SPRINGFIELD — M.L. Schmitt Inc. hosted a charity golf tournament at Springfield Country Club on Sept. 30 to raise funds and give back to the community.

Eighty-six golfers enjoyed an 18-hole scramble under sunny skies and concluded their evening with dinner and a brief presentation. Because of the generosity of its sponsors, M.L. Schmitt’s charity golf tournament raised $39,300. The proceeds were split evenly between Project New Hope, Shriners Children’s New England, and Shriners Children’s Boston, which each received a $13,100 donation.

“Last year we celebrated our 100th anniversary with a charity golf event,” said Peter Coppez, president of M.L. Schmitt Inc. “Because it was so successful, we wanted to give back to the community again. We were humbled by our generous sponsors and thrilled to make our donations.”

Added Jean Pierre Crevier, vice president of M.L. Schmitt Inc., “one of the strengths of our company is the relationships that we have forged with both our vending partners and our customers. Without them, this event would not have been successful. We are grateful for the support.”

M.L. Schmitt Inc. has projects throughout the Commonwealth and wanted to donate to veterans and children across Massachusetts.

“On behalf of everyone at Shriners Children’s New England, we are deeply grateful for the incredible generosity shown by M.L. Schmitt Inc. and their community,” said Kerri-Lynn Tichy, senior director of Philanthropy. “This donation will help us continue to provide world-class care to children in need, regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. It’s inspiring to see how their commitment to giving back positively impacts our community, and we are honored to be part of this meaningful partnership. Together, we are making a lasting difference in the lives of the children and families we serve.”

Bill Moore, executive director of Project New Hope, said M.L. Schmitt’s sponsorship has made a meaningful difference in the lives of veterans and their families, as well as the children cared for by Shriners Children’s.

“A heartfelt thank you to M.L. Schmitt for sponsoring this event, and to all the donors and players who made it possible,” he said. “Your commitment to our cause helps us continue our mission of serving those who have served our country.”

SPRINGFIELD — Peter Coppez and Jean Pierre Crevier took different paths to ownership of Springfield-based electrical contractor M.L. Schmitt Inc. But both have found the field to be challenging in the best ways.

“A career as an electrician is perfect for people who are detail-oriented, active, and prefer a job that is always changing,” Coppez said. “Becoming an electrician also offers so many leadership opportunities.”

Click here to read about the work of Coppez and Crevier to grow a firm that has completed jobs for scores of major clients — from MGM Springfield to the Basketball Hall of Fame to UMass Amherst — as well as smaller ones, across Massachusetts and Northern Conn. The profile is part of Faces of Construction, the first installment of BusinessWest’s new Faces of Business series, which will continue throughout 2024 with Faces of Education, Faces of Finance, and Faces of Healthcare.

“I am very proud of the diverse range of project types that we perform,” Crevier said, “and I am very cognizant of the impact and meaningfulness that the work we do has on the communities we work in.”

SPRINGFIELD — M.L. Schmitt Inc. hosted a charity golf tournament at Springfield Country Club on Oct. 2 in celebration of its 100th anniversary in business.

Eighty-eight golfers enjoyed an 18-hole scramble under sunny skies and concluded their evening with dinner and a brief presentation. Because of the generosity of its sponsors, M.L. Schmitt’s charity golf tournament raised $44,000. The proceeds were split evenly between the Greater Holyoke YMCA and Baystate Children’s Hospital, which each received a $22,000 donation.

“Being in business for 100 years is a big milestone,” said Peter Coppez, president of M.L. Schmitt. “We wanted our celebration to be an event to give back to our community. We were humbled by our generous sponsors and thrilled to make our donations.”

Jean Pierre Crevier, vice president of M.L. Schmitt, added that “one of the strengths of our company is the relationships that we have forged with both our vending partners and our customers. Without them, this event would not have been successful. We are forever grateful for the support.”

M.L. Schmitt has done work for both the Greater Holyoke YMCA and Baystate Children’s Hospital and wanted to give to both organizations.

“We are so grateful, and so appreciative you thought to donate to the Y,” said Kathy Viens, director of the Greater Holyoke YMCA. “As a not-for-profit, support from companies like this are needed for us to make our programs and activities affordable for all. A donation of this size is truly incredible.”

Mia Goreck, Special Programs & Events coordinator for Baystate Health Foundation, accepted the donation on behalf of Baystate Children’s Hospital. “Baystate Health and the children and families we serve at Baystate Children’s Hospital are thankful for your donation,” she said.