Flag football tradition at Fluor Field raises funds for Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County and Shriners Children’s Greenville through competitive play and community spirit
GREENVILLE, S.C., Oct. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —Â Greenville-based private equity firm Broadstreet Global hosted its fourth annual Charity Classic flag football tournament on October 16, uniting hundreds from the Upstate business community for an afternoon of friendly competition, camaraderie, and giving back. This year’s event raised $100,000 in support of two organizations central to Greenville’s social fabric: Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County, which builds pathways to affordable homeownership for working families, and Shriners Children’s Greenville, which has provided world-class pediatric specialty care regardless of ability to pay since 1927.
Fluor Field, the award-winning home of the Greenville Drive that helped catalyze the city’s downtown transformation when it opened in 2006, provided the backdrop for an afternoon that felt equal parts tailgate party and community celebration. Teams representing Broadstreet, the two nonprofit beneficiaries, Contender Development, and A3 Communications faced off in spirited competition while spectators enjoyed food, entertainment, and the welcoming atmosphere that has made the ballpark a beloved, local landmark.
Throughout the tournament, Broadstreet Global amplified the giving through its signature touchdown pledge, donating for every score and adding an extra element of excitement to each play. The initiative has become a defining feature of the Charity Classic, turning every touchdown into tangible community support.
“Homeownership is the foundation for so much of what we hope for our families: stability, opportunity, and the chance to build generational wealth,” said LaTonya Phillips, President and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greenville County. “Events like the Charity Classic demonstrate what is possible when the business community invests not just in economic growth, but in ensuring that growth includes everyone. These funds will help more families in Greenville County achieve the dream of owning their own home, and we are deeply grateful to Broadstreet Global and everyone who participated for making that possible.”
For Shriners Children’s Greenville, the tournament proceeds support a mission that has defined the hospital for nearly a century: ensuring every child receives the care they need regardless of their family’s financial situation.
“The generosity of our community has sustained Shriners Children’s Greenville since we opened our doors in 1927,” said Paul Finelli, Senior Director of Philanthropy at Shriners Children’s Greenville. “When local businesses rally behind us through events like the Charity Classic, they make it possible for us to continue delivering life-changing care to children who might otherwise go without it. Every dollar raised for Shriners through this tournament will help us uphold our promise that a family’s ability to pay will never be a barrier to receiving the best possible care for their child.”
The Charity Classic has become a cornerstone of Broadstreet Global’s community engagement, with previous tournaments supporting organizations including Upstate Warrior Solution and Sunday Dinner with a Twist. For the firm, the annual event reflects a broader philosophy about the role private equity can play in strengthening the communities where it does business.
“Four years ago, we wanted to create something that reflected who we are as a firm and who Greenville is as a community,” said Joseph Baldassarra, President of Broadstreet Global. “We invest in the Carolinas because we believe in the people and the potential here, and this tournament is our way of supporting the incredible organizations that do transformative work for families across the Upstate.”
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