GEISMAR, La., June 09 -- BASF employees, contractors, event and sponsors and guests recently raised $12,000 for the American Heart Association (AHA) during the company's fourth annual charity golf tournament held to benefit research for heart disease.

The annual BASF employee charity golf tournaments have raised more than $40,000 for the American Heart Association over the past four years. The AHA uses the money for research on the treatment of heart and blood vessel diseases and for a number of services that include educating the public on the risks of cardiovascular disease and stroke.

"We appreciate the dedication and commitment of all of the volunteers who organized and participated in the golf tournament ? they are all heroes," said Paula Talbot of the AHA. "Money raised for the AHA supports research and other life-saving programs that make a difference in the lives of thousands of families in our community.

" Kristen Burns of the BASF's Geismar site, who coordinated the charity golf scramble at the University Club, said the tournament is part of BASF's commitment to helping make our communities better.

"Our employees and contractors look forward to this tournament every year. It provides everyone with an opportunity to enjoy a round of golf with friends while raising money for a good cause," Burns said. "Our company sponsors and prize donors also play a crucial role in making our charity golf tournaments such successful events."

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