· Detroit Community Days presented by Jeep® returns for the third straight year, offering all fans complimentary admission and parking Tuesday, June 25 for the AREA 313 Celebrity Scramble presented by Priority Health Total Health Foundation and First Tee – Greater Detroit Youth Clinic as well as the Delta Dental Pro-Am at the Rocket Mortgage Classic on Wednesday, June 26
DETROIT (May 21, 2024) – The Rocket Mortgage Classic has teamed up with Jeep® to designate the iconic American SUV brand as a Proud Partner of Detroit Community Days presented by Jeep.
Returning for the third straight year, Detroit Community Days presented by Jeep® will offer all fans complimentary admission and parking for the Rocket Mortgage Classic’s special events on Tuesday, June 25 and Wednesday, June 26. The brand will showcase its Grand Wagoneer, Wagoneer and Grand Cherokee models on site.
On Tuesday, June 25 the First Tee – Greater Detroit Youth Clinic will provide elementary- and middle school-age students an opportunity to learn fundamental golf skills and tips from PGA TOUR professionals. The clinic will be followed by the AREA 313 Celebrity Scramble presented by Priority Health Total Health Foundation, a three-hole exhibition match that features six four-player teams made up of PGA TOUR stars, celebrity athletes and entertainers, players from THE JOHN SHIPPEN National Invitational and corporate partners.
On Wednesday, June 26, fans can get up close to the action and watch PGA TOUR professionals playing in a relaxed setting throughout the day during the Delta Dental Pro-Am at the Rocket Mortgage Classic.
The sixth-annual Rocket Mortgage Classic will be held June 25-30, 2024, at the historic Detroit Golf Club. Tickets for Thursday-Sunday are available at www.RocketMortgageClassic.com.
In addition to its support of Detroit Community Days, Jeep will become a Premier Partner and the Official Vehicle of the Rocket Mortgage Classic, and will support THE JOHN SHIPPEN National Invitational as Official Vehicle and National Partner. Jeep will provide courtesy vehicles for all PGA TOUR players, THE JOHN SHIPPEN National Invitational players and other VIPs.
“We are thrilled to welcome Jeep as a Proud Partner of Detroit Community Days presented by Jeep and as the Official Vehicle of the Rocket Mortgage Classic and THE JOHN SHIPPEN,” said Jason Langwell, Executive Director of the Rocket Mortgage Classic. “Their support of Detroit Community Days presented by Jeep helps us continue to provide unforgettable experiences by making our incredible Tuesday and Wednesday special events accessible to all fans with complimentary admission and parking.”
Since 2019, the Rocket Mortgage Classic has invested more than $8.4 million into local charitable organizations, including $4.3 million in contributions to the event’s landmark “Changing the Course” initiative to connect Detroit residents to high-speed internet, digital devices and digital training. In addition to its monetary investments to bridge the digital divide in the city, the Rocket Mortgage Classic was honored in 2023 for the second time with the PGA TOUR’s Fair Way Award, recognizing the tournament that excels in diversity, inclusion and social responsibility programs that promote equity, fairness, respect and openness in its community. Whether it be by fostering a tournament culture of inclusiveness, partnering with diverse charitable partners or community engagement around under-represented and under-served groups, the award highlights the best moments, gestures, and programs that align with the PGA TOUR’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion mission.
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About the Rocket Mortgage Classic
The Rocket Mortgage Classic made history in 2019 as the first PGA TOUR event ever held in the city of Detroit, and has continued to make a positive and lasting impact on the city and its residents through its multi-year “Changing the Course” campaign, established in 2020 to end the digital divide in Detroit and ensure digital accessibility for all city residents. The Rocket Mortgage Classic was the most awarded event during the 2018-19 PGA TOUR season, being recognized for “Best Special Event” (then known as the AREA 313 Celebrity Challenge) and “Best Tournament Sales” as well as being honored with the first “Fair Way Award” for its diversity and inclusion initiatives. The Fair Way Award was bestowed upon the Rocket Mortgage Classic for a second time in 2023. More information is available at RocketMortgageClassic.com and on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram (@RocketClassic).
About Rocket Mortgage
Detroit-based Rocket Mortgage is the largest retail mortgage lender and is a part of Rocket Companies (NYSE: RKT).
The lender enables the American Dream of homeownership and financial freedom through its obsession with an industry-leading, digital-driven client experience. In late 2015, it introduced the first fully digital, completely online mortgage experience. Since its founding in 1985, Rocket Mortgage has closed more than $1.7 trillion of mortgage volume across all 50 states.
J.D. Power has ranked Rocket Mortgage #1 in client satisfaction for both primary mortgage origination and servicing 21 times – the most of any mortgage lender. Rocket Companies, Rocket Mortgage’s parent company, has placed in the top third of Fortune’s list of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” the list for 21 consecutive years.
Jeep Brand
Built on more than 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep® is the authentic SUV brand that delivers legendary off-road capability, interior refinement, high-tech features and versatility to people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep brand delivers an open invitation to live life to the fullest by offering a broad portfolio of vehicles that continues to provide owners with a sense of safety and security to handle any journey with confidence. Jeep Wave, a premium owner loyalty and customer care program that is available to the entire Jeep 4x4 lineup, is filled with benefits and exclusive perks to deliver Jeep brand owners the utmost care and dedicated 24/7 support. The legendary Jeep brand's off-road capability is enhanced by a global electrification initiative that is transforming 4xe into the new 4x4 in pursuit of the brand’s vision of accomplishing Zero Emission Freedom and added 4x4 capability. All Jeep brand vehicles will offer an electrified variant by 2025.
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