As a two time Purple Heart recipient I have been affiliated with many different non profit organizations but unlike most other organizations Tee It Up For The Troops has a much broader approach to rehabilitation. Their concern for every aspect of a wounded veterans rehabilitation is evident. They are always there to support other organizations by giving grants and assistance in helping other organizations accomplish their mission. TIUFTT has one program that I can honestly say saved my life. I was at my lowest point and considering suicide and then I got invited to Reunion so I decided to give it one last shot, it was the greatest decision of my life. I have become one of hundreds of success stories for TIUFTT and my parents, wife, kids and myself thank them from the bottom of my heart.
This is my second year of being involved with TIUFTT's. Every event I have been able to participate in as a Veteran - I was greeted by an amazing team of Representative's! The outstanding dedication and service each TIUFTT member provides along with how welcoming they all are, is truly amazing and appreciative. I've felt like an honored guest and part of the family with every interaction. I've been involved with plenty of other non profits and none of them compare to TIUFTT!!
TIUFTT is a phenomenal organization that puts the veteran first 100%. Not only did they provide an opportunity for me to connect with my battle buddy after 14 years of separation, they connected me with other warriors and service providers who understand every facet of military life and the highs and lows that come with it. TIUFTT really changed my perspective on veteran organizations and more importantly on myself. My family and I are grateful for the program and I hope to participate in future events and reconnect with all of my new TIUFTT friends.
I first found out about Tee It Up for the Troops in May 2024 when I participated in a veterans golf tournament sponsored by TIUFTT. Since then I have learned so much more as to how TIUFTT supports and provides services for veterans and their families. I absolutely support their efforts and will continue to do what I can to make TIUFTT even more successful.
My wife and I were invited to Tee it Up for the Troops Reunion 2025 and were astounded by this event. So much more than we could have hoped for. The love and support shown by donors, staff, and volunteers was phenomenal. 3 days of golf, Reunion with my battle buddy, showered with gifts, healing sessions, and resources for continued growth was amazing. Met so many wonderful people who were sharing the same hardships and willing to be a support warrior in the future. The event is unlike no other. Thank you for all that you do to help heal the combat veteran community!
I am a veteran and have had the privilege to participate in events lead by this amazing organization. They brought golf back into my life and I love it. I have been able to connect with other veterans and share some very memorable times. Thank you tee it up for the troops and all the generous donors that make these opportunities possible. Thank you so much to the staff at Tee It up for the troops. You guys are amazing and are appreciated!
I attended the 2025 Tee It Up For The Troops Reunion event as a combat veteran where I was reunited with my platoon sergeant. This was one of the most uplifting experiences I have ever had. To go through healing sessions (that is what I called them because of the tremendous healing value) with him had the highest impact on my state of mind than any other event I have ever attended.
I participated in the Troy Burne Golf Event. Extremely well run and meaningful event. Proud to be a part of the day and proud of the cause it supports.
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As a veteran myself, I have personally experienced the "magic" that happens at a Tee It Up for the Troops golf event and the positive impact this non-profit organization makes in the lives of veterans and their families! As a donor and golf participant in several Tee It Up for the Troops events, I have recognized the importance to raise funds and awareness for wounded warriors. Veterans are paired up on the golf course and you get to meet other veterans and make personal connections. A very well run and managed non-profit organization that support veterans and families.
Andersen's Young Professionals employee resource network came out to the Troy Burne event for the second year in a row. The rain didn't damper the staffs spirits and the opening ceremony very moving. Love this group!
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We brought a group from Andersen Windows and Doors out from our both our Young Professional and Veterans Networks. We had an amazing time helping set up for the event, run check-in/bag-drop, and run donation games on some holes. Hearing the stories of the individuals Tee It Up for the Troops are able to help out not only filled our hearts but helped us see how great our community is.
This nonprofit is one of my favorites. The golf events are run so professionally, and the volunteer staff does an outstanding job of organizing and executing, all done with a smile on their face. Everyone, including myself, always has a fun time and we always look forward to participating in this wonderful event for a worthy cause.
Unbelievable experience. Hung out with other vets in similar combat experience, reunited with friends from military who I haven’t seen in years, and played my favorite thing to do which is golf. I cannot thank Tee It Up enough for the life changing experience.
I have been involved as a sponsor for Tee it up for the Troops since the first year, which was 20 years ago!
The opening ceremony always bring a tear to your eye. it is such a great cause to honor those that have served our country to keep us safe!
