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United Way of the Greater Dayton Area Hosts Greene County Strong Families Classic

In Charities, Children and Family, Local News, Uncategorized on August 20, 2026 at 10:18 am

DAYTON, OH — The United Way of the Greater Dayton Area (UWGDA) is thrilled to announce the return of its highly anticipated 5th Annual Strong Families Classic Golf Outing. Benefiting families throughout the Greene County area, the charity tournament will take place on Friday, September 18, 2026, at the premier Beavercreek Golf Club.

For over 100 years, the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area (UWGDA) has led a united community effort to uplift neighbors across Montgomery, Greene, and Preble counties. By supporting vital programs and services offered by local organizations, UWGDA works daily to build a stronger, more resilient region. Event proceeds will directly benefit UWGDA’s Strong Families initiative, an impactful program focusing on housing security, academic success, and economic mobility to help local families thrive.

Golfers and community members are invited to hit the links for a day filled with camaraderie and a shared community purpose. Beavercreek Golf Club is a premier public course offering top-tier amenities, including a beautifully maintained 18-hole course, a full-service driving range, and professional practice greens.

Participants will enjoy a dynamic day on the course featuring a variety of specialty contests and challenges. Highlights include the high-energy Air Cannon Challenge, the Dixon Fiesta Bowl Hole-in-One Contest, and the Aurelius Challenge. Players will also go head-to-head in traditional longest drive and closest-to-the-pin competitions. The day will conclude with an official awards ceremony and a recognition luncheon hosted by popular local Emcee Dan Edwards.

This year’s tournament is made possible through the continued generous support of Presenting Sponsors SRC, Inc. and SierTek, Ltd.

Additional key community support includes:

  • Birdie Sponsors: Rodriguez Financial Services (Ask Rafi), McCalister’s Deli, IH Credit Union, BI-SI Solutions, and Harley-Davidson of Xenia.
  • Par Sponsors: CDO Technologies, IUE/CWA, and Beavercreek Rotary.
  • Hole Sponsors: CareSource, Joe & Amanda Jenkins, Lampton, Engle & Associates Insurance, Reynolds Machinery, I Supply Company, City Barbeque, Fairborn Lions, Fairborn Rotary, and the Fairborn Chamber

Event Schedule & Details:

  • Date: Friday, September 18, 2026
  • Location: Beavercreek Golf Club, 2800 New Germany Trebein Road
  • 8:00 a.m. – Registration, Driving Range Opens & Breakfast
  • 9:00 a.m. – Shotgun Start
  • Conclusion – Awards Ceremony & Recognition Luncheon

To register to play, sign up as a volunteer, or explore remaining corporate sponsorship opportunities, please visit the official event page at charitygolftoday.com/strongfamilies2026. For more on the United Way, visit, www.Dayton-UnitedWay.org or call (937) 225-3001.

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By the numbers: 8th Annual Rafi’s Amigos Golf Outing nets $28,000 for area JROTC

In Children and Family, Dayton Ohio News, Education, Local News, Technology, Uncategorized on September 27, 2025 at 12:00 pm

Beavercreek, OH – On Friday, June 6, 2025, the 8th Annual Rafi’s Amigos Golf Outing welcomed golfers, sponsors, and supporters for a day of purpose-driven play at Beavercreek Golf Club. Despite a rainy start in the morning, the skies soon cleared, making way for an event that ran seamlessly. With 116 players participating, this year’s outing proved to be a resounding success, according to founder, Col. Rafi Rodriguez, USAF (Ret.) and Dr. Jesse Steiner, director of Air Camp.

Rodriguez is the owner of Rodriguez Financial Strategies, LLC, in Beavercreek, Ohio and his annual event raises funds to send Junior U.S. Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps (JROTC) cadets from the Greater Dayton area to an exclusive one-day AirCamp. The program is designed to introduce the cadets to aviation-focused STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) through hands-on experiences—including a flight with an instructor pilot. Rodriguez has made it his mission to provide cadets with opportunities he wishes he had at that age.

USAF JROTC Cadets from Bellbrook, Beavercreek, and Fairborn attended the one-day AirCamp session on September 19 at the Lewis A Jackson Airport in Xenia.

“This outing is more than just a golf tournament—it’s about helping our JROTC cadets access experiences that can shape their futures,” Rodriguez explained. “Through AirCamp, these young men and women are introduced to the fascinating world of aviation, leadership, and teamwork. Seeing them leave inspired is the ultimate reward.”

AirCamp, co-founded by Lt. Gen. Dick Reynolds, USAF (Ret.), has earned a reputation for its unique approach to STEM education, leveraging the thrill of aviation to engage students in critical thinking and problem-solving. “Every time a cadet walks away excited about science and technology, we know we’ve made a lasting impact,” Reynolds said. “This program is about more than flying—it’s about opening doors to new opportunities.”

The outing is funded by presenting sponsor White-Allen Auto Group: Volkswagen, Chevrolet, and European—alongside Dixon Golf,  GLD Communications. Dr. Jesse Steiner is the executive director of AirCamp. “About $16K will go to send 40 Junior ROTC cadets comprised from the Bellbrook, Fairborn, and Beavercreek Hich Schools to attend the exclusive 1-Day Air Camp,” he said. “The event took place on September 19th, 2025, at the MacAir Aviation facilities at the Greene County Airport.”

“A total of $6K will be allocated ($1K each) for two Junior ROTC selected from each participating High School to attend the 1-week AirCamp. This is an increase from $3K last year,” Steiner reported. “A total of $5,000 will go to purchasing new equipment (drones, raft, etc.) for AirCamp training modules.”

Other reported figures from the event included $750 towards supporting the “Girls in STEM” 1-Day AirCamp on September 20th. Residual funds have been allocated for administrative and other supporting expenses.

Rodriguez expressed his gratitude to all who participated and contributed to this year’s success. “We had an amazing turnout and raised significant funds to send these young cadets to AirCamp,” he said. “This program is about investing in their future, and we couldn’t do it without our sponsors, golfers, and the support of our community.”

The 9th Annual Rafi’s Amigos Golf Outing is already scheduled for Friday, June 5, 2026, Beavercreek Golf Club. Registration details to be announced in January at www.askrafi.com/events.