WCF Hosts ‘A Salute To Our Heroes’ Fundraiser

By Denise Fleischman-November 16, 2018

The Wellington Community Foundation held its third annual Red, White & Blue Jeans event to honor local veterans and heroes on Friday, Nov. 9 at the Wellington National Golf Club. The evening was dubbed “A Salute To Our Heroes,” and many local heroes were honored, including a special guest of honor, U.S. Air Force veteran Ken Adams. This patriotic event brings the community together for dinner, dancing and a special ceremony honoring veterans, including those missing in action. Along with recognizing all veterans in attendance, special recognition awards were given out to U.S. Air Force veteran Al Ziker, Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue Capt. Bob Dawson, Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office Detective Daniel Delia, Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue Capt. Tom Dalman, U.S. Air Force Academy recruit Wyatt Boswell, U.S. Air Force Academy recruit Mikey Garofalo and U.S. Air Force Academy recruit Zack Beatty.