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Homefront Media Takes on The Wingman Foundation Posted September 29, 2017 by Lisa Strickland | News | 0 Comments

Get to know the men who help the victims/loved ones of aviation mishaps. 

Mike Rogers and Ricky Savage of The Wingman Foundation were in-studio today with radio/television host Aaron J. Brooks of Homefront Media to talk about their mission to #NeverLeaveAWingmanBehind and the organization’s incredible work.

Tune in to AM 1170 The Answer (KCBQ) Monday, October 2nd from 6-7pm to catch this compelling segment.

Better yet, throw your support behind the mission by registering for the “Sound of Freedom” Charity Golf Scramble at #MCAS Miramar,  October 13th.

This event features athletes, celebs, USMC aviators, and more! It’s a sellout every year, so donate/register to play at golfmcaa.com.

Proceeds benefit The Wingman Foundation, Semper Fi Fund, Operation Boomerang & the Travis Manion Foundation. 

Oorah!

MCAA 2017 Charity Golf Scramble Friday, October 13th Posted August 20, 2017 by Lisa Strickland | News | 0 Comments

Whoosh! Were those F/A-18 Fighter Jets or was that your tee shot? It might be the sound of time flying by before it’s too late to register for the “Sound of Freedom” Charity Golf Scramble on base at MCAS Miramar, Friday, October 13, 2017.

This Marine Corps Aviation Association event promises to be star-studded with special guests, including Scott Huesing, USMC (Ret), author of Echo in Ramadi, Marines and veterans, Pros Fore Charity, Chris Brake Photography, games, raffle items and more!

Proceeds will benefit Travis Manion Foundation, The Wingman Foundation, Operation Boomerang and Semper Fi Fund, all of which support Marines, injured veterans and their families.

The 18-hole shotgun start kicks off at 10:00 a.m. with registration opening at 8:00 a.m. All winners and major sponsors will be recognized in a short reception at the conclusion of the tournament where prizes, raffle items and silent bid items will be presented.

Your support is critical to the success of this event. Our mission is to raise $150,000.

Here’s how you can help:
~Register to play or choose an event sponsorship level on our website.  

Can’t play but want to support our military? Donate to the mission on our website. 

What are you waiting for? Head over to the Facebook MCAA Miramar 2017 Golf Scramble page for the latest news!

Meet Award-Winning Author, Caregiver Expert Bobbi Carducci Posted August 20, 2017 by Lisa Strickland | News | 0 Comments

Bobbi Carducci is the author of Confessions of an Imperfect Caregiver, an intimate account of her experience as an in-home caregiver for her father-in-law for seven years.

Bobbi will present Prepare To Care – What Adult Children Need to Know About Alzheimer’s/Dementia Before and After It Strikes Home, Wednesday, August 30th from 10:00a.m. – 11:30a.m. at Insight Memory Care Center.

Seating is limited and you must register to attend.

Visit www.insightmcc.org for more information or RSVP by sending an email to christi.clark@insightmcc.org.

A caregiver advocate and trained caregiver support group facilitator, Bobbi is often a guest speaker at corporations, law enforcement agencies and civic groups.

Author John DeDakis at Chautauqua Institution Posted August 20, 2017 by Lisa Strickland | News | 0 Comments

The solar eclipse kicks off CNN journalist John DeDakis‘ writing workshop week at Chautauqua Institution. “From Novice to Novelist,” August 21st – 25th.

Register here: http://bit.ly/2wNjE78. And don’t forget your eclipse glasses!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MCAA Event For Semper Fi Fund Huge Success Posted November 12, 2016 by Lisa Strickland | News | 0 Comments

The Marine Corps Aviation Association (MCAA) Charity Auction and Golf Scramble to benefit Semper Fi Fund raised more money this year than ever before. We’re talking big time six figures! This would not have been possible without the generous support of our sponsors and private donors. To everyone who worked hard to make this event a success – our heartfelt thanks. For Brava Creative Group, it was an honor and a privilege to organize this event.

 

Sending out an “Oorah” to Medal of Honor recipient Dakota Meyer, Congressman Duncan Hunter, the USS Midway Museum, Mark Divine of SEALFIT, David Rivera at George’s Camera, GovX,  Pacific Marine Credit Union, Porsche of San Diego, realtor Jonathan Olow, Ivy Island Productions, The Printers’ Circle, A Veteran’s Valet, Chris Brake Photography and Hannah Mullins at Channel 10 News – thank you for going above and beyond.