Established in loving memory of Erin Trujeque (November 5, 1972- September 21, 1985), this award winning event has raised millions of dollars to help New Mexico’s children with cancer and their families cope with the day-to-day needs of living with and fighting cancer. At the age of eleven, shortly after he had competed in the Junior World Golf Tournament, Erin was diagnosed with cancer. His wish to help all kids battling cancer, as he did, continues through the Erin Trujeque Memorial.
Now in its forty-first year, through the proceeds of the tournament the Children’s Cancer Fund of New Mexico provides for the needs of children with cancer and their families. Countless children have smiled as a result of receiving a bravery award in the form of a toy or gift card after a treatment or painful procedure. Countless families have been assisted with day-to-day needs so that they could concentrate on helping their child fight cancer. Hundreds of students who have been treated for childhood cancer have received scholarships to continue their education beyond high school... giving them hope for a brighter future…..a tribute to Erin, a young man whose generous, thoughtful and courageous nature lives on to help kids with cancer.
