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The 8th Annual Harvick4Heroes PGA REACH Charity Pro-Am, presented by SoundGear, brought together community leaders, sports figures, and golf professionals for competition and philanthropy, raising more than $400k and propelling total funds raised past $1.9 million since its 2018 inception.

The 7th Annual Harvick4Heroes PGA REACH Charity Pro-Am presented by SoundGear brought together community, competition, and a shared mission at Trump National Golf Club – Charlotte., raising over $280,000 to support both the Kevin Harvick Foundation and PGA REACH Carolinas Foundation, ensuring more Veterans, youth, and diverse communities across the Carolinas have access to the game of golf.

Charlotte, NC (October 15, 2024) - The 6th Annual Harvick4Heroes PGA REACH Charity Pro-Am presented by Sound Gear was an absolute success! The day encompassed camaraderie, gorgeous weather, exciting play, engagement with PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) Veterans, and culminated with a reception and a live auction. The stunning Trump National Charlotte created the perfect venue for the twenty-two teams to tee off on the brisk October morning. The Rolling Hills team consisting of PGA Professional Jeff Avant and Nolan McBride (a), Patrick Bartlett (a), Mike Yermack (a), and Kurt Odom (a) went low, winning by one stroke at 28-under par. Congratulations also to the Truist Wealth team led by PGA Professional Aaron Black for placing 2nd place at 27-under and to the A.L.L. Construction team led by PGA Professional Luke Lovellfor placing 3rd at 24-under.

Players listened to the stories of PGA HOPE Charlotte Veterans Curtis Croft (USMC), Randy Ly (Army), and Tim Hammer (Army). They also learned about the Kevin Harvick Foundation and the three Pillars of PGA REACH Carolinas: Youth, Military, and Diversity & Inclusion.

Following the tournament, players gathered for an evening of drinks and hors d’oeuvres where a live auction for exciting PGA Championship packages. The entire event with the Pro-Am and online auction raised over $250,000 for both foundations.