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Woodruff Foundation Raises $250,000 at Veterans Golf Classic

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The Bob Woodruff Foundation held its third annual Veterans Classic at the Westhampton Country Club on May 20, raising more than $250,000.

The Bob Woodruff Foundation held its third annual Veterans Classic at the Westhampton Country Club on May 20, raising more than $250,000.

authorStaff Writer on Jun 3, 2024
The Bob Woodruff Foundation held its third annual Veterans Classic at the Westhampton Country Club on May 20, raising more than $250,000. The event featured a performance by the veteran-owned... more

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