Tee it up for the troops is a great organization! Not only did I learn how to play golf, it reunited me with one of my battle buddies I served in Iraq with during their reunion event. Tee it up for the troops has so many connections for veterans no matter what you’re going through and when your playing golf with other veterans you get the camaraderie that you missed from serving in the military but you also learn what other veterans have done to help themselves who may be in the same situation you are. It truly is a life-saving organization who focuses on getting people out into the fresh air to learn a new hobby and meet other veterans.
A truly thoughtful and caring organization. As a wounded veteran their golf outings offer brotherhood and camaraderie for all who served.
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An Iraq war battle buddy of mine reached out to me and asked if me and my wife would like to participate in a golf outing with him. It had been over 10 years since I had last seen him in Iraq. Of course I said yes. It turned out to be a wonderful and healing event.
Tee it up for the Troops provided everything including round trip airfare, lodging, meals, golf and the opportunity to reunite with my old friend and meet new ones. As a disabled veteran, it can sometimes be difficult to open up and talk about some of the things that we experienced. Tee it up for the Troops provided a wonderful, comfortable and fun atmosphere to provide a healing experience. A wonderful and excellent organization.
I have been a recipient of Tee it Up For the Troops for a few years now and their generosity is unparalleled. I have been able to reconnect with brothers I deployed with and had not seen in over a decade. TIUFTT provided an amazing time and took care of all of the hurdles that we could possibly face if we attempted to reunite on our own. I have spread the word to many other veterans and have not dealt with another organization as efficient as they are. I will continue to sing their praises and always look forward to seeing everyone associated with them as well.
TIUFTT has made such an impact on me that I have decided to move about 1,000 miles, so that I will be able to help in some way with the Reunion Resort golf trip.
That is how important it is to me, that their mission continues on and reaches every veteran possible.
What a blessing to our veteran community!
I can't thank y'all enough!
-Moore
Dear Tim, Jodi, Ashley, Cheryl, and Brian,
I want to express my heartfelt gratitude to each of you for your unwavering dedication to Tee It Up for the Troops. Your commitment to providing outlets through golf and fellowship at the Reunion event is truly inspiring. The impact you've had on veterans, fostering healing for both visible and invisible wounds, is immeasurable. I've personally experienced the transformative atmosphere of the event, and I can attest to the profound sense of relief it brings. Your efforts make you the true heroes, and I'm thankful for the positive change you bring to the lives of those who have served. The relationships built at this event will last a lifetime!
Here is a brief testimony of my experience. 3-5 minutes, Mr. Tim, I promise.
When I first arrived, I was anxious and standoffish to some degree. My "battle buddy" had delayed flights, and I could feel my anxiety building. Tim and I spoke and took this photograph to send to Jennifer "Winkle" Tregarthen, who was our Combat Counselor in Iraq. After this photo, he introduced me to 1SG Frank Armenta.
TOP (Frank) brought me into his circle without hesitation and made me feel at home. Over the course of the event, I was able to let my guard down and meet a great bunch of folks that I know will be lifelong friends.
Listening to and participating in the group break out sessions was therapeutic, to say the least. I'm definitely going home with a lot lighter load than the one I carried into this event.
Sincerely,
Christian "Sham" Schanmier
U.S Army Medic.
Tee It Up For The Troops is an amazing organization that we always help and support because it a great cause to help the wounded warriors. The organization has a great leader with a vision and they made it easy for us to help. Organization is key to success, and they are truly organized and very professional. Everything from preparation to execution was smooth.
The Springhaven Club (Wallingford, PA) hosted a Tee it up for the Troops event on July 24th and our members and guests could not have been happier. Tim and Cheryl helped every step of the way to make sure our event was a huge success. We are excited to get another date set up for the 2024 season, which we expect to be even better.
Tee It Up for the Troops is an excellent organization that is very thrifty on the operation side with multiple volunteers and only a few paid staff members. They are very knowledgeable and without telling us "what to do" coached us with pros and cons on our inaugural golf event that was a busy, fun, and successful day! As a donor I felt very comfortable that almost all of my money was being donated to support veteran causes directly rather than to "overhead". Jodi Baer, our contact at TIUT was accessible, organized, and a great coach and supporter. Can't say enough wonderful words about her day-to-day support of us and our golf event! We're looking forward to 2024 and having an even better golf event and raising more money for veterans!
