Charities that support the military received more than $50,000 last year from the Gulf Power Clay Shoot for America’s Heroes. This year, the annual event returns to the Santa Rosa Shooting Center in Pace on Nov. 6 to support Building Homes for Heroes and Gulf Coast Veterans In Need — two local charities that provide assistance to wounded military members and their families in Northwest Florida.

Building Homes for Heroes gives mortgage-free homes to wounded American service members.
•Three homes have been given or pledged with plans for several more in Northwest Florida.

Gulf Coast Veterans In Need supports severely injured veterans in the Pensacola Bay Area.
•The group works with individual service members to coordinate benefits, community resources and family needs and determines the level and type of additional assistance.

The Clay Shoot for America’s Heroes is run by Gulf Power Transformers, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit employees service organization that provides support to our local communities through volunteer service and financial assistance.
 
“There was terrific response from the community last year and once again we have selected two great causes that provide priceless support to our military veterans,” said Natalie Smith, Gulf Power spokesperson. “Our employees are proud to bring awareness and funds to local groups that support our military friends and neighbors.”  

This year’s event will feature two start times at Santa Rosa Shooting Center in Pace. Flights begin in the morning at 8 a.m. and in the afternoon at 1 p.m. — with a hearty lunch from the award-winning Big Juicy Butts barbecue team being served for both flights at noon. The lunch will feature barbecue, and a silent and live auction. 

To reserve a spot for a team or obtain sponsorship opportunities, email Tina Stojak at tmstojak@southernco.com or call (850) 444-6884.

Gulf Power Company is an investor-owned electric utility with all of its common stock owned by Atlanta-based Southern Company. Gulf Power serves more than 436,000 customers in eight counties throughout Northwest Florida. The company’s mission is to safely provide exceptional customer value by delivering reliable, affordable and environmentally responsible electricity while strengthening our communities. Visit online at MyGulfPower.com or on the company’s Facebook page, “Gulf Power Company.”

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