$300M Worth Golf Icon Phil Mickelson Once Raised a 7-Figure Amount To ‘Provide Needed Support’ to Worthy Organizations

Published 08/16/2022, 11:30 AM EDT

Phil Mickelson may have been consistently criticized for his move to the LIV Golf in recent times. But the left-handed golfer has always been adored by golf fans. Some love him for his top-quality golf, some love him for his witty character while others respect him for his philanthropic work. Today we look back at when Phil Mickelson and his wife raised $1 million for the people in need.

Throughout his PGA Tour career, Mickelson has always given back to the people. It was because of these good deeds that people still respect Lefty, despite being a defector of the 92-year-old Tour. The golfer founded the Phil and Amy Foundation in 2004. Since then the foundation has contributed and performed several charitable works.

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Back in 2020, the foundation hosted a PGA Tour event at PGA West and the La Quinta Country Club. The main objective of the tournament was to raise funds for the people in need in the Coachella Valley. And it’s safe to say, Mickelson succeeded in achieving the intent.

Phil Mickelson along with his foundation distributed $1 million to 14 charities

Mickelson’s PGA Tour event helped in raising $1 million in charity. Moreover, the funds were then distributed among 14 charities based in the Coachella Valley. The list of charities included Alzheimer’s Association, Boxing Club, Boys and Girls Club, Pegasus Riding Academy, and many more.

A year later, ahead of the 2021 installment of the event, Mickelson shared his thoughts on the funds raised in the 2020’s event. He said, “We were thrilled to raise one million dollars for charities from last year’s event and provide needed support to worthy Coachella Valley organizations.” The 6-time Major Champion then shared his excitement to be the host of the charity event yet again and bring a positive impact on society.

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The 2020 American Express was won by Andrew Landry after defeating the Mexican golfer, Abraham Ancer in the final round. Due to the COVID pandemic, the event was played without any spectators a year later. Kim Si-Woo won that year’s tournament with a final score of -23.

Phil Mickelson along with his wife has raised funds over the years through their foundation. So, it isn’t surprising when the couple raises a 7-figure amount for donation. Because that’s how popular and powerful the personality of the 6 time Major Champion is.

With Mickelson joining LIV Golf, do you think he will make donations more frequently now? Let us know in the comments section below.

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Abdul Bari is a Golf writer at EssentiallySports. Having completed his Bachelor’s in Business Administration, Abdul is currently pursuing his Master’s in the same. With great affection for the world of sports, this avid golf lover turned to the course at a young age.

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Manaal Siddiqui

$300M Worth Golf Icon Phil Mickelson Once Raised a 7-Figure Amount To ‘Provide Needed Support’ to Worthy Organizations

Phil Mickelson along with his foundation distributed $1 million to 14 charities

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