I love this organization. They do so much for us Veterans. I had the opportunity to participate in the golf programs they had available in my area. It was awesome to be around great people who opened their clubs to us and feel so welcome. The money they raise goes to so many good causes.
An awesome non profit that has helped me get back on track and back playing a sport that i love. Also all the activities at the reunion are great and helpful. They have introduced me music and art and I’m grateful for their help and Love.
Professional, efficient, passionate organization that supersedes all expectations in integrity for veterans and spouses.
Irreplaceable support, healing and resources provided by Tee it Up for the Troops are generous and genuine. The proceeds are spent responsibly and support the proper channels.
I thoroughly appreciated and loved every moment of an event. I was able to witness my husband truly happy with his friends and fellow veterans, the ones who understand his core being. As his wife, I was honored and proud to be with other military spouses, who also understood my struggles as a wounded veterans wife. Even though his wounds are not physically seen, the invisible ones are the hardest to heal. This organization enabled us to receive the support and love we need. I will
always be grateful for the experience we would have never been able to afford on our own.
Tee It Up is a one of a kind organization geared and focused to help veterans through Golf. I was fortunate to participate on the 2023 Reunion and I can say that this was a life changing event. The camaraderie, dedication and tools provided during the event provide me with important information on available resources and provides us with opportunities to share our stories which is a very significant part of the healing and transition process. The weekend event brings veterans together and provides ways to heal through golf. The organization also provides lessons and opportunities to participate in golf outings to continue building skills and more important a robust and healthy veterans network.
This was my first time attending an event put on by Tee It Up for the Troops. Going in I wasn't sure what to expect but I heard good things. One thing is certain, they FAR exceeded my expectations!!
My only complaint is that the event ended. Everyone with Tee It Up was friendly, helpful, and outgoing. If anyone is ever lucky enough to attend an event with Tee It Up for the Troops, I can't recommend going more strongly!!
No one does golf tournaments better than Tee it Up for the Troops! This year was the second year of hosting our annual golf tournament, and it went off with incredible ease. All of the guests, volunteers, and members had a fantastic experience. We are already planning the 3rd annual only a few weeks post-event, which will continue to grow and support our local veteran community. I'd like to give a special note to Jodi for being the glue for our group over the past two years. We can say thank you enough!
Well where do I start? Sorry if this is all over the place. I am a Combat Wounded Veteran. Tee It Up For The Troops has saved my life. I found out that my Team Leader had been KIA. I was going to be one of the 22. But they reached out to me. Told me about the Org. I figured why not. My Step Dad taught me how to golf when I was 12. Might as well give it a try. This was back in 2007.
Since then I have played in countless golf Tournaments. I have been to a few Reunion Golf Tournaments in FL. Which is where it all changed. I ended up meeting other Orgs.
CreatiVets is one that sticks out the most. They are a org that flys the Veteran down to Nashville. The Veteran is then linked up with a artist. The Veteran just tells their story. Which is written into a song. I wrote a song about my team leader. And how he saved my life. And how I took on the burden of his death. Because he had saved my life. He told me before that day he would never re-enlist. Well he did because he saved my life. It was said that he said "He had to finish what he started."
I also met SMGA(Salute Military Golf Association). What they do is they give the Veteran I think its 6 lessons with a golf pro. And near the end of the 6 lessons they size you for golf clubs. And you are apart of SMGA which is another amazing Org. All of the orgs are that I have met due to TIUFT.
Back to the Reunion Golf Tournament they have every year. They ask the Veterans if they have anyone they would like to reunite with. Like for example. I have not seen my Medic in 15 years. Last time I saw him was at my Team Leaders Funeral... Within the past 3 years he has started talking to me. He has told me his demons he fights with. And its remembering that day. And TIUFTT has a application process and they review them. If selected they will Fly both of us out. Along with our spouses. If not we can raise our own money.
TIUFTT has become my family. They are doing amazing things for the Veteran Community. I tell them from time to time that they have saved my life. And if me leaving a review helps get them Top-Rated. Then so be it. Everyone should know how amazing this Org is.
The company I work for has sponsored Tee It Up for the Troops for two straight years and will continue to do so. Tee It Up has demonstrated a sincere caring for our veterans and appreciation for the service they provided. We are proud to be called a sponsor.
Fantastic organization who puts so much into helping improve veterans and their spouse's lives! Reunion was a life changing event for us, thank you Tee It Up for the troops!!
