The PenFed Foundation, a national 501©(3) organization founded by PenFed Credit Union, successfully raised over $1 million to support veterans and the military community at the 21st annual Military Heroes Golf Classic. The event took place on Monday, September 9, and brought together community and business leaders in a shared mission to honor and assist those who have served the nation.
The day began with a poignant remembrance of the 9/11 victims, their families, and the nation’s heroes. America’s elite skydiving special operations warriors performed tandem parachute jumps onto the course, proudly displaying the American and Purple Heart flags. Among the jumpers were PenFed Credit Union EVP Talent/Risk/Infosec/Data Maura Watson and PenFed Credit Union Board Director Army Col. (Ret.) Philip F. Romanelli.
“We are thrilled to have raised over $1 million at the Military Heroes Golf Classic this year and look forward to continuing to support our military heroes who have made incredible sacrifices for our nation,” said Andrea McCarren, PenFed Credit Union SVP, PenFed Digital, and President of the PenFed Foundation. “Thanks to the commitment of our dedicated volunteers and donors over the past 23 years, the PenFed Foundation has delivered financial support totaling over $55 million and transformed the lives of over 150,000 military families.”
The event also honored Innospec President & CEO Patrick Williams and Innospec President of Oilfield Services Tom Entwistle for their long-term partnership and contributions, which have exceeded $2 million since 2007. Marine Corps Veteran and Purple Heart recipient Richard Casper, Co-Founder and Executive Director of CreatiVets, was awarded a $25,000 grant to support the organization’s first veteran songwriting workshop in Puerto Rico. Additionally, U.S. Army Veteran and country music artist Scotty Hasting performed at the event.
“Freedom isn’t free. Over 248 years, the brave servicemembers of America’s Armed Forces have fought 12 wars to defend our freedom,” said James Schenck, President/CEO of PenFed Credit Union and CEO of the PenFed Foundation. “The success of our tournament enables us to continue taking care of our nation’s veterans. At PenFed, we never forget.”
The Military Heroes Golf Classic, co-chaired by PenFed Credit Union Board Chairman and PenFed Foundation Board Member Edward Cody and President of Berkshire Hathaway Homes Services PenFed Realty Kevin Wiles, continues to be a cornerstone event for the foundation, ensuring ongoing support for veterans and their families.
For more information about the PenFed Foundation and its initiatives, visit PenFed Foundation.