Teein’ It Up 4 Vets fund-raising golf tournament, to benefit wounded warriors, is seeking sponsors and players for its third annual charity golf tournament, set for Saturday, Oct. 10, at TopGolf Gilbert.
Event organizer Joshua Perlman started the fund-raising tournament in 2013, after learning of the suicide of a former family friend, California Army National Guard Sgt. Daniel Somers, who suffered with traumatic brain injury and PTSD after returning from several tours of duty in Iraq. “Our families were neighbors growing up,” said Joshua. “We were childhood friends, but had lost touch. After we heard of Daniel’s tragic death, I wanted to do something to help other vets.”
According to the Wounded Warrior Project, it is estimated 22 veterans kill themselves every day. In effect, more U.S. soldiers are dying from suicide than combat. Among their 19 programs, the Wounded Warrior Project focuses on the mind in helping wounded warriors overcome the challenges of readjustment.
“In supporting the Wounded Warrior Project, Teein’ It Up 4 Vets hopes to assist the mission of honoring and empowering all wounded warriors,” Joshua explained.
Sierra Building Systems LLC is presenting this year’s event. “Various other sponsorships are available, from $125 up to $1,500,” said Joshua. “We have had wonderful support from local businesses and individuals. Last year’s event netted $7,000 for the wounded warriors. This year, we hope to raise $10,000.”
The event runs from 5 to 8 p.m. at TopGolf Gilbert, located at 1669 S. Santan Village Parkway. Sign up by Sept. 5, and get early-bird rates of $260 per three-player team or $90 per individual. Regular rates are $290 per three-player team or $100 per player. Registration includes food and non-alcoholic beverages.
To sign up for the tournament, or to be a sponsor, contact Joshua Perlman at (480) 861-1914 or teeingitup4vets@gmail.com. More information also is available on Facebook.