Mission Statement:

The Folds of Honor Foundation salutes the sacrifice of fallen and disabled service members by ensuring their families are not left behind. Through scholarships and other assistance, we provide healing and hope to these families and seek to rally the nation in support of those who have served and sacrificed for our country.

Chapter 2 Kansas City - Localized Goals:

  • Make Kansas City Patriot Golf Day the best in country.
  • Develop a program in Kansas City that can be duplicated in other cities.
  • Host annual "Freedom Isn't Free" Gala fundraiser annually.
  • Raise private donations for charity through sponsorships and founding members.
  • All proceeds to support the Folds of Honor Foundation and veteran related efforts.
  • Market and promote the Folds of Honor mission locally.
  • Inspire a greater sense of patriotism within our community and our nation, honoring and helping those who have served and sacrificed.

 

Founder - Major Dan Rooney

The Folds of Honor Foundation was founded in 2007 by Major Dan Rooney, a former F-16 pilot, golf course owner, PGA Professional and USGA member. A Major in the Air National Guard and a decorated military aviator, Rooney has served three combat tours in Iraq. After returning from his second tour, Major Rooney witnessed a profound situation that drove him to create the Folds of Honor Foundation.

 

Watch a video of Major Rooney's story.

 

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2011 Patriot Golf Day:

 

Patriot Golf Day is the flagship fundraiser for the Folds of Honor Foundation. On Labor Day weekend, golfers across the country are asked to add an extra dollar to their greens fees to fund Folds of Honor scholarships. The Patriot Golf Day campaign is jointly supported by The PGA of America and the United States Golf Association. Visit your local golf course this Labor Day Weekend to support the Folds of Honor Foundation.

 

Click here to view the Patriot Golf Day PSA Running on the Golf Channel.

 

The inaugural Patriot Golf Day in 2007 was started by Major Dan Rooney, Founder of the Folds of Honor Foundation, F-16 Pilot, PGA Professional, and USGA member. On Labor Day 2007 Rooney asked golfers to add $1 to their greens fees. His request resulted in donations of more than $1.1 million from more than 3,200 golf facilities. In the last three years, golfers nationwide have been instrumental in raising more than $5.3 million through Patriot Golf Day events.

 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Freedom Isn't Free Gala Info:

 

MARK YOUR CALENDAR & SAVE THE DATE ON OCTOBER 14, 2011....

The greatest measure of respect that we can bestow upon a fallen hero is to step up, step in and support that soldier's family - to open our hearts, extend our embrace and lend a generous hand, providing for others in a selfless manner that would make any patriot proud.

 

The Folds of Honor Foundation, Chapter Two Kansas City is extremely pleased to announce its inaugural Freedom Isn't Free Gala to be held at the Live Strong Sporting Park Member's Club on Friday, October 14, 2011.

 

Sponsorship Opportunities Available:

 

·        $1,000 Table Sponsor - Includes 1 table (8 seats) at the Gala, name listing in the program, and a Folds of Honor polo and hat.

 

·        $5,000 Freedom Sponsor - Includes 1 table (8 seats) at the Gala, full page ad in program, signed plaque from Major Dan Rooney, 4 Folds of Honor golf polos and hats, 2 guest invitations to an intimate meet and greet with Major Rooney and other special invitees prior to dinner and gala.

 

We hope that you will mark your calendar and join us in October for this momentous inaugural event! For more information please send inquiries here.

 

 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

For more information about the Folds of Honor Foundation click here.

 

Donate Today!

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