Butterfield assists local sporting events

To further sport in Bermuda, Butterfield has contributed $25,000 to two events this month.

Butterfield’s Executive Vice President, Corporate Development, Michael Collins today presented Bermuda Bicycle Association President, Peter Dunne, with a cheque for $10,000 to go towards the 2009 Butterfield Bermuda Grand Prix.

Mr Dunne thanked Butterfield for its generous donation, saying ‘The Bermuda Bicycle Association is thrilled to have Butterfield’s support for this most significant race of our calendar. Having a partner such as Butterfield will allow us to continue the 20 year tradition of the Bermuda Grand Prix that has served to highlight the development of the sport of cycling in Bermuda.’

Butterfield also gave $15,000 to help fund the 5th annual Elbow Beach Celebrity Tennis Classic, scheduled for September 23 to 26 2009 at the Elbow Beach hotel.

Classic Organizer David Lambert said, ‘The Elbow Beach Tennis Classic is currently in its fifth year. Funds from this event are invested in Bermuda’s top junior team players that will partake in the ITF (International Team Federation) world ranking junior tournaments.’

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