Posted: Tuesday, December 22, 2015

Chelo’s has once again selected The Providence Center to receive the proceeds of their charity golf tournament held at Cranston Country Club. The 28th annual Charity Golf Classic was a success, drawing over 100 golfers and earning $8,365.31.

The Providence Center specializes in mental health and addiction treatment in Rhode Island, and has been helping people from all walks of life since 1969. The money raised will go toward strengthening their 40+ programs and supporting new ways to reach those who need help.

Erica Donnelly (pictured with Craig and Glenn Chelo), TPC’s annual campaign manager, expressed the organization’s gratitude toward the Chelo family. “Their generous donation will help ensure The Providence Center is able to continue to provide critical mental health and addiction treatment to thousands of Rhode Islanders in crisis,” Donnelly said.

Since 1955, the locally-owned restaurant chain has been supporting Rhode Island communities. The Chelo family is proud to give back. “We’re touched by the mission of The Providence Center,” said restaurateur Craig Chelo. “It is our pleasure to donate the proceeds from our 28th Annual Charity Golf Classic to them, so that together we can help those most in need.”