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Putt Fore Purpose: Optimum gives back

For every putt made, Optimum will add to a donation pool benefiting FIRST Long Island - a nonprofit organization that inspires young people to become leaders in STEM-related fields.

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Sep 26, 2025, 6:10 AM

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Optimum is chipping in to help aspiring STEM students in our area.

On News 12's social channels, Erin Colton will invite our Ryder Cup guests to Putt Fore Purpose on our remote studio putting green.

For every putt made, Optimum will add to a donation pool benefiting FIRST Long Island - a nonprofit organization that inspires young people to become leaders in STEM-related fields.

PUTT FORE PURPOSE GOAL: $10,000

RAISED SO FAR: $5,000

Larry Schwartz, the chairman of the Ryder Cup, got it in two tries!

Bethpage State Park Director Scott Matson wins some money for a good cause!

Joseph Garcia, the president of Farmingdale Chamber of Commerce, had a great attempt:

Frank Langro, one of the members of the Board of Directors of FIRST Long Island putted for a good cause!

NYS Parks Commissioner Pro Team Randy Simons had a great try!

Jeff Price, the chief commercial officer of PGA of America and Sea Cliff resident, putts for a purpose:

Bethpage Black Golf Pro Justin Koff putts for a purpose on the first try:

Great attempt by Supervisor of the Town of Oyster Bay Joseph Saladino:

Interim President and CEO of Discover Long Island Mitch Pally tried to putt, but missed his shot.

Championship Director Bryan Karns joined Erin Colton this morning:

Troop L Commander Major Stephen Udice putts for a good cause:

Frank Langro, one of the members of the Board of Directors of FIRST Long Island, talks Erin Colton about the organization:

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