Drive: Our advancement depends on it. It’s an intangible but readily recognizable force that fuels all human progress. Whether the journey takes us through corporate boardrooms, fundamental biology labs, or both, it doesn’t begin in the first place without the drive of dedicated individuals. That drive—and many others—was on full display this month at Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory’s (CSHL’s) 31st Annual Golf Tournament.
For the second year in a row, the event raised nearly $700,000 for CSHL’s cutting-edge biology research and education programs. Despite a rainy forecast, more than 300 golfers and supporters attended the Tournament festivities on June 17, 2025, in Locust Valley, NY. After the close of play at the Piping Rock Club and Creek Club, attendees gathered at Piping Rock for a ceremonial dinner, raffle, and live auction.
The 2025 honoree, Errol Kitt, warmed the hearts of all in attendance as he spoke about his personal connections to CSHL and the crucial importance of the Laboratory’s work. Kitt first joined the Laboratory community as a member of the CSHL Corporate Advisory Board and was elected to the CSHL Association Board of Directors in 2021. Since becoming involved at the Lab, he has not missed a single Board meeting. Outside of his dedicated philanthropy work, Kitt is Vice President of GEI Consultants, an international firm specializing in environmental, geotechnical, water resources, waterfront infrastructure, and ecological engineering. Under his leadership, GEI planned the reconstruction of CSHL’s historic seawall and has been a key contributor to the Laboratory’s ongoing expansion through the Foundations for the Future initiative.
Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory’s Annual Golf Tournament is made possible through the support of the CSHL Corporate Advisory Board and the CSHL Association. Corporate Advisory Board President Eddie Chernoff chaired the event, with additional support from the following:
Double Helix Sponsors
- Janet and Fred Baron
- Ginny and Errol Kitt
- CSHL Board Chair Marilyn Simons
Platinum Sponsors
- Pat Petersen and Daniel Gale Sotheby’s International Realty
- The Polk Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management
- Kristin and Dustin Smith
- Peter Tilles
To learn more about the Annual Golf Tournament or become involved in next year’s event, contact CSHL’s Sarah Kitt at kitt@cshl.edu or 516-367-6808.
Written by: Communications Department | publicaffairs@cshl.edu | 516-367-8455