ICO Hosts Successful Veterans Tribute Pickleball Social



On May 16, Interfaith Community Outreach (ICO) hosted its Veterans Tribute Pickleball Social, bringing together veterans, players, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters for a day of fellowship, fun, and community impact.

Held in honor of General Paul X. Kelley, USMC (Ret.), the event featured open pickleball play, a silent auction, and opportunities to celebrate and support local veterans. Proceeds from the event benefit ICO’s Veterans Outreach Program, which provides compassionate, practical support such as emergency financial assistance and mental health counseling services to help veterans and their families overcome hardships and regain stability.

The day began with a patriotic opening ceremony as members of the American Legion displayed the flags and Mary Beth Fanelli performed the National Anthem, setting a meaningful tone for the event.

“We are incredibly thankful for everyone who helped make this event a success,” said ICO Director Jenniffer Albanese. “From our veterans, players, volunteers, donors, and sponsors, this event demonstrated the power of a community coming together to support those who have served our country.”

ICO extends special appreciation to Chris Kelley Cimco for her generous sponsorship and support of the event. Her commitment helped make the Veterans Tribute Pickleball Social possible and contributed to the continued success of ICO’s Veterans Outreach Program.
ICO also recognizes the many generous sponsors whose support made the event possible. A heartfelt thank-you to: Title Sponsor Chris Kelley Cimco; The Hadsell Family; Grace Wealth Partners; Macko Construction; Coldwell Banker Vandermyde Group; Bear Drugs; Orca Wealth Management; Lynda Burek; Kelli Harmon, Edward Jones; SAGA; TowneBank; Eric Hoffman; Farm Bureau; Albanese Construction Co.; Kellogg; Johnson, Mizelle, Straub and Consolobo; Dils Family; Cindy Gross; Ripple Fiber; Jarrell Property LLC; Dominion Energy; Hardy Moving; TowneBank Mortgage; Kaye Jones; Southern Bank; and Bearing Insurance, for their generous support and commitment to our community.

The organization also thanks the American Legion, Mary Beth Fanelli, the many silent auction donors, volunteers, veterans, and players whose contributions helped create an unforgettable day.

Through its Veterans Outreach Program, ICO provides assistance to veterans facing hardship while ensuring access to critical resources and support when they need it most.

For more information about Interfaith Community Outreach and its programs, visit www.interfaithoutreach.com

Interfaith Community Outreach
115 Mustian Street
PO Box 1663
Kill Devil Hills, NC 27948
(252) 480-0070 phone
(252) 261-6342 fax

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