Lee Coast MOAA chapter to host annual Mackenzie-Janes Tribute Golf Outing
Player registration is still open for a golf tourney to benefit local veterans and JROTC students.
The MG James L. Dozier Lee Coast Chapter of the Military Officers Association of America (MOAA) will host its 12th Annual Mackenzie-Janes Tribute Golf Outing on April 2 from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Shell Point Golf Club in Fort Myers. The chapter, in partnership with the city, organizes the Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Sanibel.
“This is our premier fundraiser for the year,” chapter President Tim Moore said of the tourney.
He explained that the proceeds from the tournament support veterans, disabled or in need, and their families, as well as local Junior Reserve Officer Training (JROTC) programs and scholarships.
“We take the money and make it available to veterans programs,” Moore said, pointing to the Mission United 211 service available through the United Way of Lee, Hendry, and Glades as one example.
“We do scholarships at two different universities, Florida Gulf Coast University and Florida SouthWestern State College,” he added. “We recognize the JROTC at Lee County high schools — different achievements that they do; we offer scholarships and medals at the end of the year.”
The chapter typically raises about $25,000 from the tournament.
“My hope is to raise $35,000 this year,” he said.
The tourney will open with registration and a light breakfast at 7 a.m. An opening ceremony will follow featuring the national anthem, and the Iona-McGregor Fire District will do a ball drop.
A shotgun start will take place at 8 a.m.
“We’ll have several different awards,” Moore said of the friendly competition, noting that the teams will be formed into three flights. “We’ll hand out first and second prizes for each of the flights.”
Additional prizes include closest to the pin, closet to the center line and longest drive.
He added that Sam Galloway Ford has donated a F-150 with a two-year lease for a hole-in-one.
“Also, mulligans will available for purchase,” Moore said.
An awards ceremony and lunch provided by Mission BBQ will wrap up the day.
The chapter’s namesake, retired U.S. Army Maj. Gen. James L. Dozier, will serve as the honorary chair. Moore explained that Dozier is a strong advocate for the JROTC program and he has a nonprofit focused on those in Lee County, in addition to having an illustrious and exemplary military career.
“This event is our premier fundraiser for the year and your participation and donations are critical in providing much needed assistance for our area military veterans and JROTC cadets,” Dozier said. “So, please join us in this worthy cause.”
Sponsors include Mission BBQ, New York Life and Sam Galloway Ford, with additional support provided by Bank of the Islands, Charles Bennett, the Iglewski Family Foundation, John Henshaw and Associates, the Moores, Philip Puschel, and the Triftshauser family.
“We appreciate the generous donations by our major sponsors,” Moore said.
Entry fees are $550 for a foursome or $150 per player.
The deadline to register is March 30.
The community is encouraged to sign up and take part.
“Enjoy a great day of golf and, at the same time, contribute to our local veterans programs and local JROTC,” he said.
To register or for more information, contact Moore at 941-626-2943 or leecoastchaptermoaa@gmail.com or Golf Chair Bob Booth at 368-451-2972 or crabbybob@cfl.rr.com.
The Shell Point Golf Club is at 17500 On Par Blvd., Fort Myers.
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IF YOU GO
What
12th Annual Mackenzie-Janes Tribute Golf Outing
When
April 2 from 7 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Where
Shell Point Golf Club, 17500 On Par Blvd., Fort Myers
Details
Cost is $550 for a foursome or $150 per player
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