Packers' Leroy Butler backs Junior Achievement in Eau Claire Wisconsin
EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (WLAX/WEUX) – Community leaders, business professionals and more are gathering on the green to support students Thursday.
It's all for Junior Achievement of Northwest Wisconsin's 29th Annual Golf Outing.
A special guest, Green Bay Packers legend Leroy Butler took part in the fun. It's a big collaboration between community partners, businesses and several volunteers. In total, nearly 150 golfers showed up for the event.
Junior Achievement is hoping to raise $70,000.
Junior Achievement says money raised during the event will go toward its programs that teach financial literacy and skills to students across the region.
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