2ND ANNUAL RAVENNA INVITATIONAL SUPPORTING
INFINITE HERO FOUNDATION
July 27th, 2015
Welcome Welcome to The Club at Ravenna. We are honored to host the Second Annual Ravenna Invitational supporting the Infinite Hero Foundation. As a community, we believe in the importance of supporting our veterans for their service and sacrifice to our country. The Ravenna Invitational is Ravenna’s way to help fund innovative and effective programs for our wounded veterans. Last year, we raised approximately $100,000, and our 2015 goal is to double that amount. In support of the Infinite Hero Foundation, Medal of Honor recipient Sal Giunta and two-time Masters Champion Bubba Watson will join us today as our special guests of honor. We sincerely appreciate Mr. Giunta and Mr. Watson for taking the time out of their schedules to support this important cause. Our goals for the Invitational are to raise money and awareness for the Infinite Hero Foundation; to host a fireside chat that includes insight into Sal Giunta’s military experience and his memoir Living with Honor; to facilitate discussions with Bubba Watson on his military affiliation and golf; and lastly, to provide a fun and enjoyable golf experience for the participants in the Invitational. We thank each and every one of you for contributing to the Infinite Hero Foundation. Today, you are making a difference. A very special thanks to Oakley and their staff, to The Club at Ravenna and their staff, to the media for their interest and exposure of this important cause, to the many volunteers who made this event possible, and to the following organizations for their support:
Oakley, Inc. | Founding Corporate Partner of Infinite Hero Foundation Stevinson Imports | Hole-In-One Sponsor Pure Grips | Golf Grips Ketel One | Spirits
Our hope for you today is that you enjoy The Club at Ravenna, the course, and the individuals who share in the support of Infinite Hero. We hope this day brings awareness and raises record-breaking amounts to help fund the missions of Infinite Hero. Sincerely,
Neil Duncan, Co-Chair
Kevin Collins, Co-Chair
Schedule of Events 8:30AM Range Opens & Registration 10:00AM Bubba Watson Clinic 11:00AM Shotgun Start 3:30PM Reception at Clubhouse & Cigars on the Deck 4:15PM Fireside Chat with Medal of Honor Recipient Sal Giunta & Two-Time Masters Champion Bubba Watson
Tournament Format
1 Net Best Ball, “Par is Your Friend”
Thank You Infinite Hero is proud to have Oakley, Inc. as its founding corporate partner. For decades, Oakley has supported the military by developing technologies that improve the safety, performance and comfort of those whose lives depend on their gear. In turn, the support the company provides covers a large portion of the Foundation’s overhead, allowing the majority of funds received to go directly into grants. To date, Infinite Hero has donated nearly $2 million to 10 different service organizations providing critical support in the areas of mental and physical recovery.
InďŹ nite Hero
InďŹ nite Hero Foundation funds programs that drive innovation and accessibility of effective treatments for military heroes and their families dealing with service-related mental and physical injuries.
What is a Hero?
The heroes of today do not wear capes, masks or mechanized suits. Our heroes silently serve, provide aid around the world and defend the freedom and quality of life that all of us enjoy. They are proud of their service and rarely ask for anything in return. They walk among us, often carrying the scars of their sacrifice.
Our Pledge
Infinite Hero’s pledge to those who have risked their lives is to reward their sacrifice and bravery with support that articulates our gratitude. We partner with like-minded organizations to provide access to innovative rehabilitation programs that address the unique needs of veterans and their families. The measure of our impact is positive outcomes, not merely gestures. Like the heroes we serve, we refuse to shy away from a challenge. Where boundaries exist, we will plow through them. Where strategies and solutions have not yet been found, we will create them. We will marshal the resources of technology, community, medical research and mental health care to foster collaborative innovation and af fect positive change for our heroes in need.
How We Help Since its inception in 2012, Infinite Hero Foundation has awarded nearly 2 million dollars in funding to ten different veteran service organizations offering innovative and effective programs or treat-ments for service-related mental and physical injuries. Infinite Hero will host two grant cycles in 2015, in the spring and fall. Grants are awarded in amounts up to $100,000 per program and last one full year from the date of award, with two years to complete the use of funds.
