Par for a Purpose: Funding the Future of STEM
More than 140 golfers competed in the annual AFCEA Educational Foundation Golf Tournament at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, Virginia, on September 29. Once again, the tournament raised more than $40,000 to support science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) scholarships and teacher grants—matching last year's impactful contribution.
The overcast skies kept the temperatures comfortable, making for ideal playing conditions. Spirits were high, swings were strong and the event was a hole-in-one for STEM education.
The AFCEA International Educational Foundation, in conjunction with AFCEA chapters worldwide, provides more than $2 million in scholarships and grants per year. It exists to ensure tomorrow’s workforce has the necessary technical skills to be competitive in the fast-paced, ever-changing global security arena.
“A huge thank you to everyone who teed off with us at our annual charity golf tournament! Whether you were sinking birdies or just avoiding bogeys, your generosity was a hole-in-one. All puns aside, every participant, sponsor and staff member not only made the tournament possible, but made it a tremendous and most appreciative success," said Lt. Gen. Susan S. Lawrence, USA (Ret.), president and CEO of AFCEA International. “Because of our generous supporters, AFCEA's Educational Foundation is able to play a vital role in advancing STEM education, helping students and educators access the resources they need to succeed in a rapidly evolving workforce. You didn’t just play the course—you changed the course for tomorrow’s leaders. Fore-ever grateful!”
This year's winners were:
First place (score: 52)
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Reggie Gillis
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Kevin Dilland
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Steve Galing
Second place (score: 54)
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Terry Benedict
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Mike Yang
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Chris Malta
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Dan Wilson
Third place (score: 54)
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Brendan Pastor
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John Durastanti
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Terry Tuttle
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Mike O’Hanlon




Closest to Pin—Women: Carla Rivera
Closest to Pin—Men: Jason Henham
Long Drive—Women: Kathy Cowles
Long Drive—Men: Ben Bujnowski
Off the course, the attendees were able to bid on a number of generous prizes. The winners include:
Bourbon basket: Palmer Sims
Bourbon glasses: Kevin Curry
50/50 contest: Maj. Theron “TJ” Brower
Photography Raffle: Brittany Cardenas, Mike Black, Tim Reyna, Terry Tuttle (won two) and Gretchen Gunning
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