About Us

Tee it up for the Troops, Inc. was established by the family and friends of a soldier serving in the U.S. Army. When the father asked what the son needed he responded by asking his father to do something for the soldiers and families of the fallen and disabled back home. This nonprofit 501(c) (3) corporation (Tax I. D. #20-2974507) was born to help fulfill that request, and to honor and recognize the needs of all veterans who have served this nation.

Beginning in 2005, in conjunction with and in support of Tee it up for the Troops' NATIONAL DAY OF GOLF, golf courses and country clubs throughout the U. S., on a day near September 11th have conducted golf tournaments to salute all those who have answered our nation's call to duty and raise funds for a wide array of programs and organizations devoted to the well-being, recovery and support of our wounded warriors, veterans and their families.

Tee it up for the Troops, Inc. devotes a portion of the contributions it receives to providing equipment, programs and services to wounded warriors, as well as in-theater active duty members of our nation's armed services. All remaining contributions received are distributed among over 30 well regarded non-profit charitable organizations which carry on highly effective programs and activities to ease the burdens of many severely injured members of the United States Armed Forces and their families.

Who We Support

TEE IT UP FOR THE TROOPS, INC.
Tee It Up For the Troops is led by a core of dedicated veterans and volunteers.  The mission is to honor, respect and remember the service of those that have given so freely to protect our great nation.  It is guided by its charter to garner broad public & corporate support for the needs of veterans and their families through structured patriotically oriented events at both private & public golf courses, stand alone fundraising events, sponsorships and direct donations. It is with these funds that the organization is committed to assisting those in need that have served us so well. Additional information is available at www.teeitupforthetroops.com or by calling (952) 646-2490.

PAWS FOR PURPLE HEARTS
PPH fosters the independence of mobility impaired wounded warriors by furnishing them with well trained service dogs. Additionally PPH creates therapeutic learning opportunities for wounded warriors displaying post traumatic stress disabilities by preparing them to train the very assistance dogs that will ultimately be paired with the wounded warriors. PPH’s pioneering work is being conducted under the auspices of the Assistance Dog Institute, the Veteran’s Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System and Walter Reed Army Medical Center. Additional information is available at www.pawsforpurplehearts.org or by calling (707) 545-DOGS.

FISHER HOUSE
Fisher House provides lodging and meals to the family members of patients who are recovering from injuries in a “Home” setting at 43 “Fisher House” residential facilities located near the veteran’s hospitals. Transportation assistance is provided for the patients and families through the Hero Miles program. Additional information is available at www.fisherhouse.org or by calling (888) 294-8560.

DISABLED SPORTS USA
DSUSA provides “adaptive” sports programs, including golfing, kayaking, skiing, hunting, biking and rock climbing to assist those wounded warriors with disabilities gain confidence and dignity through sports, recreation, and other programs. Additional information is available at www.DSUSA.org or by calling (301) 217-0960.

WOUNDED WARRIOR PROJECT
WWP supplies backpacks containing pajamas, personal hygiene supplies and other comforting essentials to the wounded upon their arrival at acute care hospitals and medical centers and offers on-going benefits counseling throughout the wounded warrior’s recovery. In collaboration with Disabled Sports USA (see above) WWP develops programs and opportunities to participate in vigorous sports outings as a means of restoring self confidence and physical fitness. Additional information is available at www.woundedwarriorproject.org or by calling (877) TEAMWWP.

INTREPID FALLEN HEROES FUND
The Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund is a leader in supporting the men and women of the Armed Forces and their families. The Fund has provided close to $120 million in support for the families of military personnel lost in service to our nation, and for severely wounded military personnel and veterans. In 2007 the Fund completed construction of the Center for the Intrepid, a $55 million world-class state-of-the-art physical rehabilitation center at Brooke Army Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas and in June, 2010 dedicated the National Intrepid Center of Excellence a 72,000 square foot state of the art facility adjacent to the new Walter Reed National Military Medical Center to conduct advanced research and provide diagnostic, treatment, counseling and therapeutic services, for military personnel and veterans with traumatic brain injuries and post traumatic stress. Additional information is available at www.fallenheroesfund.org or by calling (800) 340-HERO (4376).

What People Are Saying

"WOW!!!!!! What an incredible day."
-- A Participant

"Congratulations for a job well done. What a great day!! This event was truly about the Troops. I was proud to be part of a cause that is bigger than all of us."
-- A Participant

"Thanks for a wonderful event. Once again, you and the wonderful people at Alta Vista went above and beyond. We are looking forward to next year."
-- A Wounded Warrior

"Congratulations on a highly successful tournament and for your incredible generosity in supporting the troops. We are grateful!"
-- A Military Participant

"As a veteran, I would like to extend my personal thanks to all involved for making it a great day for everyone that attended and for the troops that will benefit from your hard work and dedication. Please count me in for next year; I wouldn’t miss this event for anything."
-- A Participant

"Thank you and Alta Vista’s members for making the Tee it up for the Troops tournament such a success. The products of your efforts are the mended hearts and repaired lives of heroes and families that sacrifice so much for this country."
-- A Military Participant

"What a great day and what a fun tournament!!! World-class tourney all the way."
-- A Participant

"Just wanted to congratulate you and all your committee for a great job with the tournament yesterday. I know for myself it was an emotional reality check on what these kids go through in fighting for our freedom. I can't begin to tell you how many times I had a lump in my throat as I saw what sacrifices these heroes have made."
-- A Participant