Registration is Open for the Pond’s Charity Golf Tournament on June 9
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Registration is Open for the Pond’s Charity Golf Tournament on June 9

The Virginia Pond will host its 23nd Annual Charity Golf Tournament on Thursday, June 8th.  Proceeds will benefit local charities like those listed on the Pond’s charity page.  Here are the details: DATE:    Thursday, June 8, 2023 TIME:     1pm Shotgun Start PLACE:  Brookwoods Golf Club in Quinton, VA Use the below form to register online, or click the…

VA Pond 2023 NCAA Pool
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VA Pond 2023 NCAA Pool

BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT POOL Fund Raiser Supporting the Virginia Pond Total Squares = 64 $10 per Square Payment required by the time the squares are drawn Names and Regional Teams will be drawn at the Pond’s March 15th Social Payouts will be as follows: Reach the Sweet 16                 $   5 Reach the Elite 8                      $ 10…

Whistler Awaits!
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Whistler Awaits!

HOBGI’s 117th annual Grand Nest Convention will be held in the beautiful resort town of Whistler, BC (Canada) – site of the 2010 Winter Olympics.  Whistler has been voted one of the top destinations in North America year-over-year since the mid-90’s. Join us at the Hilton Whistler Resort & Spa for fun and fellowship!  One…

October 19 Piggin’ & Jiggin’ Recap
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October 19 Piggin’ & Jiggin’ Recap

The Virginia Pond’s 12th annual October fundraising event was held Wednesday, October 19.  This year, we switched things up and moved the event to Extra Billy’s Smokehouse and Brewery in Midlothian, VA. Proceeds still benefitted Comfort Zone Camp (CZC), a safe place for grieving kids.  Live music was provided by Barefoot Joe, who is no…

October 19 Piggin’ & Jiggin’
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October 19 Piggin’ & Jiggin’

The Virginia Pond’s 12th annual October fundraising event will take place on Wednesday, October 19.  This year, we’re switching things up and moving the event to Extra Billy’s Smokehouse and Brewery in Midlothian, VA. Proceeds will still benefit Comfort Zone Camp (CZC), a safe place for grieving kids. Join us for an evening of fellowship,…

Meet your 2023-2024 Grand Nest Officers
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Meet your 2023-2024 Grand Nest Officers

The following Grand Nest officers were elected and installed at the 117th annual Blue Goose Convention, held in Whistler, BC July 10-13:  (L-R) Most Loyal Grand Gander Steve Carson II of the Michigan Pond:  Grand Supervisor Wendy Hubbard of the Hartford Pond; Grand Custodian of the Goslings Tom Elder of the Kentucky Pond; Grand Guardian…

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The Virginia Home

The Virginia Home, founded in 1894, is a Richmond based residence for adults with irreversible physical disabilities.  Their mission is to ensure residents lifelong comfort and security, regardless of the ability to pay – helping them live meaningful lives in spite of major physical challenges.

Tech For Troops

Tech For Troops (T4T) takes donations of used computer equipment and uses them to provide training, education and technology opportunities for veterans and their families.  Founded in Richmond, T4T has grown to support veterans nationwide.