About Us | Heritage Classic Foundation

A history of giving is the heart of our Heritage

In 1987, a group of Hilton Head residents created the Heritage Classic Foundation to secure the future of the RBC Heritage Presented by Boeing. They did that and more: They turned it into a charitable foundation to enrich the quality of life in South Carolina through matching funds generated by the PGA Tour event. The results launched a legacy of giving.

Since the Foundation came into existence, we’ve raised and donated $65.6 million to local charities. And through the contributions of many, for the betterment of the region, we’re still going strong as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.

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Why we do what we do

Vision
Working together to elevate the long-term economic, social and cultural life of South Carolina.

Mission
Dedicated to hosting a world-class PGA Tour event to raise funds for educational and charitable initiatives, enhancing the quality of life in South Carolina.

Belief
Philanthropy, made possible by the contributions of many, ensures a thriving community.

Purpose
To inspire the people in our region to elevate the long-term economic, social and cultural life in South Carolina.

Passions
Putting our vision into action, Heritage Classic Foundation directs our resources to the following pillars of a healthy community: children’s programs, scholarships, health and welfare, arts and culture, environmental causes, education.

Heritage Classic Foundation Board Members

Officers

Simon Fraser, Chair
Terry Finger, Vice Chair & Treasurer
Bill Miles, Secretary
Steve Wilmot, President & Tournament Director

Voting Trustees

Steve Birdwell
Cary Corbitt
Chris Corkern
Alex Fraser
Marc Grant
Al Kennickell
Pamela Lackey
Tricia Lynch
Mike Manesiotis
Ann McBrien
John ‘JP’ Patterson
Jeff Reilley
Scott Richardson
Charlie Rountree
Doug Smith
Lisa Sulka

Honorary Trustees

Matt Goodwin
Bill Goodwin
Duane Parrish
Mayor Alan Perry

Trustee Emeritus

Paula Harper-Bethea
Charlie Brown (1987 – 2017)
Don Calhoon
Jim Chaffin
Angus Cotton (1987 – 2016)
John Curry (1987 – 2008)
Cartha ‘Deke’ Deloach (1987 – 2013)
Ed Dowaschinski
Charles Fraser (1987 – 2002)
Joseph Fraser, Jr. (1987 – 2014)
Norman Harberger (1987 – 2023)
Ward Kirby (1987 – 2021)
Rick Reichel
Tom Reilley (1987 – 2025)
Mat Self
Stan Smith
John Zimmerman (1987 – 2020)

Advisory Trustee

Sam Bennett
John Farrell

Plaid Partners Committee

Kenneth Frazier
Rob Jordan
Pratt Reed
Tim Zwerner

Palmetto State Initiatives Committee

James Bennett
Baker Elmore
Sara Hazzard
Clint Leach
Benton Montgomery
Cameron Smith Jenkins
Tate Zeigler