Well run event supporting a great cause. I have attended several golf outings supporting our troops with Tee it up and they do a fantastic job raising money for an important cause.
I have played in and organized many golfing events over the past 45 years and this one by far was the BEST EVER! It was a well organized and fun event along with being very patriotic. Spending a day with a wounded warrior, listening to her stories and witnessing her positive attitude after all she has been through was an experience I will never forget.
It was truly an honor to be part of such a great event for a very worthwhile charity. I hope to participate again next year. Gayle Denton
Desert Mountain Club was fortunate this year to host Tee It Up for the Troops, a highlight of our Spring golf season. It was an honor to be part of this great cause and a moving day for all of our members and staff. We are looking forward to next year and growing the event.
I was fortunate to be a part of this terrific event this past May at Desert Mountain in Scottsdale, AZ and was able to play with Medal of Honor recipient Flo Groberg. It was a very memorable day and one that I will remember forever. The story's of the veterans are amazing as is their courage and sacrifice for our country. Looking forward to the next one in May. Kirk Marshall
Tee it up for the Troops is an absolute amazing organization that has helped me personally, professionally, and gave my family a lifetime of memories that we will never be able to repay no matter what I do. I’ll start with the event in 2017 at Reunion allowed me to spend some quality time with my old Army buddy Darby. It was years having had no real time to connect with someone that I had such an life changing experiences with and it was such an honor to be able to bring my friend to Orlando and give him a chance to relax, since that trip I have seen a huge difference with my buddy Darby, he’s one of the best Dads I’ve ever seen now to his little girl, which he was able to get custody of because of the successes he had after leaving Reunion. If I stopped there you might think it was all that Tee it up For the Troops has done, but there’s more! The second part of my 2017 trip was bringing my Dad to Orlando, when my father retired from the Army in 1988…my family moved to Austin Texas and there was no celebration for my father and his service, in fact he never really talked about his time except a few stories here and there. He didn’t wear his military insignia, he wasn’t thanked for his service. What Tee it Up for The Troops did for my Dad is something I hope to honor for the rest of my life. They gave my father his pride back. In 2017 my Dad started talking to me more after hearing testimony from other Veterans, others from his era and it was so beautiful to see his response. My father passed away last month and before he did, I reached out to see if there was any possible resources they might know that could help my Mom with hospice care. They did help, and thanks to that email I was able to help my Mom with all her benefits and she has a case worker stepping her through all the steps. Lastly I want to share how Tee It Up for the Troops inspired me and helped me, all while thinking I was helping my friend Darby figure it out I got a lesson about my goals in life and what I want to do, it’s to make sure guys like my Dad, who honorably serve and retire should have help transitioning into civilian life to find their “golf”. I know that the game of golf is a powerful tool, I used to think my only goal was to share that passion. Now it’s helping others find their passion. My life has never been better, thanks to Tee it Up for the Troops for helping me find my next mission.
I have played in a number of Tee It Up For the Troops golf tournaments, and over the last several years have also had the opportunity to spend time with the senior leadership of the organization. They are extremely focused on the welfare of the warriors in their ecosystem, and have also partnered with a number of other nonprofits that are just as committed to our veterans as they are. This is a group that puts the welfare of veterans at the core of their mission and delivers powerful results.
I have been involved with running a Tee It Up for the Troops event in Buffalo, NY for 5 years. Tee It Up for the Troops is an amazing organization that is run very lean and efficiently. They provide great resources and support so our charity tournament is always a success. There are many Veteran organizations out there, Tee It Up for the Troops is one of the best at actually making a positive impact on Veterans lives.
I have been part of Tee It Up For The Troops for several years. I give to them because I have seen first hand what they give to our veterans. Many veterans have said TIUFTT has been a significant part of their recovery. I've seen smiles and hope return to them. The need is great and continuing for our military and TIUFTT is there for each of our veterans. It's a fabulous organization, well run by strong professionals and guided by the highest of ethical standards.
Tee It Up for the Troops is one of the finest military-focused non-profits in the United States. It has helped better the lives of thousands of our brave men and women around this great country for more than fifteen years. Not only does it directly help our veterans- it also partners with other non-profits around the country to also effectuate positive change.
Tee It Up for the Troops is a tremendous organization that is laser focused on its mission to honor, remember, respect and support our veterans. As a combat veteran myself, I know first hand the challenges that face veterans and it has been my great honor to volunteer with the Tee It Up team. I look forward to working with them for years to come.
