YMCA Of South Florida Hosts 10th Annual Veteran’s Day Salute

“Our Veteran’s Day Salute is a tradition for the Y as we celebrate and recognize those who have served and are serving our country,” said YMCA of South Florida President and CEO Sheryl A. Woods. “We take this opportunity to thank our Veteran’s for their service and to their families for their support.”

Mark Nutsch, who served in the Army as a Ranger Regiment and Special Forces Officer, deploying on multiple combat tours, is this year’s keynote speaker. He will share his remarkable experience leading a 12-man team in an unconventional warfare campaign following the 9/11 Attacks in a mission that changed the course of history.

More than 500 Veteran’s and guests are expected to attend. All Veteran’s in attendance will receive a special gift that includes a challenge coin, a commemorative shirt and more.

“We are honored to have Mark as our special guest this year. His stories serve as a reminder that we shall never forget September 11th and the sacrifices our military made during that time,” said Woods. “We invite the community to join us for this special celebration.”

According to data from the Florida Department of Veteran’s Affairs, nearly 10% of the nation’s 19.1 million Veteran’s live in Florida, making it the third largest Veteran population in the nation. Through the YMCA’s Military Membership, families can spend quality time together, meet other military families and enjoy the Y’s Membership offerings in a supportive environment. Military Benefits include opportunities for paid employment and as volunteers, facility usage for training purposes, health and wellness seminars and cross promotions of shared resources.

In addition to Milner Technologies, additional sponsors of the 10th Annual Veteran’s Day Salute include Partnership Sponsor The City of Weston; and Host Sponsor Bonaventure Town Center Club. Platinum Sponsors are Brown & Brown Insurance, Fifth Third Bank and Verizon; Gold Sponsors are Cole, Scott & Kissane, Memorial Healthcare System and UKG; Silver Sponsors are Cleveland Clinic, Hooters Weston, JM Family Enterprises, The Palace Weston, PCI, and Gulf Building; and Bronze Sponsors are America’s Office Source, Downtown Photo, Duane Morris, Elderly Care Law Firm, Holman, Hotwire Communications, OmniAngel Technologies LLC, Rumberger Kirk, TD Bank, USS Fort Lauderdale (LPD 28 Support Committee), The Wawa Foundation and Waste Management.

Sponsorships to the 10th Annual Veteran’s Day Salute Breakfast start at $3,000 for a table of ten guests. Sponsorships are available at various levels, and each Sponsorship supports Veteran attendance. To purchase Sponsorships and for more information, visit: https://ymcasouthflorida.org/veterans-day-salute.

The YMCA Of South Florida:
For more than a century, the YMCA has been woven into the fabric of the South Florida community. As a leading NonProfit, the Y is committed to strengthening community through more than 200 programs serving everyone from six months old to 100 years young. Our Family Centers and programs are inclusive, vibrant hubs of community life, offering a diverse array of classes, cutting-edge fitness facilities, life-saving aquatics, exciting community events, unforgettable camps, supportive after school care, and holistic health and wellness programming. At the Y, there’s something for everyone! Join the movement by connecting with us on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or https://YMCASouthFlorida.org.

For more information about Sponsorships or the event, contact Aimee Fretwell at: AFretwell@ymcasouthflorida.org. Or call: (954) 334-9622. Extension#: 1045.