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TEENS OVERCOME ADVERSITY by Jean Eisenmann | photo courtesy of Journey To Dream social media page
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ou’re invited to participate in one of the finest golf tournaments of the year to support an exceptionally worthy cause.
Each registered player will receive a complimentary golf vest and polo shirt to commemorate the day. A putting clinic scheduled during registration time will be hosted by Pat O’Brien. He is recognized as one of the top putting instructors in the world. Action swing photos also will be available. The anticipated shotgun start to the tournament will sound at 1 p.m.
risk, and homeless teens to overcome
In compliance with COVID-19 regulations, bag lunches will be offered, though after golf, players are invited to enjoy dinner at the club. Everyone waits with anticipation to hear the announcement of scores for trophies and awards, and a “King’s
successful adults.
It’s time for the 15th annual King Metals Invitational Golf Tournament benefiting Journey to Dream and Kyle’s Place. The tournament is scheduled for Monday, April 19th at the beautiful Stonebriar KING METALS INVITATIONAL Country Club in Frisco, and this year’s tournament will be held TOURNAMENT on Stonebriar’s exclusive member course.
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Eddie King, founder and CEO of King Architectural Metals in Dallas, has whole-heartedly supported Journey to Dream since its inception in 2004. Through his company, King has donated approximately half a million dollars over the years, and so many teens in need have benefited from his continued philanthropy. It is a cause near and dear to his heart, and in line with his beliefs that we are all our brother’s keeper. His drive is motivated by the hope that with our efforts, the world can be a better place. Registration for the event begins at 11:00 a.m., concluding at 12:30 p.m. 22 | LANTANA LIVING | MARCH 2021
Special” raffle will be held for exceptional prizes. As the events of the day wind down, you’re invited to attend an after party on the patio.
adversity and live purposeful lives.
To accomplish this daunting task, JTD offers these youth a wide range of
services, including education, counseling, basic life needs, and safe shelter. JTD empowers them with positive coping
abilities and life skills, with the ultimate goal that every teen in need become
self-sufficient, productive, independent, In 2017, Journey to Dream opened Kyle’s Place to provide transitional living for
teens between the ages of 14 to 19. It’s
a comfortable place and safe shelter for teens to live and pursue their futures
while working with family counselors and
mentors who help with life skills. “At Kyle’s Place, these teens learn a new way of life,” said Sims, the Chief Development Officer for Journey to Dream. “We want them to experience love and support – many for the first time – while they work towards
Deadline for registration and payment is April 1st. For more information, or to become a sponsor for this exciting event, please email Samantha Sims at Samantha@JourneytoDream.com.
overcoming negative behavioral cycles,
Journey to Dream (JTD), a non-profit in Lewisville, is on a mission to embrace, equip, and empower victimized, at-
on the war against teen homelessness and
achieving goals, and becoming optimistic about the future.”
Funds raised from the King Metals
Invitational will make a significant impact allow for the continued care of these atrisk, homeless, and underserved teens.
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