When I showed up at the TIUFTT Golf Event I was so impressed with the sheer number of smiling Volunteers who helped get golfers checked in, saw to their needs, answered questions - everything a guest coming to a charity event would want to experience. The site TIUFTT picked, Brackett's Crossing CC, is first class all the way and is an inviting place to be for a fundraiser like this. The opening program the organizers created was moving and a treat to be a part of.
Not having been in the Military, I am always awed when I am around a veteran or in any activity involving them. How do these people decide to sacrifice years of their life, the lifestyle of their family and other supporters, and (some) give the ultimate sacrifice in the service of their country? So for someone who gave none, I salute and honor those that give so much. To me, that is what TIUFTT does so well - they offer an opportunity for people like me to experience firsthand the sacrifices made by our service men and women and to give something back.
Darrell R - Farmington MN
This is a truly worthwhile and enjoyable event benefiting our veterans and their families. I have been participating for many years and will continue my efforts in the future. This year 80% of the funds raised are going to support local veterens causes, and the other 20% for the national organization which we are happy to support as well.
Has always been a well run tournament, nice course well maintained. Very nice, expensive hole prizes. Food has always been good and plentiful. Nice player’s prizes, sleeve of balls and very nice shirt, plus other small items. Have played in this outing every year since it started. Our foursome’s favorite outing of the year.
Has raised a ton of money for the best charity ever. Vets play for free in the morning round, my understanding that the morning round for the vets fills up in minutes.
Incredible charity and the golf tournament was well organized and at a great golf course! Worth every dollar of my sponsorship. Would highly recommend supporting this cause!
Tee it Up for the Troops is such an exceptional organization. Tee it up for the Troops has made many contributions to our nonprofit organization in the form of hole sponsorships for our yearly golf event. Our family started the CPL Curtis M Swenson Memorial Fund in honor of our son who was KIA 04/02/10 and our mission is to support our local veterans and their families. Not only have we also been able to use those funds to support other local organizations but our pride and joy is giving out scholarships to local high school students who write a paper on how the military has affected their life.
Without Tee it up for the Troops generous donations we would not be able to give the support we do to our local veterans and the families. Thank you, Tee it up for the Troops!
I have been volunteering for Tee It Up For the Troops for years and absolutely LOVE this organization. The stories I have heard from Veterans and how TIUFTT impacted their lives, are incredible and very moving.
The staff is incredible as well. They truly care about the Veterans and making sure they are taken care of and show tremendous respect for those they are helping.
I can't say enough and how proud I am to volunteer with this organization.
Joan K.
I volunteered with this amazing organization for over 8 years!! It was an honor to capture the event through my lens. The staff and volunteers are the absolute best!!! It was an honoring meeting our veterans and seeing what they’ve done to enable them to still be active even with severe disabilities. Many of my favorite photos are from these events!!!!
I've been around Tee It Up for the Troops event for going on nine years now. The passion I see from the hundreds of volunteers involved is inspiring. And then you include the small group of national office employees and it gets better.
The result of the efforts put out this combination of teams has had dramatic impacts on veterans and military family members across the country. Whether is related to PTSD, TBI, veteran homelessness, post-service career assistance, etc.
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I’ve been involved with Tee It Up the Troops for over eight years. I have seen first hand how their events have honored many veterans from the WWII era through today’s younger veterans. I have seen first hand the heart-felt recognition of Gold Star family members.
I have been able to meet with many of their partners that they fund and that provide a wide variety of service/support to veterans, their families as well as current military. Groups that work to eliminate homelessness among veterans. Groups that provide residential “bed and breakfast” facilities for families visiting service members being cared for at VA or military hospitals. I’ve met groups that manage and staff airport lounge facilities for traveling service members, their families and retired veterans. On a 24x7 basis. As well those that provide different styles of therapy for service members/veterans suffering from PTS or TBI. One offer therapy horse back riding another offering an art based therapy approach.
Smaller local groups that collect and distribute gifts to military children during the holiday season at year-end. Or host local lunches or dinners for veterans. Some that offer career and interviewing coaching as well as employer networking.
There is more, suffice it to say that very few veteran focused non-profits have a broader reach or impact. And given the high level of volunteer involvement they do it in a incredible level of financial efficiency.
Tee it up for the Troops honors those who have served our country with grants to organizations helping our veterans and their families heal, transition, grow and thrive. Great organization, great cause.