Grants
Special Guests Sal Giunta Salvatore “Sal“ Augustine Giunta was born on January 21,1985 in Clinton, Iowa. The oldest of three children of Steven—a medical equipment technician and Rosemary—a pre-school teacher, Giunta grew up in Cedar Rapids and Hiawatha, Iowa. At age 18, while working in a Subway sandwich shop, he decided to enlist and he joined the Army in November 2003. He attended Infantry One Station Unit Training and the Basic Airborne Course at Fort Benning, Georgia, before being assigned to the 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team, Vicenza, Italy, on May 24, 2004. Promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant in 2009, Giunta completed two combat tours to Afghanistan totaling 27 months of deployment. On October 25, 2007, while conducting a patrol as team leader, Giunta and his team were navigating through the treacherous terrain of Afghanistan’s Korengal Valley when they were ambushed by a well-armed and well-coordinated insurgent force. While under heavy enemy fire, Giunta immediately sprinted towards cover and engaged the enemy. Seeing that his squad leader had fallen and believing that he had been injured, Giunta exposed himself to withering enemy fire and raced towards his squad leader, helped him to cover and administered medical aid. While administering first aid, enemy fire struck Giunta’s body armor and his secondary weapon. Without regard to the ongoing fire, Giunta engaged the enemy before prepping and throwing grenades, using the explosions for cover in order to conceal his position. Attempting to reach additional wounded fellow soldiers who were separated from the squad, Giunta and his team encountered a barrage of enemy fire that forced them to the ground. The team continued forward and upon reaching the wounded soldiers, Giunta realized that another soldier was still separated from the element. Giunta then advanced forward on his own initiative. As he crested the top of a hill, he observed two insurgents carrying away an American soldier. He immediately engaged the enemy, killing one and wounding the other. Upon reaching the wounded soldier, he began to provide medical aid, as his squad caught up and provided security. For his extraordinary gallantry, unrivalled courage and selfless leadership in action on October 25, 2007, Giunta was awarded the Medal of Honor by President Barack Obama in a White House ceremony on November 16, 2010. Staff Sgt. Giunta was the first living recipient of the Medal of Honor for service in Iraq or Afghanistan, the first living service member to be awarded the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War and the eighth service member to receive the nation’s highest military decoration for valor in Iraq and Afghanistan. His other military decorations include the Bronze Star, Purple Heart, Army Commendation Medal w/oak leaf cluster, Army Achievement Medal, National Defense Service Medal, two Army Good Conduct Medals and the Global War on Terrorism Service Medal to name a few. He retired from the Army in June 2011 and is the author of Living with Honor (2012). He currently resides in Colorado with his wife Jennifer Giunta and his daughter.
Special Guests Bubba Watson
Known for incredible shot-making, mammoth drives, a hot pink shafted driver and an electric personality, Bubba Watson is a true all American superstar. Bubba grew up the small town of Bagdad Florida where he began the game of golf at age 6. He was given a cut down 9-iron from his father and learned to play the game by hitting wiffle-balls around the house. More interestingly, the only golf lesson Bubba received was from his father at a very young age and he has not had a lesson since. He is truly a self-taught golfer. He continued working on his golf game through middle school and high school to earn himself a golf scholarship to the University of Georgia where he helped lead the Bulldogs to an SEC title in 2000. In 2001, a year away from graduating, Bubba decided to turn professional and went on to lead the Tour in driving distance multiple years in a row. From humble beginnings to winning seven times on the PGA Tour, Bubba knows what it takes to succeed at the highest level. He takes great pride in his performance on the course and he works even harder off the course. Bubba quickly recognized his responsibility as a role model to young kids and in 2008, without telling his family and friends, he decided to go back to the University of Georgia and complete his degree. Bubba wanted to be able to encourage kids to get an education and pursue their dreams and therefore felt it was important to set an example. Bubba and his wife, Angie are committed Christians who share a passion for philanthropy and dedicate as much time as possible to giving back. They are involved with multiple charities throughout the year and run several junior golf events. Both on and off the course, Bubba’s character exemplifies the strength and humility it takes to succeed in life. Seven-time PGA Tour winner 2015 WGC HSBC Champion 2014 Masters Champion 2014 Northern Trust 2012 Masters Champion 2010 Travelers Championship 2011 Farmers Insurance Open 2011 Zurich Classic
How to Contribute How can I help support Infinite Hero? You can make a monetary donation to Infinite Hero through PayPal by clicking on the “Donate” tab in the upper right corner of the Infinite Hero website. If you encounter any problems trying to make a donation or would like to contribute products or services to Infinite Hero, please email the foundation at: info@infinitehero.org. How can my corporation help support Infinite Hero? Infinite Hero looks forward to partnering with corporations that align with its mission, particularly in aspects of their business and values. If you would like to join the ranks of those supporting Infinite Hero, please email the foundation at: info@infinitehero.org.
