The Exchange Club of Fort Bend is not only known for their community service but for their history of annual fundraisers such as the Great Duck Race and the Duck Golf Classic. According to Club President, Kelli Metzenthin, “This year, is no exception. The Club will pivot our fundraising efforts due to the COVID Pandemic and concern for the health of the community.”
The Club is excited to announce that this year’s fundraiser is the Virtual Field of Shields – Protecting the Spirit of Community Service, Youth, and Americanism to Help Prevent Child Abuse.
The Exchange Club of Fort Bend is putting together a Virtual Field of Shields for the betterment of the community. The Club is asking supporters to sponsor a virtual shield. The shield symbolizes the protection of those in need throughout our community. Campaign Chair, Qaisar “Q” Imam states, “The Field of Shields is an exciting innovative approach to ensure that even during these challenging times we do not take our focus off what we value as a community. I believe that our supporters with their generous hearts will step up once again to raise funds for many wonderful non-profits in Fort Bend County. On top of all that, our sponsors at certain levels will still be able to enjoy golf and great local food. It’s a win-win!”
By supporting education, law enforcement, veterans, domestic violence and child abuse victims, health care, and mental health issues, The Exchange Club of Fort Bend helps to bridge service gaps and therefore nurtures a safer community for all. This year, more than ever before, these issues are at the forefront as people struggle with the pandemic.
Shields can be sponsored by individuals or companies. Sponsorships range from $2500 – $25. There are several benefits and eligibility is based on the level of sponsors. Please go to www.fieldofshields.org for more information or to place your Shield in the Field. Shield Bearers at the time of this release are:
The Law Office of Andrew Dunham, Advance Oncology, Bushra Cheema, M.D., Luxe Plastic Surgery, The Kutty Law Firm, Theo and John Healey, The Dunlap and Molho Families, Kelly Orth, Dearborn and Greggs Investments, Commissioner Vincent Morales, Precinct 1, William and Barbie Benton, Kelli and Steve Metzenthin, Mike Reichek Region 5 VP National Exchange Club, Mike and Jackie Reichek-Reichek Financial, Judge KP George, Jennifer Cantu for Commissioner Fort Bend Precinct 1, Dr. & Mrs. Shareque Haque, Fairyal & Murad Ali – The Website World, Allan A. Cease & Associates, P.C, Mike Beard Constable Fort Bend Precinct 1,Gary Gates for Texas, Brooks Street BBQ, Pecan Grove Country Club, Bollo Woodfire Pizza, and Pepperonis Pizza
The Exchange Club of Fort Bend is a local community service club that is one of many local expressions of a National Organization represented in over 500 cities across the nation. The Club strives for a better community through fundraising and volunteerism. The funds raised help nonprofit organizations in Fort Bend County. The Club donates an average of $30,000 per year to Fort Bend County nonprofits. Areas of service include Americanism, Youth, Community Service and ultimately, The Prevention of Child Abuse.
The Exchange Club of Fort Bend meets for lunch on Wednesday’s at the Sugar Creek Country Club. Currently the Club is meeting virtually. If interested, please contact exchangeclubfortbend@gmail.com.
