Homeowners Respond to Verandah Employee Emergency Relief Fund (VEERF)

In the first 60 days of the Fund homeowner response has been amazing. More than 70 homeowners have donated – some making multi-year commitments. “We are excited that Kolter Hospitality and Hampton Golf made a combined gift of $50,000” said Doug Van Nostran, President of the Fund. VEERF is a non-profit, charitable organization recognized by the state of Florida and the Internal Revenue Service. It is governed by a Board of Directors consisting of homeowners that live in Verandah and a representative of Kolter Hospitality. (VEERF is similar to non-profit employee assistance programs at many clubs like Verandah.)

Please consider making a gift to VEERF – your support provides immediate, meaningful help to the employees who care for our community when they need it most. Every contribution makes a real difference in helping them navigate unexpected hardships.

VEERF donors understand that contributing to the well-being of Verandah’s 160+ employees (full and part-time) in times of personal emergencies is a meaningful way to show appreciation for their hard work and dedication. Together, they care for the golf courses and Verandah’s common areas, help keep us fit, prepare and serve wonderful meals, care for all of the amenities that make Verandah a special place, and make our community run smoothly.

Sometimes, life throws unexpected challenges—such as medical emergencies, natural disasters, or personal crises—that can put our people in financial hardship. VEERF allows us to step in quickly and support those who care for our community. By contributing to this fund, we turn our compassion into action, helping ensure our employees—and, by extension, our community—can navigate tough times with stability and dignity.

Please speak with a Board member to learn more about the Fund and about the many ways to make a tax-deductible donation. Checks made payable to the Verandah Employee Emergency Relief Fund can be mailed to VEERF, 11821 Palm Beach Boulevard #126-297, Fort Myers FL 33905. Thank you for your support.