CHALLENGE COIN Jack Beckman NHRA Challenge Coin “Fast Jack” Beckman has reached the pinnacle of the sport of NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing, winning championships in both the professional and sportsman ranks. Nevertheless, his current mission of raising awareness and funds for the Infinite Hero Foundation might be the most rewarding of his trackside achievements. Since the Infinite Hero Foundation Dodge Charger R/T Funny Car hit the track at the sixth event of the season near Houston in April 2014, Beckman has been the pitchman for educating the NHRA community on the foundation and cultivating funds via the sale of Infinite Hero challenge coins. For the 2015 season, a new Infinite Hero Foundation challenge coin will debut that Beckman carries in his Don Schumacher Racing Funny Car on each lap down the track. He then signs the coins with the track location and speed of the pass. The coins are available for purchase trackside at Beckman’s IHF pit area or at the Oakley trailer for a $100 donation to Infinite Hero Foundation or if you make $100 or more donation online and email your receipt and shipping address to info@infinitehero.org. Beckman, Oakley and DSR are now making a limited number of coins available to fans who cannot attend an NHRA Mello Yello Series event. Beckman will personally sign and number five coins that made a lap from each of the events on the 2015 NHRA schedule. Those coins, along with an Infinite Hero Foundation shirt,will also be available for purchase on DSR’s ebay store (shoe_racing). http://www.gofastjack.com.
AID FROM OAKLEY
For decades, Oakley has supported the military by developing new technologies that improve the safety, performance and comfort of those whose lives depend on their gear. The company provides the very best to our men and women in uniform. Inspired by their courage and committed to honoring their sacrifice, Oakley is proud to support the founding of Infinite Hero with a special edition product collection to benefit the foundation.
Ravenna
Life is lived simply at Ravenna. Ravenna is situated on 634-acres of pristine Colorado land, adjacent to the Pike National Forest, the Platte River and protected to the east by the Dakota Hogback. The Jay-Morrish designed award-winning championship golf course decorates the rolling hills and provides for a breathtaking golf experience. Only 30 minutes from downtown, 20 minutes from the Tech Center, and steps from some of Colorado’s best hiking and biking trails, Ravenna’s location is unique in that it is protected from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, yet conveniently located to all Denver has to offer. Over 150 custom homesites decorate the real estate at Ravenna, ranging in price from the mid$200,000s to the mid-$600,000s. Custom homes at Ravenna are built into the knolls and hills and have become a natural extension of the land. Residents at Ravenna enjoy views from their custom homes of the golf course, of the red rock formations, and downtown Denver. Also offered at Ravenna are 3 semi-custom products that feature main-level living opportunities. Starting from the low-$700,000s, Remington Homes has designed roomy ranch plans that decorate the valley nestled against the Dakota Hogback and backing to the 10th green. Burdick Homes has also created the Terracina Collection, which begins in the mid-$800,000s and rest along a ravine behind the landmark entry water feature. The third and final semi-custom product is Thomas Sattler’s European Estate Collection, which is perched atop 36 homesites overlooking the 1st, 2nd, and 18th golf holes, many with downtown views. Both residents and non-resident members also enjoy access to the Club, which includes access to the golf course and the full social calendar of live music, burger nights, vintner dinners, Junior Golf clinics and more. For more information on the Club or real estate at Ravenna, please contact the exclusive listing broker, Dale Schossow, to schedule your property tour at 720-956-1600 or visit RavennaGolf.com.
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