We would like to say Thank You to the amazing folks at Tee It Up for the Troops! We've had the honor of hosting one of their fantastic tournaments for a few years here at Golden Valley Country Club. The honor and dignity they bring to our Club that day is immeasurable! We look forward to their tournament every year! Thank you Tee It Up for the Troops!
I had the great opportunity to spend time with and participate in a tournament with some great sponsors of the program. This afforded me the chance to get out and play a round of golf with the Desio family whom are some great people all around. I use these opportunities as therapy and after the unfortunate event of having my set of clubs stolen just two days before, this family donated to the cause and supported me by winning the bid on a new set! I am more than greatful to Tony Desio and his family and to the Tee It Up For The Troops organization for the opportunity to participate in such events.
Ran into a young man representing Tee it up for the Troops at Northern Bay resort, being a 100% disabled vet I had to talk to him. He was so gracious and thankful for the troops and very knowledgeable of the organization, a very proud moment for me. I donated that day and numerous other times, I will continue to donate and support you every time I see you. Thanks for what you do. Army Strong!!!!!!!!
I stand and salute Tee It Up For The Troops ! An essential organization that works hard to help Veterans of America's Armed Forces and their families to heal, transition, grow and thrive. I have volunteered along with the residents of Dataw Island, SC by hosting numerous fundraising golf events that help raise donations in support of the TIUFTT Mission-it is a Believe, Achieve, and Succeed organization that help numerous Veteran Service Groups reach out and involve veterans on their road to recovery -they Believe in their Mission, they Achieve their goals and they help veterans in need Succeed in Life. March On TIUFTT-March On!!
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Tee It Up for the Troops is a great organization to work with. Their passion, dedication and hard work show in every event across the nation to honor our service men and women! This is one nonprofit that every community could benefit from!
Tee It Up for the Troops is a great organization. I wish I would’ve found them sooner as golf has played a significant role in my overall mental stability since coming home and transitioning into civilian life.
A great organization that gives wounded service members the chance to either start a new sport or continue a sport they love. This support has been vital to recovery for myself and so many others. After losing my leg in Iraq to a rocket propelled grenade, I needed a goal and direction. Tee It Up for the Troops helped me to set a goal with a sport that I can continue for a lifetime.
Worked hand in hand with the wonderful folks at Tee It Up For The Troops. What wonderful work and support they do!!
Golf tournament with Warrior Foundation-Freedom Station... and they supported our warriors and non profit miraculously.
Keep up the exceptional work!!!
As an older Veteran that physically sees what Tee it up for the Troops does for our younger Vets, I have to thank them and everybody that supports them.
I met JB over ten years ago, and loved what they brought to the table with connecting combat wounded veterans in a large event where story telling makes the weekend. Additionally they connect the care givers as well, to assist with challenges they face.
Have help a lot with being able to play golf that I would not normally be able to play. Golf is my outlet to help with my ptsd.
A great team, a small team of two, who was fully dedicated and determined to see our events to success Their hearts and minds were fully engaged and engaging. They are flexible and always available with one goal in mind. The objective of increasing awareness and raising funds to assist the families of men and women in uniform was above all others.
This team has a great manual to help you be more proactive. They will walk the plan and the activities along your side all they wat until the end of your event and to pre-start the next event.
I have participated in several golf events through tee it up for the troops and found them to be run very professionally. I also have had the opportunity to see what the funds raised can accomplish and it's amazing.
Roger Bjork
Tee It Up for the Troops Inc is an amazing nonprofit organization. I had the honor of being invited to their Reunion event in Orlando to deliver two workshops to Caregiver spouses last year. To see this organization plan such an amazing week for these warriors and their spouses-the details and thought behind each piece-was truly inspirational! Their care for each person and their well being truly shines through each day!
I am a 100% disabled, combat wounded Vietnam vet. I am the primary caregiver to my disabled wife and I suffer from several complications from exposure to agent orange and also PTSD.
Tee It Up for the troops introduced me to golf. They have presented me with the opportunity to mingle with fellow veterans, many of whom have common experiences. I enjoy a respite from my depression and get exercise in beautiful surroundings. I am very bad at golf. I have zero talent. However, the instructors from Tee It Up for the Troops remain encouraging. I never seem to get any better at golf but I do enjoy life more now!
I very much appreciate this organization.
Tee It Up is an incredible organization. They are the real deal. As a combat veteran I appreciate what they do and the honorable way they do it!
