Beyond the Fairway: Long Beach Golf Community Teams Up to Support US VETS

Honoring Veterans Day: LBGN and Rec Park 18 Ambassadors Unite for US VETS – Long Beach

On Veterans Day 2025, Long Beach Golf News (LBGN) proudly partnered with the dedicated Rec Park 18 Ambassadors to support US VETS – Long Beach. This powerful collaboration highlighted community spirit through focused fundraising, supporting veterans transitioning from homelessness to stable lives. Their efforts represent the essence of gratitude and unity, proving that golf is a significant driver of meaningful change.

Beyond the scorecard, golf is about community, pride, and purpose—this is the true spirit of the game. 

A Partnership Focused on Purpose

On Veterans Day 2025, LBGN joined forces with the Ambassadors of Rec Park 18 to support US VETS – Long Beach. This collaboration successfully shone a spotlight on the power of the local golf community and the difference our shared culture can make beyond the course.

LBGN was on location to capture the event, documenting not just a fundraiser, but a story of neighbors, athletes, and leaders coming together to honor those who served. The day reflected the core values of Veterans Day itself: gratitude, unity, and action.

The Power of Rec Park 18 Ambassadors

Rec Park 18 boasts the most active local team of Ambassadors in the region, regularly raising over $30,000 annually through on-course fundraisers. Their commitment goes far beyond the game; they have built a tradition of giving back that ensures local charities receive the support they need to directly impact lives in Long Beach.

On Veterans Day, that tradition was amplified. The Ambassadors rallied alongside LBGN, directing their energy and resources toward US VETS – Long Beach. This vital organization is dedicated to helping veterans transition from homelessness to stability, offering essential services like housing, employment assistance, and hope for the future.

A Community That Makes a Difference

The partnership between LBGN and the Rec Park 18 Ambassadors is powerful proof that golf is more than a sport—it is a platform for change. By blending storytelling, focused fundraising, and deep community pride, this collaboration continues to show how local teams can drive national impact.

"Every swing, every fundraiser, is about more than golf—it’s about giving back," said Roger Gilliam, Rec Park 18 Ambassador. "We’re proud to stand with LBGN and US VETS to honor those who served and help them find stability and hope."