Horatio’s Heroes’ 6th Annual Golf Tournament raised a record-breaking $43,650! For the first time, proceeds will be distributed to multiple local Connecticut causes in community development, health, education, and social services—thanks to the incredible generosity of our sponsors, volunteers, and supporters.
Horatio’s Heroes is proud to announce that this year’s Annual Golf Tournament held on May 20th raised an incredible $43,650, a record breaking total that marks the most successful fundraiser in the event’s history.
Now in its sixth year, and its second year under the Horatio’s Heroes nonprofit, the tournament brought together golfers, sponsors, and community members for a day of fun, philanthropy, and impact. This milestone wouldn’t have been possible without the generosity and commitment of our community. Our mission has always been to make the world a little brighter, and this year’s turnout showed just how powerful that mission can be when people come together.
Expanding the Impact
In previous years, tournament proceeds supported a single cause. This year, Horatio’s Heroes announced a new approach: distributing funds to multiple local organizations across Connecticut. These causes will be chosen within the nonprofit’s core focus areas of community development, health, education, and social services.
To ensure the community has a voice in where the funds go, Horatio’s Heroes is inviting recommendations. Supporters can email local cause suggestions to horatiosheroes@gmail.com. Please send the organization name, a description of what their organization supports, and where the funds are needed within the organization.
Recognizing Our Partners
The record-breaking success of this year’s tournament would not have been possible without the support of our sponsors, volunteers, and participants.
Platinum Sponsors: Strathman-Winch Insurance, Blasius GMC, Young Developers LLC, B.K. Controls
Gold Sponsors: Sasso's Coal Fired Pizza, Sunview Property Services LLC, Jimmy Nardella, Titos Handmade Vodka
Silver Sponsors: The Quiet Zone of Bantam, RP3 Electric, Andrew Hyduchak, DiGiovanni's Outdoor Maintenance
Bronze Sponsors: Conto Micelli Group Merrill Lynch, Yordon Landscape Co., Northwest Environmental Water Laboratory, Patriot Electric Construction LLC, Jay Irvine, The Donahue Family, Barts Tree Service, Natural Pet Oasis, I Got Your Six, Alliance All Trades, JHD Corporation
Specialty Sponsors: MGT Electrical Services Inc. (Cigar Booth), Davis Auctions (Putting Contest), The Quiet Zone of Bantam (Closest to the Line), Sasso’s Coal Fired Pizza (Closest to the Pin, Longest Drive, Golf Cart), Watertown Meat Center (Sandwich & Grill), Frankie’s Family Restaurant (Grill)
Additional thanks go to the dozens of tee sponsors, including local businesses and families who gave generously to support this cause.
Volunteers and Community
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the many volunteers whose time and dedication ensured the tournament ran seamlessly: Cheryl Nardella, Lisa Dantino, Becky Hubert, Steve & Sherri Knightly, Andrew & Sarah Miceli, Randy Watts, Brad Watts, Tom Dipietro, Lori D’Angelo, Jodi DiTillo Sarlo, Allie Knapp, Meghan Tomsheck Sexton, Jill Fitzgerald, Zaynah Francis, Brynlie Swoyer, and Rachel Bouffard.
Special thanks to Rob Gurry for donating volunteer shirts, the Watertown Golf Club team for hosting and supporting the event, and John Kritzman of Farview Collective for capturing incredible photos throughout the day. Here is a link to the full photo album from the tournament.
Looking Ahead
Horatio’s Heroes is committed to transparency and impact. Supporters are encouraged to follow along on social media and sign up for the nonprofit’s newsletter at www.horatiosheroes.com to see how this year’s funds are distributed across Connecticut.
We can’t thank everyone enough for making this our best year yet and we can’t wait to see what next year brings!