FUNK - ZITIELLO FOUNDATION, INC.
PONTE VEDRA BEACH, FLORIDA

The FUNK-ZITIELLO FOUNDATION, INC., established in June 2016, is dedicated to addressing the needs of individuals facing significant challenges within the community. Originating from a partnership between golf champion Fred Funk and local businessman Tommy Zitiello, the foundation launched the Champions for Hope campaign in 2016. This initiative supports two main causes: disability aid through the JT Townsend Foundation and pancreatic cancer research at Mayo Clinic. The JT Townsend Foundation, created after the tragic accident of high school senior JT Townsend, has assisted over 300 families since 2008 by providing financial aid and adaptive equipment, continuing JT's legacy posthumously. Meanwhile, Champions for Hope is devoted to funding research for early detection of pancreatic cancer, inspired by Judi Zitiello’s personal journey as a four-year survivor of the disease, with guidance from renowned surgeon Dr. Horacio Asbun. Located in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, under the legal company type DOMNP and filed number N16000006744, the foundation is administered by directors Sharon Funk, Fred Funk, and Judi Zitiello. Maintaining ongoing operations under the stewardship of its dedicated team, the foundation has a mailing address at 830-13 A1A North #187 with contact available via phone at (904) 373-0737. The organization's official activities and updates can be found on their website: funkzitiellofoundation.com.