A Decade of Dedication

This charity event, now in its 13th year, brings together residents, staff, and supporters to raise vital funds for adaptive mobility equipment. Since 2012, the Legends Golf and Country Club community has rallied behind the Stand Up and Play Foundation, a 100% volunteer-based nonprofit organization. Their shared mission: provide active standing therapy for individuals with mobility challenges. Through golf and tennis tournaments, they’ve raised over $350,000.

Personal Connections with Veterans

Ranae Frazier, General Manager/COO of Legends Golf and Country Club, highlights the impact, “Seeing disabled veterans stand up with the ParaGolfer or VertaCat, swing a golf club, and regain independence is heartwarming. It’s a testament to our community’s compassion.”

Tom Michaud, retired Chief of Police and Army veteran, understands the significance firsthand. Living with Multiple Sclerosis, Michaud uses a ParaGolfer adaptive mobility device. “This event changes lives. Adaptive equipment restores mobility and normalcy.”

Expanding Reach

The Stand Up and Play Foundation has chapters nationwide. Last year’s beneficiary, US Army veteran Karen Atkinson, received a VertaCat. This year, Karen Atkinson along with Sonia Ilias and Charlene Williams will help direct a new, Stand up and Play foundation chapter at Rocky Point Golf course in Tampa, Florida for veterans, first responders and all those with mobility challenges in nearby communities.

Gratitude

Anthony Netto, Founder and adaptive golf instructor, expresses his gratitude, “Witnessing veterans’ joy when using our ParaGolfers or VertaCats is incredible. We’re proud to support those who sacrificed for our freedom.”

Get Involved
Join the movement empowering veterans and individuals with mobility challenges. Together, let’s support freedom and independence. Email admin@StandupandPlay.org or call 941-320-9688 to donate or learn more.

Stand Up and Play Foundation
https://standupandplayfoundation.org/

About Stand Up and Play Foundation
The Stand Up and Play Foundation provides adaptive golf equipment, training and support for individuals with mobility challenges, focusing on veterans and first responders.