Great organization dedicated to helping veterans through the great game of golf! Well run at local and national levels
Have watched this group grow over the years but always maintain their same focus and commitment to our troops.
TIUFTT is a wonderful military non-profit serving Veterans, focusing on those with wounds or injuries through their service. They run their own first-class golf tournaments, as well as helping other clubs and organizations to raise funds towards this cause. They also host an annual reunion for "combat-altered" veterans in Florida that includes counseling sessions, support for spouses & caregivers, reunification with former "battle -buddies", regular & adaptive golf with instruction, and networking opportunities.
I have had the good fortune to serve on the Minnesota Chapter of Tee It Up For The Troops Board of Directors for the past 5 years. I've had a front row seat to see how well they execute their mission. The engagement by the volunteers clearly shows the good that TIUFTT's does. The outcome from each event is remarkable and grows each year. That doesn't happen if TIUFTT isn't effective supporting veterans not matter their era of service. One of the outstanding components of the funds raised is the minimum amount that is dedicated to administration and operations. TIUFTT provides the largest % of funds raised to support the veterans and their needs.
I have been a member of Tee it up since 2007 as a disabled veteran. Thanks to this wonderful charity, they gave me my first ever set of customized Ping golf clubs and lessons which refueled my fire for the game of golf. I have golfed several events with them them every year since then and have personally witnessed the good that this organization has done for Veterans, spouses, and their families. Not only veterans and families, but, veteran based charities as well, such as the Fisher house. I will continue to give my support to Tee it up for as long as I am able to golf and share my story and experiences.
Because when it comes to helping a Veteran they are always there for them. God is so good all the time.
My friends and I have experienced incredible healing from involvement with Golf and
Reunion events that get Vets together. We become brothers because of our service
and the sacrifices we have made. We encourage one another and make fun of one
another to keep things light and with humility. This is a fantastic organization
doing wonderful things for our Veterans and Military
TIUFTT is a GREAT partner in serving Veterans! They are professionally run and do what the say they will do.
We so appreciate them, God Bless and thanks form Fishing for Life!
Tom Goodrich
I have volunteered with this great organization for over 10 years, assisting with their golf events and specifically the opening ceremonies. The people are awesome, and they do so much good for so many.
The opening ceremony of a golf event is special - the introduction by branch and conflict of all veterans attending, the color guard, the introduction of the Gold Star Families, the welcoming of all. These proceedings are very humbling and most rewarding.
I run an Adaptive Golf Clinic in Savannah for disabled warriors/veterans. Tee it Up for the Troops has been a huge benefit to our organization and our veterans. When we needed assistance, they were there. As a disabled veteran it is great to know that there are some organizations like TIUFTT that truly care about the veterans and the troops of all services. I know give them any and all support that I can to assist them in their mission.
Wonderful experience with the golf tournament. organization and the members are very helpful in knowing the immediate needs of the veterans of whom they support
I found Tee It Up FTT through friends while on my journey and am very grateful for the opportunities they've given me to connect and recover.
Thanks TIUFTT!!
I am very proud of our 15 year partnership with Tee It Up for the Troops , it is one of the best nonprofit business that I have ever dealt with. It is a great cause and very well run and managed nonprofit organization that support our veterans and armed forces.
Tee it Up can count on our continued & future support for a long time.
From the people that run this to the very lowest on the ladder they all have the same heart and interest in doing the best they can for the veterans. God bless them all.
We have worked with these folks in connection with the Randy Jones Foundation that strives to help the kids of military family by providing scholarships to them. Like Tee it up for the Troops it's all about helping those that serve our country so selflessly in the protection of our freedom.
Tee It Up For Troops is in the life changing business!! They are selfless servants of our military community. Always giving of themselves to make others lives better. They have definitely changed our lives!!
Exceptional! Great cause and great company. Their events are very well organized and the work they do for veterans puts big non-profits like Wounded Warrior to shame
Love this non-profit for it’s proper use of funds raised and its ability to bring together veterans who need each other as community for mental health. They are amazing!!
We are lucky to benefit from this wonderful organization's efforts in raising funds for this country's injured veterans. They enable to us to place more veterans into employment in the golf industry through our program. Thanks to Tim and the team for all their hard work - great people and a great fellow non-profit.
