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Quail Creek Golf Event Raises $185,000 for Home Base Florida
The annual fundraiser supports medical care and wellness programs for veterans and military families.
Published on Mar. 5, 2026
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The sixth annual Salute to Veterans Golf and Dinner event held at Quail Creek Country Club in Naples, Florida raised over $185,000 for Home Base Florida, a nonprofit that provides medical care and support services to veterans, military families, and service members. The event featured an 18-hole golf scramble, reception, and dinner, with Home Base Florida veteran participants paired with donor teams. Retired U.S. Army General Ed Dyer chaired the event, which has now raised over $840,000 for Home Base Florida over the past six years.
Why it matters
Home Base Florida plays a critical role in supporting veterans and military families in the Naples area, providing access to clinical care, wellness programs, and peer support - particularly for those dealing with the "invisible wounds" of war like PTSD and traumatic brain injury. Events like the Salute to Veterans Golf and Dinner help raise vital funds to expand these important services.
The details
The sixth annual Salute to Veterans Golf and Dinner event was held on February 7th at Quail Creek Country Club in Naples, Florida. The event featured an 18-hole scramble golf tournament, a reception, and a dinner program. Home Base Florida veteran participants were paired with donor teams for the golf event. Guests heard directly from program participants about the impact of the organization's support. The keynote speaker was Medal of Honor recipient and retired U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Ryan M. Pitts.
- The event was held on February 7, 2026.
- Home Base Florida launched in 2014.
The players
Ed Dyer
A Quail Creek resident and senior advisor for Home Base Florida who chaired the event.
Scott Kash
A Quail Creek Country Club golf professional who was recognized with the PGA HOPE Patriot Award for his commitment to serving veterans through golf.
Ryan M. Pitts
A Medal of Honor recipient and retired U.S. Army Staff Sergeant who delivered the keynote address at the event.
Home Base Florida
A nonprofit that provides medical care and support services to veterans, military families, and service members.
Quail Creek Country Club
The Naples, Florida country club that has hosted the annual Salute to Veterans Golf and Dinner event for the past six years.
What they’re saying
“The ongoing partnership between Home Base Florida and Quail Creek Country Club truly makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our veterans and their families.”
— Ed Dyer, Quail Creek resident and senior advisor for Home Base Florida
What’s next
Home Base Florida plans to continue expanding its services and access to care for veterans and military families in the Naples area.
The takeaway
The Salute to Veterans Golf and Dinner event demonstrates the power of community partnerships to support critical services for those who have served. Over the past six years, Quail Creek Country Club has raised over $840,000 for Home Base Florida, helping the organization deliver no-cost clinical care, wellness programs, and peer support to veterans and military families in need.
