FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Great Oak Digital Sponsors The 2nd Annual LARS Open Mini Golf Event to Support Community Housing and Homeless Services
LAUREL, MD – July 16, 2025 – Great Oak Digital, a premier Managed Service Provider (MSP) for government, non-profit, and commercial organizations, today announced its official sponsorship of the LARS Open: A Mini Golf Event. The event, which benefits Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services (LARS), will be held on today (Tuesday, July 16th), at the popular Laurel Golf Center.
This sponsorship underscores Great Oak Digital’s steadfast commitment to community empowerment and economic support within Maryland. It follows their recent participation in the Maryland Black Chamber of Commerce’s 10th Anniversary Golf Tournament, further cementing the company’s dedication to investing in the communities it serves.
The LARS Open is a key fundraising event for Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services, a non-profit organization that has been a pillar of hope in the Laurel community since 1987. LARS provides essential services to individuals and families facing crisis, including eviction risk, food insecurity, and homelessness. Through its emergency support, permanent supportive housing programs, and self-sufficiency training, LARS empowers clients to achieve stability and long-term well-being.
“Giving back is not just a corporate responsibility; it’s a fundamental part of who we are at Great Oak Digital. We believe that our success is intrinsically linked to the health and prosperity of the communities we service,” said Mikhail Modeste, Chief Financial Officer of Great Oak Digital. “Organizations like LARS are on the front lines, doing the critical work that builds a stronger, more resilient community for everyone. Supporting them is not a choice, but a privilege. We are honored to partner with LARS and contribute to their mission of providing stability and hope to our neighbors in need.”
Funds raised from the LARS Open will directly support the organization’s comprehensive programs, which assist more than 1,500 households annually. The event offers a fun and engaging way for local businesses and community members to contribute to a vital cause.
Great Oak Digital encourages other local businesses and individuals to join them in supporting community organizations like Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services (LARS) that are laser-focused on delivering positive impact in a comprehensive way.
About Great Oak Digital: Founded in 2019, Great Oak Digital, LLC is a leading multi-platform Managed Service Provider (MSP) that specializes in aligning technology with the organizational goals of government agencies, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and small businesses. By providing tailored, reliable, and efficient IT solutions, including managed services, cybersecurity, and cloud infrastructure, Great Oak Digital empowers its partners to streamline operations, enhance productivity, and focus on their core mission.
About Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services (LARS): Since 1987, Laurel Advocacy and Referral Services, Inc. (LARS) has worked to empower individuals and families in the greater Laurel area to achieve stability and long-term self-sufficiency. LARS provides a range of critical services, including a food pantry, eviction prevention assistance, utility assistance, and supportive housing programs to help homeless and low-income community members in crisis.
