Right in my own town, Pleasanton Military Families (PMF) is making a difference every day in the lives of very important people-our men and women in service as well as in the lives of their families here at home.
The next PMF Pack Out to our deployed military is coming up in March. A flurry of emails has been coming my way regarding preparation for the event.
I wanted to pass on one of these emails: the thank you letter that arrived in my "IN" box today...from a chaplain stationed in Afghanistan. He has been sharing the contents of PMF care packages that come his way.
Thursday, February 16, 2017
Thursday, November 10, 2016
God Bless Our Vets
November 11, 2016. Veterans Day.
2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division is HOME from Afghanistan!
Totally impressed with the Company, the welcome, the love. So proud of you all!
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1258539254239790&id=207199196040473
2nd Infantry Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division is HOME from Afghanistan!
Totally impressed with the Company, the welcome, the love. So proud of you all!
https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=1258539254239790&id=207199196040473
Saturday, September 10, 2016
O beautiful for heroes proved
These "Beautiful" lyrics say so much in remembrance of 9/11/01
I am listening to Ray Charles sing it with the greatest of inspiration..
"O beautiful for heroes proved
In liberating strife.
Who more than self their country loved
And mercy more than life!
America! America!
May God thy gold refine
Till all success be nobleness
And every gain divine!
O beautiful for patriot dream
That sees beyond the years
Thine alabaster cities gleam
Undimmed by human tears!
America! America!
God shed his grace on thee
And crown thy good with brotherhood
Saturday, September 3, 2016
He Did It! 100 holes in 10 hours!
Raised so far$ 6,925.00 | Fundraising goal $ 5,000.00
|
Jeff DeBenedetti, Las Positas Golf Course
Huge Kudos to Jeff for playing 100 holes of golf in 10 hours, for putting himself out there for our veterans and having fun while doing it. He's up for it next year to boot!
Here are the stats in Jeff's own words;
Here are the stats in Jeff's own words;
Hello All,
First of all, I want to thank all of you who generously donated to the PGA HOPE program. I appreciate your moral as well as your financial support! PGA HOPE is a great program that does great things. I wanted to let you know how my day went playing 100 holes in a day.
The day started at 9:55 am. I played and “warm up” of 1-10 on the Falls course at Blackhawk CC. I played from the Blue Tees throughout the day. After the 10th hole, I went back to the 1st hole to begin the first of 5 rounds. I have listed some stats below to let you know how I did.
Start time 9:55 am
Black hawk Falls Course
Blue Tees
Rating 70.9
Slope 133
Length 6257
- Score by round were 80, 75, 77, 82, and 70 (exactly what you’re thinking, last round…2 under Par!).
- 52 Pars
- 10 Birdies
- 35 Bogeys
- 3 Doubles
- 174 Putts
- 1 Chip in
- 4 Practice Swings
- 2 Advil
- 5 Gatorades
- 3 sandwiches
- 6 Bud Lights
- 3 Golf Cars
- Average time per hole 5 minute 15 seconds
End Time 6:41 pm
Playing fast, as you can imagine, I was not reading many putts very thoroughly. The day was fun and tiring, but I hope to do it again in the future. For those of you interested in PGA HOPE, the money raised, or would like to still donate, please use the following links:
For more information, visit: www.charitygolfchallenge.org
Or to donate click here
Thank you again for your moral and financial support!
He Did It! 100 holes in 10 hours!
Raised so far$ 6,925.00 | Fundraising goal $ 5,000.00
|
Jeff DeBenedetti, Las Positas Golf Course
Huge Kudos to Jeff for playing 100 holes of golf in 10 hours, for putting himself out there for our veterans and having fun while doing it. He's up for it next year to boot!
Here are the stats in Jeff's own words;
Here are the stats in Jeff's own words;
Hello All,
First of all, I want to thank all of you who generously donated to the PGA HOPE program. I appreciate your moral as well as your financial support! PGA HOPE is a great program that does great things. I wanted to let you know how my day went playing 100 holes in a day.
The day started at 9:55 am. I played and “warm up” of 1-10 on the Falls course at Blackhawk CC. I played from the Blue Tees throughout the day. After the 10th hole, I went back to the 1st hole to begin the first of 5 rounds. I have listed some stats below to let you know how I did.
Start time 9:55 am
Black hawk Falls Course
Blue Tees
Rating 70.9
Slope 133
Length 6257
- Score by round were 80, 75, 77, 82, and 70 (exactly what you’re thinking, last round…2 under Par!).
- 52 Pars
- 10 Birdies
- 35 Bogeys
- 3 Doubles
- 174 Putts
- 1 Chip in
- 4 Practice Swings
- 2 Advil
- 5 Gatorades
- 3 sandwiches
- 6 Bud Lights
- 3 Golf Cars
- Average time per hole 5 minute 15 seconds
End Time 6:41 pm
Playing fast, as you can imagine, I was not reading many putts very thoroughly. The day was fun and tiring, but I hope to do it again in the future. For those of you interested in PGA HOPE, the money raised, or would like to still donate, please use the following links:
For more information, visit: www.charitygolfchallenge.org
Or to donate click here
Thank you again for your moral and financial support!
Saturday, July 30, 2016
100 HOLE Golf Challenge for Vets
My golf instructor Jeff DeBenedeti (PGA Pro and Director of Golf at Las Positas Golf Course in Livermore CA) is doing something awesome for our veterans!
…he is going to play 100 holes of golf in one day with the goal to raise at least $5,000 dollars for veterans who can benefit from playing golf. One hundred holes…that's 5 1/2 rounds of golf in one day! Yahoo.
