NJ Vietnam Veterans Get Due Recognition at Upcoming Golf Outing

On Monday, August 12th, Board Vice Chair and Golf Committee Chair, Vietnam Veteran Gordon Pingicer, along with NJVVMF Executive Director, Sarah Taggart, will welcome more than 200 people to the Eagle Oaks Golf & Country Club in Farmingdale, NJ, for the 25th Annual NJVVMF Golf Outing.

The event is always a sell-out, but this year is extra special. In addition to celebrating the event’s 25th anniversary, the one-of-a-kind memorial, museum and education center dedicated to New Jersey Vietnam Veterans will be using the silver anniversary to honor and remember a very special person, Ed Eget.

Ed served in the US Air Force, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant. In June of 1969, Ed was seriously wounded in action while serving in Vietnam. His heroic service earned him several combat awards including: the Bronze Star, Air Medal with 16 clusters and the Purple Heart. Ed also received the highest non-combat related medal for valor, the Airman’s Medal, after an airplane in Bermuda exploded and Ed walked through the flames to enter the aircraft and save everyone on board.

The annual awarding of the Edward Eget Trophy will ensure that Ed’s legacy endures.

In addition to the inaugural Ed Eget Trophy award, other prizes include: closest to the pin, longest drive, lowest-score prizes, and the chance to win a car on two holes. The New Super Ticket includes two mulligans and the chance to win additional prizes, including extra cash on all Par 3’s and eligibility for special drawings, a putting contest and a shoot out.

EARLY BIRD EXTENDED: The NJVVMF is extending its special, early bird pricing until Friday, July 12th. Golfers who register on or before July 12th will enjoy a $50 discount ($200 per foursome) on their registration fee.

Sponsors of the event so far include: The George Link, Jr. Charitable Trust, Gold Coast Cadillac, Jim Curley Buick GMC, ICUNJ [Integrated Construction & Utilities, NJ], and Maureen and Jim Butler. New sponsors are welcome.

Sponsors receive many recognition opportunities for their support of New Jersey Vietnam Veterans, including a logo and/or link on the website and all event-related emails and mentions on social media. At some levels, sponsors are also recognized at the tournament throughout the course.

“I hope you will be able to join us for a truly outstanding day. If you can’t play, please consider taking a sponsorship to support this great Foundation. Sponsorship support is vital to this 30 year-old, publicly supported organization to help support the dozens of ceremonies, exhibits and educational programs offered each year at the NJVVMF.” Gordon Pingicer, Board Vice Chair and Golf Committee Chair, Vietnam Veteran

The NJVVMF offers sponsorship opportunities at several levels, and there is sure to be one that is a perfect fit for you and your business.

Visit the NJVVMF online to register for the event, and for more information about sponsorships.

Visit here for more information about the Museum, including updates about special exhibition events, like the recently installed exhibit, Above & Beyond: The History of the Medal of Honor.

ABOUT THE NEW JERSEY VIETNAM VETERANS’ MEMORIAL FOUNDATION

Since 1995, the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial has provided a place to remember and honor the 1,563 New Jerseyans who made the ultimate sacrifice during the Vietnam War. Each year the Foundation welcomes thousands of visitors and guests to dozens of ceremonies, educational and outreach programs. The adjacent Vietnam Era Museum is the only museum of its kind in the country.

The Foundation operates and manages the New Jersey Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial and the adjacent Vietnam Era Museum & Educational Center located at 1 Memorial Lane off Exit 116 (PNC Bank Arts Center) in Holmdel, NJ.

The Vietnam Era Museum & Educational Center is the first and only educational center and museum of its kind in the United States. Dedicated in September 1998, the Museum is devoted solely to gaining an understanding of the conflict in Southeast Asia and the surrounding political strife in America.

For Museum hours and directions, visit njvvmf.org. The Memorial is open 24 hours, seven days a week.