Indoor Golf Tournament Tees Off to Support Veterans
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WICHITA FALLS,Texas (KAUZ) – A special golf tournament this weekend aims to help veterans and thier families.
Starting on june 18, golfers will raise money for Hire Heroes USA during a weekend-long indoor golf tournament. ServiceMasters partners with Hire Heroes, a nonprofit that has helped over 75,000 veterans find jobs after serving overseas since 2007.
Sara Kee, director of Sales and Marketing for ServiceMasters, said the nonprofit helps create resumes and relationships with employers.
“There are so many young men and women who join the military that go in right after high school or right after college, so they learned their military skills and now they need to transfer that into a resume, and that’s where we come in and we help bridge the gap,” Kee said.
Next Level Golf has been open since july 2023. Joe Shaffer, co-owner, said he’s happy to give back to those who have given the most to their country; it’s something that resonates with him.
“We have some regular players that have signed up, and we also have some new people that have not been in before that are signing up for the tournament, so it’s exciting to see new people coming out and enjoying it. I have many family members who have served.My dad served in the Coast Guard years, so absolutely, and being here in Wichita falls, being right here at Sheppard Air Force Base, we very much want to support the military in anything we do,” Shaffer said.
Golfers will beat the heat this weekend with the A/C.Shaffer explained the benefits of having the event indoors.
“We are all here together,so we can have camaraderie together. we can talk together. We aren’t spread out on a golf course, where we go out to each different hole and everyone is on their own. Here it’s kind of a group event,a group party if you woudl,and people get to share stories,” Shaffer said.
the tournament is a two-person scramble that begins July 18 through July 20. It is indeed from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. The cost is $75 per person and $150 for a team. The address for Next Level Golf is 3910 Wayne Ave #110, Wichita falls.
Evergreen Insights: Supporting Our Veterans
This indoor golf tournament highlights a growing trend of community-based fundraising events designed to support veterans’ transition into civilian life. Organizations like Hire Heroes USA play a crucial role in this process,leveraging partnerships with businesses to provide essential career services. The initiative by servicemasters and Next Level Golf demonstrates a commitment to acknowledging and aiding those who have served, especially in a region with a strong military presence like wichita Falls, home to Sheppard Air Force Base.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Veteran Golf Tournament
What is the primary goal of this golf tournament?
The primary goal of this golf tournament is to raise money for Hire Heroes USA, a nonprofit association dedicated to helping veterans find employment.
Who organizes this special golf tournament?
servicemasters partners with Hire Heroes USA to organize this special golf tournament, with Next Level Golf hosting the event.
How does Hire heroes USA assist veterans?
Hire Heroes USA assists veterans by helping them create resumes and build relationships with potential employers, bridging the gap between military skills and civilian job markets.
What is the format of the golf tournament?
The golf tournament is a two-