Here is Jeff's letter:
If the above "click here" link doesn't work, click below:
http://www.pgagolfday.com/sections/northern-california/2016/players/jeff-debenedetti/
…he is going to play 100 holes of golf in one day with the goal to raise at least $5,000 dollars for veterans who can benefit from playing golf. One hundred holes…that's 5 1/2 rounds of golf in one day! Yahoo.
Here is Jeff's letter:
To Our Las Positas Golf Family,
I am going to play 100 holes of golf in one day on August 30th to raise money for PGA HOPE. Yes, I have committed to participate in this year’s NCPGA Charity Golf Challenge. The NCPGA Charity Golf Challenge was established by local PGA professionals to raise money for local community programs and charities through the Northern California PGA Foundation.
PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to all Veterans, disabled or able-bodied, in order to enhance their mental, social, physical and emotional well-being. This is offered free of charge to Veterans.
The Northern California PGA Foundation is working closely with the VA system across Northern California to assist veterans in their transition. Sessions are taught by local PGA Professionals with assistance from trained volunteers and include clubs and equipment if needed, training aids, range balls and weekly golf course access.
In a sport where relationships are everything, PGA HOPE helps veterans assimilate back into their community through the social interaction the game of golf provides. This program offers a moral boost and enables our patriots to once again be active in their community and participate in the game of a lifetime!
Please help me in this endeavor by sponsoring me for $1, $2, $5 or more per hole. This pledge is 100% tax deductible through the NCPGA Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization.
I really need and appreciate your support. Thank you in advance for making a difference.
PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to all Veterans, disabled or able-bodied, in order to enhance their mental, social, physical and emotional well-being. This is offered free of charge to Veterans.
The Northern California PGA Foundation is working closely with the VA system across Northern California to assist veterans in their transition. Sessions are taught by local PGA Professionals with assistance from trained volunteers and include clubs and equipment if needed, training aids, range balls and weekly golf course access.
In a sport where relationships are everything, PGA HOPE helps veterans assimilate back into their community through the social interaction the game of golf provides. This program offers a moral boost and enables our patriots to once again be active in their community and participate in the game of a lifetime!
Please help me in this endeavor by sponsoring me for $1, $2, $5 or more per hole. This pledge is 100% tax deductible through the NCPGA Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization.
I really need and appreciate your support. Thank you in advance for making a difference.
For more information visit www.charitygolfchallenge.org or CLICK HERE to donate!
Jeff DeBenedetti, PGA
Director of Golf
Las Positas Golf Course
925.455.7822
http://www.pgagolfday.com/sections/northern-california/2016/players/jeff-debenedetti/
Yeah Jeff! Play away!
100 HOLE Golf Challenge for Vets
My golf instructor Jeff DeBenedeti (PGA Pro and Director of Golf at Las Positas Golf Course in Livermore CA) is doing something awesome for our veterans!
…he is going to play 100 holes of golf in one day with the goal to raise at least $5,000 dollars for veterans who can benefit from playing golf. One hundred holes…that's 5 1/2 rounds of golf in one day! Yahoo.
Here is Jeff's letter:
Here is his link to learn more and make a donation:
http://www.pgagolfday.com/sections/northern-california/2016/players/jeff-debenedetti/
…he is going to play 100 holes of golf in one day with the goal to raise at least $5,000 dollars for veterans who can benefit from playing golf. One hundred holes…that's 5 1/2 rounds of golf in one day! Yahoo.
Here is Jeff's letter:
To Our Las Positas Golf Family,
I am going to play 100 holes of golf in one day on August 30th to raise money for PGA HOPE. Yes, I have committed to participate in this year’s NCPGA Charity Golf Challenge. The NCPGA Charity Golf Challenge was established by local PGA professionals to raise money for local community programs and charities through the Northern California PGA Foundation.
PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to all Veterans, disabled or able-bodied, in order to enhance their mental, social, physical and emotional well-being. This is offered free of charge to Veterans.
The Northern California PGA Foundation is working closely with the VA system across Northern California to assist veterans in their transition. Sessions are taught by local PGA Professionals with assistance from trained volunteers and include clubs and equipment if needed, training aids, range balls and weekly golf course access.
In a sport where relationships are everything, PGA HOPE helps veterans assimilate back into their community through the social interaction the game of golf provides. This program offers a moral boost and enables our patriots to once again be active in their community and participate in the game of a lifetime!
Please help me in this endeavor by sponsoring me for $1, $2, $5 or more per hole. This pledge is 100% tax deductible through the NCPGA Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization.
I really need and appreciate your support. Thank you in advance for making a difference.
PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to all Veterans, disabled or able-bodied, in order to enhance their mental, social, physical and emotional well-being. This is offered free of charge to Veterans.
The Northern California PGA Foundation is working closely with the VA system across Northern California to assist veterans in their transition. Sessions are taught by local PGA Professionals with assistance from trained volunteers and include clubs and equipment if needed, training aids, range balls and weekly golf course access.
In a sport where relationships are everything, PGA HOPE helps veterans assimilate back into their community through the social interaction the game of golf provides. This program offers a moral boost and enables our patriots to once again be active in their community and participate in the game of a lifetime!
Please help me in this endeavor by sponsoring me for $1, $2, $5 or more per hole. This pledge is 100% tax deductible through the NCPGA Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization.
I really need and appreciate your support. Thank you in advance for making a difference.
For more information visit www.charitygolfchallenge.org or CLICK HERE to donate!
Jeff DeBenedetti, PGA
Director of Golf
Las Positas Golf Course
925.455.7822
Here is his link to learn more and make a donation:
http://www.pgagolfday.com/sections/northern-california/2016/players/jeff-debenedetti/
Yeah Jeff! Play away!
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