We Will Never Forget
Our outing began in May of 1991, when friends and fellow firefighters gathered in Orange County, New York, to honor the memory of FDNY Firefighter Al Ronaldson of Rescue 3 who was killed in the line of duty on March 5, 1991, while operating at a fire in the Bronx. What started as a heartfelt tribute soon grew into the legendary Alfred E. Ronaldson Spring Golf Classic, affectionately called “The Woodstock of Golf. ” With music in the air, grills smoking, and laughter rolling across the fairways, the event became a celebration of life, camaraderie, and the spirit of the FDNY.
By its tenth year in 2001, the outing had become the largest golf event of its kind in the world, spreading across 14 courses and drawing more than 1,700 golfers. After the 10th annual outing, the members of Rescue 3 announced that they had achieved their goals and would be ending the annual tradition.
Just four months later, the world changed forever.
September 11, 2001, brought unimaginable loss, including the sacrifice of 343 FDNY members. In the months of sorrow that followed, firefighters from across America came to New York—standing shoulder to shoulder at funerals, digging through the ruins of the towers, and offering strength when it was needed most. After the attacks on the World Trade Center, the City of Myrtle Beach, like good people from all over the world, wanted to do something for the FDNY. They invited our group to enjoy their hospitality and numerous golf courses. In 2002, the golf outing found its new home becoming the FDNY 9-11 Memorial Golf Outing. The Myrtle Beach community opened its arms to the FDNY, offering a place of respite, healing, and remembrance. Firefighters from all corners of the nation came together not only to play golf, but to honor the fallen, support their families, and reaffirm the traditions of service, honor, and brotherhood.
In 2011—on the eve of the 10th anniversary of 9-11, the bond between Myrtle Beach and the FDNY was forever sealed. During a solemn ceremony, FDNY members presented the city with a steel ribbon beam from the North Tower of the World Trade Center. Draped in the American flag and carried by uniformed firefighters, the beam became a sacred symbol of remembrance and gratitude. The 9-11 Memorial can be viewed at Warbird Park in Market Commons, Myrtle Beach.
In 2024, a committee of retired FDNY Firefighters rebranded the outing, incorporated as a non-profit and partnered with the Founders Golf group to reinvigorate enthusiasm for the long-standing event.
The FDNY 9-11 Never Forget Golf Outing, continues the age-old tradition of firefighters getting together to share good times, remember those who have gone before us, and help those that are in need. Our two-days of golf and three nights of social activities are dedicated to those who have made the supreme sacrifice, and those who continue to battle the aftereffects of 9-11 to this day. Our aim is to have you feel like you are sitting in the firehouse kitchen.
We are an IRC 501(c)(3) Non-profit. Thanks to your participation in previous years, we have been able to donate to the FDNY Family Transport Foundation, The Thomas Elsasser Fund, The Low Country Firefighter Support Team, PGA Hope Project Golf for Disabled Veterans, Firefighter Cancer Awareness and Mentoring NYS, and the Firefighter Cancer Support Network.
Join us for our 2026 event on May 17-19, 2026, by clicking the link below and registering yourself and/or your team. Not a golfer? Join us for just the social events. Register below.
Event Details
Courses:
Myrtlewood - Palmetto
Myrtlewood - Pine Hills
Pine Lakes Country Club
World Tour Golf Links
Social Events Locations & Times
Sunday Night: MEET & GREET CALLI BAKER'S FIREHOUSE GRILL
910 LAKE ARROWHEAD MYRTLE BEACH
5:30- 8PM
MONDAY NIGHT: CHARLESTON BBQ
CALLI BAKER'S FIREHOUSE GRILL
4:30 PM
TUESDAY DINNER:
PINE LAKES COUNTRY CLUB
IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING GOLF
All events will be a cash bar.
All events will be a cash bar.
Please use the form below to register for the event.
