Donation Supports Veterans’ Families in Time of Need
The Bay Pines VA Healthcare System recognizes that a vital part of serving Veterans well is ensuring their loved ones are cared for too.
On Dec. 9, the organizers of the Venetian Veterans Charity Golf Tournament contributed to our mission of serving those who served by generously donating more than $13,000 to the Bay Pines VA Fisher House.
“We’ve always been sensitive to what Veterans and their families go through,” said Ken Deen, Chairman, Veterans Charity Committee, Venetian Golf and River Club. “We’ve been donating to the Fisher House for years but this year, we chose to donate to the one in Bay Pines because it takes care of the Veterans in our community. It feels good to know that we’re contributing to a fantastic organization and that the money is going directly where the need is.”
The Fisher House Foundation was established in 1990 by Zachary and Elizabeth Fisher to provide temporary accommodations at no cost to family members of hospitalized Veterans and active-duty military. Bay Pines VA’s main campus has boasted a Fisher House since 2002 and we look forward to opening the doors of a second Fisher House in the Spring of 2023.
“Veterans have fought for our country, and it is our duty to make sure they and their families are taken care of. We know we cannot do that without the support of our community,” said Shentrela Diggins, Fisher House Manager, Bay Pines VA Fisher House. “Every cent we receive goes directly toward supporting the needs of our guests. We are grateful for this contribution and the tremendous impact it will have on hundreds of families in the coming year.”
Those who are interested in contributing to the Bay Pines VA Fisher House can click here. To learn more about the Fisher House Foundation, visit https://fisherhouse.org/about/.