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Making a Difference: Henry’s Place Foundation
Metro Sergeant Henry Prendes was tragically killed in the line of duty while responding to a domestic violence call in 2006. Since then, Sergeant Prendes’ widow Dawn has helped honor her husband’s sacrifice and dedication to his job and community through Henry’s Place Foundation, which recently held its 7th Annual Henry Prendes Charity Golf Classic at SouthShore Golf Club.
All told, the event raised $16,000 for Henry’s Place, a camp facility for underprivileged local youth currently being developed in Cedar City, Utah. Highlights from the evening included a cocktail walk sponsored by Southern Wine & Spirits, a zip line sponsored in part by the MonteLago Village Association and a benefit concert featuring live entertainment. The Foundation will also donate partial proceeds to the Injured Police Officers Fund on behalf of Officer David Vanbuskirk, who recently sacrificed his life in the line of duty. Officer Vanbuskirk was also honored at the event with the “Golf Balls from Heaven” fundraiser, where a Metro Search & Rescue helicopter dropped 1,000 pre-numbered, pre-sold golf balls over the green.
“Through the continuous support of our community, we are finally able to turn our dream into a reality when we break ground on the camp site in October,” said Dawn Prendes. “I am truly grateful for Sheriff Gillespie and Metro’s involvement, all the golfers who participated, the generous donations of so many local businesses and the media who help us promote our efforts.”
For more information on Henry’s Place Foundation, visit www.henrysplace.org.
