The CalvertHealth Foundation proudly hosted its 37th Annual Benefit Golf Classic, presented by Networking Concepts and Silva Contracting, at The Cannon Club in Lothian on May 11, 2026—raising more than $140,000 in support of women’s health services at CalvertHealth.
This year’s tournament welcomed more than 160 participants, including golfers and volunteers, all united in support of the Foundation’s Women’s Health Initiative. The Golf Classic continues to be one of the region’s most successful fundraising events, bringing together community leaders, sponsors and supporters committed to advancing high-quality healthcare in Southern Maryland.
Proceeds from the event will directly support the advancement of women’s health services, ensuring that patients and families across Calvert County and beyond have access to exceptional, compassionate care close to home. Since its inception in 1990, the Benefit Golf Classic has raised more than $2 million, helping fund critical patient care equipment and vital hospital services at CalvertHealth Medical Center.
Foundation Board Trustee and Golf Committee Chair Maria Icaza of Dunkin’/The Prince Frederick Group shared, “It is an honor to be part of this incredible annual event, which continues to grow year after year thanks to the dedication and generosity of our community. We are deeply grateful to our sponsors and golfers—this tournament would not be possible without their support.”
Jeremy Bradford added, “Because of your support, we are able to expand and strengthen women’s health services—ensuring access to high-quality care for the patients and families who rely on us every day.” That commitment to excellence is reflected in CalvertHealth’s recent achievements. The organization has earned an “A” Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade while also receiving a 5-star rating from CMS—a distinction held by approximately 100 hospitals nationwide.
In total, 152 golfers took to the green making up two flights. The winner of the first flight was Steve Keithley, Nick Holden, Ben Ricker, and Joey Dilodovico. Dale Gertz, Rodney Gertz, Patrick Dodson, and Taylor Debord took the top prize on the second flight. Other top winners included Will Packer who won Closest to the Pin—Men, Helen Mulford who won Closest to the Pin—Women, Matt Silva won the Longest Drive—Men, Helen Mulford who won the Longest Drive—Women, B.J. Peterson who won the Putting Contest and Willy C. who won the Helicopter Ball Drop.
Amy Phillips, Executive Director of the CalvertHealth Foundation, extended her sincere appreciation to the many sponsors who made the event possible, including: AAA Transport; American Radiology Services; Todd and Mary Smith with Chick-fil-A Prince Frederick; ARG; Armstrong, Donohue, Ceppos, Vaughan & Rhoades, Chtd.; Asbury Solomons; Center for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine; City National Bank; CMI General Contractors; BK Miller/Colt Miller; Compass One Healthcare; Constellation; Dunkin’/The Prince Frederick Group; Elite Excavating and Septic Service, LLC; Empire Graphics; Signs & Lighting; Fit Living in Progress; Hancock Daniel, LLC; Idea Solutions; InterMed; Jim Fleshman; KAIROS; KG Sheet Metal Services, LLC; Networking Concepts; PCM Services; Quality Built Homes; RCM&D; Unison Risk Advisors; Servpro of St. Mary’s and Calvert; Sheppard Pratt; Silva Contracting; SMECO; Sunny and Steve Keithley; TCC Project Management; The Concord Advisory Group; The Mark Frisco Team of CENTURY 21 New Millennium; The Riverview Group; TheBayNet.com; US Acute Care Solutions; Waldorf Ford; Wilmot Sanz; and Wilson & Parlett.
The winning team of the first flight. Pictured from left to right: Steve Keithley, Joey Dilodovico, Nick Holden, and Ben Ricker.
The winning team of the second flight. Pictured from left to right: Taylor Debord, Rodney Gertz, Patrick Dodson, and Dale Gertz.
The excitement was sky high at the 37th Annual CalvertHealth Benefit Golf Classic as hundreds of golf balls rained down during the first-ever Helicopter Ball Drop at The Cannon Club! Congratulations to Willy C., who took home the grand prize and thank you to everyone who participated in support of Women’s Health at CalvertHealth. Special thanks to Constellation for sponsoring this unforgettable event. Watch the full Helicopter Ball Drop video here!