Bright and early, on August 10, Jet Fresh Flowers hosted their 2nd Annual Blooms + Birdies Golf Tournament. This vibrant event brought together industry professionals for a day of fun, flowers, and philanthropy. This year, Jet Fresh Flowers collaborated with SAF to raise funds and awareness for the Society of American Florists (SAF) Advocacy efforts. A portion of the registration and with the support of over 22 sponsors, Blooms + Birdies was able to make a generous donation. This will help further SAF’s important work on Capitol Hill.
Tee-rific Start
The tournament featured 18 sponsored holes, each supported by industry companies and Jet Fresh partners. As golfers signed in, they were greeted with Golf Swag bags that included the coveted 2nd annual Jet the Dog mascot ball marker, along with other golf goodies. As the game began, guests were treated to floral-infused waters at the Hydration Stations, generously sponsored by Petal Productions, ensuring everyone was refreshed and ready to hit the greens.
The course itself was a sight to behold, with stunning flower art installations from Esmeralda Farms and Rosaflora LTD. The installations added a touch of beauty to the day’s events. As the golfers prepared to set off in their carts, Jet Fresh Sales Captain, Casey Black and SAF’s CEO, Kate Penn, took a moment to welcome everyone and emphasize the significance of the day’s fundraising efforts for SAF.
Partner Support
True to Jet Fresh’s fun-loving spirit, several holes featured engaging and interactive games. A Hula Hoop challenge sponsored by Flower Clique, added excitement as the golfers competed for a cash prize. On Hole 3, Floral Trade sponsored a Cigar Tent, complete with a professional cigar roller. 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers & Jet Fresh Flower Growers teamed up to sponsor a $10K Hole-in-One Cash Prize. Accent Décor and Rosaprima sponsored closest to the Pin prizes on Holes 8 and 14, respectively. Deliflor Americas took charge of Hole 9, sponsoring the longest drive prize, and creating friendly competition throughout the course.
At the Clubhouse, Happy Endings was busy printing custom Blooms + Birdies T-shirts, allowing guests to design their limited-edition merch. The tournament also featured a live recording of The Two Fat Guys Podcast, where golfers and sponsors shared their favorite moments from the event.
After the golf concluded, everyone gathered for the much-anticipated Awards Lunch, co-sponsored by Esmeralda and Rosaflora. As guests enjoyed their meal, the fundraising continued with a 50/50 raffle, and the winners of the tournament were crowned, receiving the prestigious Masters of Fresh: Green Jackets.
The 2nd Annual Blooms + Birdies Golf Tournament successfully raised a four-figure donation for SAF. It was a day of fun and truly showed the power of the floral community. Jet Fresh Flowers extends their heartfelt thanks to all the sponsors, participants, and supporters who made the event a tremendous success, helping to advance the important work of SAF.
- Accent Decor
- Albin Hagstrom
- Armellini
- Bill Newbold Ferneries
- Chrysal USA
- Deliflor
- Details
- Esmeralda
- Eufloria
- EZflowers
- 2 Fat Guys Talking Flowers
- Jet Fresh Flower Growers
- Floral Trade
- Florius
- Flower Clique
- Ikebana
- Petal Productions
- Pollen Talent
- Rosaflora LTD
- Rosaprima
- Smithers Oasis
- That Flower Feeling
