CHARLOTTE, NC -TPC Piper Glen recently hosted a charity Golf Tournament that took place on November 3rd, 2010. The event is part of Birdies for the Brave nationwide program launched by the U.S. Department of Defense that generates financial support for our for military homefront groups that directly serve military men and women lost or seriously injured in performance of their duty. Birdies for the Brave is a primary element of Heritage Golf Group’s philanthropic endeavors.
TPC Piper Glen hosted the charity Golf Tournament on Wednesday, November 3rd which culminated with a dinner, silent auction & awards ceremony following play, raising over $52,000. TPC Piper Glen’s Birdies for the Brave event featured keynote speakers Jane Weaver-Sobel (Operation Homefront); Dick Johnson (Naval Special Warfare Foundation); Hillary Robinson (Special Operations Warrior Foundation); Larry Gill (Homes for Our Troops). The event also included The North Carolina National Guard’s presentation of colors and the singing of the National Anthem by the group “Gal Friday”, consisting of sisters Ashley Min, Lauren Wilson and Melissa York. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by 1st Sgt. Mark Ashby and the Butler High School ROTC formed a sabre arch for the golf carts to drive under on their way to their designated holes.
“TPC Piper Glen is proud of our participation in the Birdies for the Brave effort. We appreciate all of the sponsors, participants, staff and volunteers who help us make a difference in the lives of U.S. troops who selflessly put their lives on the line everyday so that all Americans may enjoy the privileges of freedom,” said Eddie Carpenter, General Manager of TPC Piper Glen. “When you talk to those servicemen and their families who have received the benefits of these military charities, and understand what an outstanding impact it has on their lives, it makes our efforts that much more heartwarming.”
Heritage Golf Group’s collection of premier clubs nationwide will continue to raise funds throughout 2010, during nine charity golf tournaments, silent auctions, and accompanying fundraising activities. Since 2007, Heritage Golf Group has held twenty-one Birdies for the Brave golf tournaments with accompanying auction galas, which raised over $1.3 million.
Proceeds from these events will benefit eight military homefront groups that are supported by PGA TOUR players, including: Homes For Our Troops and Special Operations Warrior Foundation supported by Phil Mickelson; Wounded Warrior Project supported by TOUR players Nick Watney, Boo Weekley, Jason Gore & Frank Lickliter II; Operation Homefront supported by TOUR player Corey Pavin; Naval Special Warfare Foundation supported by TOUR players Jerry Kelly, Frank Lickliter II & Vijay Singh; Military Warriors Support Foundation supported by TOUR player Ted Purdy; Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund and United Through Reading supported by TOUR player Rory Sabbatini.
About Heritage Golf Group
Heritage Golf Group (www.heritagegolfgroup.com) began in 1999 with funding provided by the private equity firm, GTCR Golder Rauner, LLC. Since then, the company has grown an impressive portfolio of private and resort golf clubs around the country. The Heritage portfolio represents some of the most well-known and acclaimed properties spanning Texas, Georgia, Florida, Michigan, North Carolina and South Carolina. The company, led by Bob Husband, President and CEO, distinguishes itself through its dedication to unrivaled golf and uncompromising service.
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