donuts for guests and golfers just prior to, and during, registration. There will be hot dogs and chips at the Turn and a banquet following the end of play. Foursomes are assigned on a first come/first served basis. The Tournament is always has a full field of golfers. Therefore, please submit your request for your foursome along with their names to acmmf5@mcgregormemorial.org and mail your entry fee ($500 for a foursome) to:

The McGregor Memorial Fund
105 Waterman Avenue #287
East Providence, RI 02914.

You may also request an individual spot ($125) and be added to our substitute list.

At this time, as a result of recent healthcare and public safety concerns, the Board of Directors is still determining any additional events, gifts and prizes for that day. Save-The-Date postcards have been sent to our partners, donors and sponsors. However, we have not made a request for donations based on the hardships that these businesses, their families, their employees, and all of our partners have had to deal with as a result of the Covid-19 epidemic. if anyone wishes to send a gift or donation, at this time, it will be greatly appreciated by us and those we support. Donations can
be sent to: The McGregor Memorial Fund, 105 Waterman Avenue #287, East Providence, RI 02914. You may also pledge a donation for delivery on the day of the Tournament. We would like to thank our past Sponsors and Donors, and ask that you (our friends and families) patronize the businesses these generous folks.

Thank you to all. We look forward to seeing you on September 14th, or some time down the road. Until then, we pray that you and all your loved-ones stay happy and safe.

Walter H. Barlow, Jr.
President – The ACM Memorial Foundation