Charity shoot raises $50K for veterans’ wellness programs

WAER | By John Smith

Published July 22, 2025 at 1:12 PM EDT

Pictured are members of the Pompey Rod and Gun Club, along with Clear Path for Veterans team members: – Alex Behm, Chief Community Officer – Adam Leslie, Chief Operations Officer – Adrienne Kelley, Director of Development – Sue Virgil, Development Manager — Pictured are members of the Pompey Rod and Gun Club, along with Clear Path for Veterans team members:
– Alex Behm, Chief Community Officer
– Adam Leslie, Chief Operations Officer
– Adrienne Kelley, Director of Development
– Sue Virgil, Development Manager

A veterans’ organization that helps with wellness and social issues had some extra help, thanks to a weekend fundraiser. Clear Path for Veterans held its 5th annual Charity Shoot for military veterans at the Pompey Rod and Gun Club.

The event brought in $50,000, bringing the total raised over five years to $150,000.

An oversized check for $50,000 made out to Clear Path for Veterans from the Pompey Rod and Gun Club — A weekend fundraiser brought in $50,000 to support wellness and social services for veterans.

The Chittenango-based organization offers various direct services and supportive programs for veterans, including mental health assistance and career help.

More information is available at clearpath4veterans.com.

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