World War II News


USI 4th Annual Charity Golf Tournament a Success!

FRISCO, Texas - The 41h Annual USI Charity Golf Tournament was on Thursday, October 7 at Stonebriar Country Club in Frisco, Texas. 128 Golfers competed in a four-man scramble format. Proceeds from the tournament will benefit the Families of World War II Veterans Scholarship Fund for underserved high school seniors.

Players had the opportunity to parlicipate in the Helicopter Ball Drop with a Prize value of $1,000 cash. Each player was provided with Lunch, Beverages, Italian Dinner Buffet and Live Entertainment provided by The Victory Belles of the National WW2 Museum in New Orleans. Players had a chance to win a variety of prizes, including a brand new 2011 C-Class Mercedes and Calloway Golf Clubs on the hole in one's. Additionally all players were eligible for our door prizes valued at more than $4,600.

Fly Overs by Cavanaugh Flight Museum, Vintage Cars provided by Dr. Rinker, Auction items valued at $15,000.

With the help of our players and more than 60 corporate sponsors we were able to present a check to the Founder and Board Member for a donation of $48,000.

The Families of World War II Veterans is a worldwide, nonprofit organization, dedicated to ensuring that the historical lessons of World War II are not forgotten. Our online global community enables visitors to share experiences of this conflict and provides younger generations with numerous resources to help expand their knowledge of the powerful sacrifices made by World War II veterans around the world.

Stonebriar Country Club is located at 5050 Country Club Drive Frisco, Texas 75034. For additional information about the tournament please visit www.usigolf.com