Tee it up for the troops is one of the greatest organizations that I have been affiliated with. The outreach and constant follow up, to make sure that we are doing well, is what sets them apart. TIUFTT has help me cope with PTSD in more ways then they know and in ways that, frankly I did not know would help! So get involved! Thank you TIUFTT
This group of people really care for the troops. The hard work they put in helps tremendously and they never bat an eye. It’s always great to play golf with fellow warriors.
I am a veteran who has worked as a volunteer for the last 10 years. The last 3 years I have been the volunteer coordinator at the Mendakota Country Club in Minnesota event, which was the original venue. I continue with the organization because it is dedicated to maximizing the net return to help the veteran groups. We additionally split our net funds to half help organizations in the local community and half to help organizations nationally. We carefully vet the organizations in the efficiency and effectiveness. A great organization run by great people. Give and volunteer yourself!!!
Tee it up for the troops has supported our non profit organization, Combat Veterans to Careers, for many years. We find that golf is extremely therapeutic to our combat veterans and with Tee it up for the troops enables us to provide our veterans and families with their needs.
Probably the best thing I could tell you about Tee It Up For The Troops is to share a note written about our organization - which TIUFTT has supported - from the wife of a wounded warrior. What she says about us applies to TIUFTT too, because they have helped make it possible for us to do this very kind of thing for our veterans and service members.
THANK YOU Tee It Up For The Troops:
"My husband is a wounded warrior...he lost a leg in Afghanistan and struggled with a lot before we got in touch with PawPADs a couple years ago. We were eventually partnered with Barkley just over six months later. Barkley is a dog who was rescued from a shelter and trained in a prison...Barkley has changed our lives. There is not a piece of medical equipment on the planet that can do what this dog does for my husband. Barkley has given him a best friend and companion to share not only his struggles and hard times but his successes too...Barkley can turn on the lights and pick things up but the best thing he does is watch out for and take care of my husband...This is a nonprofit that is not only changing lives but changing the world while helping wounded warriors like my husband..."
Thanks again, Tee It Up For The Troops, for making this possible!
As the Executive Director of a non-profit based in San Diego that is supported by Tee It Up For The Troops, we have nothing but an excellent and professional partnership with them. The recent golf tournament they held was well run from check-in to check-out. The goal of the tournament was to have eighty golfers, and they had eighty-five. The function afterwards (including silent auction, live auction and donation request) were handled very well by a professional auctioneer. In the end, it was a successful event. We are thankful for the support of Tee It Up For The Troops.
Tee It Up for the Troops is an organization that delivers and goes above and beyond simply being a non-profit. Because of their dedication, veterans get more of the help that they might need in different areas, and it is a group of professionals who truly believe in giving back to those who have given everything for our country.
JB Ball and his family have created a national organization that rises money to help veterans of all conflicts. The dollars he has raised have gone to numerous projects for veterans acrossed the country. Golf is the venue that Tee It Up For the Troops using to collect the funds and it has grown since 2005 many tournaments acrossed the country. The Ball family is truly a gift to the community and their genoursity helps many acrossed the nation. We would be lucky if every community in country had a family like this.
As the father of a soldier who served in Iraq, the brother of a 20 year veteran, and the son of a WWII/Korean veteran,I am honored to be involved with the TEE IT UP FOR THE TROOPS organization. From humble beginnings at the request of a soldeir serving in Iraq for his family and friends to do something for the soldiers and the families back home, a grass roots effort was created in 2005. In five years TIUFTT has raised over $2,000,000.00 without any national media exposure. It is the american citizen telling the veteran you are appreciated-THANK YOU.
There has been no other veteran-oriented non-profit or charitable organization with which I have been involved, or that I am aware of, that is more dedicated and visionary than this one. The events organized are as well-run and inspirational as any I've seen. It is also among the lowest expense ratio 501(c)3 charitable organizations around which means almost all the money collected by this organization goes directly to support veteran's causes. Tee It Up For the Troops, Inc. was created in 2005 to help support the fallen and disable members of our Armed Forces and their families. The NATIONAL DAY OF GOLF was subsequently formed and has since produced hundreds of golf outings throughout the country where proceeds benefit veterans of all branches and conflicts. This organization is led by a core of dedicated veterans and volunteers. It's mission is to respect and remember the service of those that have given so freely to protect our great nation. It is guided by its charter to garner broad public and corporate support for the needs of veterans and their families through structured patriotically oriented events at both private and public golf courses; stand alone fundraising events, sponsorships and direct donations.