Questions can be forwarded to
neverforget911golf@gmail.com
Accommodations
We have arranged for blocks of rooms to be held at the following locations:
We have arranged for blocks of rooms to be held at the following locations:
We have arranged for blocks of rooms to be held at the following locations:
Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort
Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort
We have arranged for blocks of rooms to be held at the following locations:
We have arranged for blocks of rooms to be held at the following locations:
Embassy Suites Myrtle Beach Oceanfront Resort
9800 Queensway Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC.
Rates starting at $262 per night.
Reservations must be made before Tuesday, April 1, 2026.
To make your reservations Call: 800-876-0010
Please give group code, MBN , in order to obtain the group rate
Any Questions call: 843-497-1755 for assistance
Crown Reef Resort
Crown Reef Resort
Crown Reef Resort
Crown Reef Resort
2918 S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC
Rates starting at $125.00 per night
Call 844-827-2434 by March 22, 2026
Group Name – Never Forget 911 Golf 2026
Landmark Resort
Crown Reef Resort
Crown Reef Resort
Landmark Resort
1501 S. Ocean Blvd., Myrtle Beach, SC
Rates starting at $95.00 per night
Call 855-338-0226 by March 22, 2026
Group Name – Never Forget 911 Golf 2026
Our Beneficiaries
OUR SPONSORS
Become a Sponsor
Your donation can help us to provide essential services to those in need. Every dollar counts and makes a big difference in the lives of those we serve.
- Sponsorships available:
- Fire Commissioner Sponsor – $10,000
• Two (2) complimentary foursomes.
• Custom sponsor sign displayed at each tournament course.
• Recognition on the official event website.
• Company logo featured on all event banners and promotional materials.
• Premier banner placement at each course and the banquet.
- Chief of Department Sponsor – $7,500
• One (1) complimentary foursome.
• Custom sponsor sign displayed at each tournament course.
• Recognition on the official event website.
• Company logo featured on all event banners and promotional
• Premier banner placement at each course and the banquet.
• Prominent recognition at the awards banquet.
• Company logo featured on the main event signage and digital promotions.
- Deputy Chief Sponsor – $5,000
• One (1) complimentary foursome.
• Custom sponsor sign displayed at each tournament course.
• Recognition on the official event website.
• Company logo featured on all event banners and promotional materials.
• Premier banner placement at each course and the banquet.
• Company logo on event website and printed program.
- Battalion Chief Sponsor – $2,500
• Custom sponsor sign displayed at each tournament course.
• Recognition on the official event website.
• Company logo on event website and printed program.
- Captain Sponsor – $1,000
• Custom sponsor sign displayed at each tournament course.
• Recognition on the official event website.
- Lieutenant Sponsor – $300
• Custom sponsor sign displayed at two tournament courses.
• Recognition on the official event website.
- Firefighter Sponsor - $100
• Custom sponsor sign displayed at one tournament course.
To become a sponsor, use link below, or email: neverforget911golf@gmail.com
EXTRA GOLF
Our Host, Founders Group International, is Myrtle Beach’s leading golf management company.
They are offering a discount for outing participants at all 21 of their Myrtle Beach golf courses from Little River to Pawleys Island, for golf before or after the outing.
Courses include:
- TPC Myrtle Beach
- Grand Dunes Resort Club
- Litchfield Country Club
- World Tour International
- Pine Lakes Country Club
- Burning Ridge Golf Club
- Founders Club at Pawleys Island
- Long Bay Golf Club
- River Hills Golf Club
- Myrtle Beach National (King’s North, Myrtle Beach National South Creek, Myrtle Beach National West Course)
- Myrtlewood (Pinehills & Palmetto Courses)
- Pawleys Plantation
- River Club
- Tradition Golf Club
- Wild Wing
- Willbrook Country Club
- Aberdeen Golf Club
- Colonial Charters Golf Club
To book tee times, Call Founders direct at 843-235-4653, after May 6. State that you are part or the FDNY Never Forget Outing and receive a discount up to $25 per player per round.
Contact Us @ neverforget911golf@gmail.com
FDNY Never Forget 9-11 Golf
