NEWPORT BEACH— The 2024 War Heroes on Water tournament will return for its seventh year from Sept. 20-24. This nonprofit sportfishing event aims to aid combat-wounded veterans in their recovery from the physical and emotional toll of battle.
The upcoming tournament anticipates welcoming 100 veterans who will have the opportunity to reel in remarkable catches aboard 48 of the West Coast’s finest sportfishing yachts.
Since its inception six years ago, WHOW has achieved significant milestones:
- Raised over $6 million through its 501c3 partner, Freedom Alliance.
- Directly served 425 veterans on the water.
- Supported thousands more veterans and their families through therapeutic services provided by Freedom Alliance.
- Engaged with more than 92 yachts and crews from the SoCal sportfishing community.
The 2024 WHOW seeks to build on the success of the 2023 event, which saw over 100 U.S. military veterans, including recipients of prestigious medals, participate.
The tournament is made possible by the dedication of participants and volunteers, including yacht owners, captains and crews, who donate their time and resources to host the veterans.
WHOW Tournament Director Rod Halperin underscored the tournament’s significance, highlighting the strong bonds formed within the SoCal sportfishing community and the unwavering support for veterans.
Proceeds from WHOW benefit combat-wounded veterans and their families through various programs provided by Freedom Alliance, including outdoor recreational therapy trips, donations of essential equipment and college scholarships.
To learn more about WHOW or to make a tax-deductible donation, visit www.warheroesonwater.com.
