USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga Raises $6,000 for Franklin Food Pantry Through Annual Golf Tournament
Tom Hafers of USMMA Martial arts & Yoga with Tina Powderly, Executive Director of the Franklin Food Pantry
USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga is pleased to announce it successfully raised $6,000 at its annual golf tournament, held this year at New England Country Club. More than 80 players participated in the tournament, which dedicated all net proceeds to the Franklin Food Pantry.
Thanks to the generosity of participants and the outstanding support of Paul Mastroianni, whose donation helped push the event past its goal of $5,000, USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga is proud to contribute $6,000 to help provide vital food assistance to the Franklin community.
“We are so grateful for the support of our community and all of the participants at the annual golf tournament,” said Tom Hafers, owner of USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga. “This tournament is about bringing people together for a fun day, while giving back. Partnering with the Franklin Food Pantry ensures our efforts directly benefit our neighbors.”
“It’s an honor to support Tom and Danielle and the Franklin Food Pantry,” said Paul Mastroianni. “The Pantry helps so many people every single day, and it’s inspiring to see the impact. We are proud to be part of this event each year and are already looking forward to 2026.”
The Franklin Food Pantry provides services and programs to more than 1,800 people annually and has recently expanded its services to meet rising demand. The $6,000 donation will help The Pantry provide food and personal care items to the Franklin community, particularly during the busy holiday season.
“Thank you to USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga for their incredible donation and support,” said Tina Powderly, Executive Director of the Franklin Food Pantry. “Their dedication to fighting food insecurity, along with the generosity of everyone who participated in their golf tournament, will make a tangible difference in the lives of our neighbors.”
For more information on USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga, please visit www.usmma.org. To support the Franklin Food Pantry or learn more about its programs, visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org.
About USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga
USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga is a community-focused training center offering Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Muay Thai, Yoga, Yoga teacher training, Pilates, and Restorative workshops. With over two decades of service in the Metrowest area, USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga is committed to fostering health, discipline, and community spirit both on and off the mats. USMMA is located at 316 Hartford Avenue, Bellingham, MA 02019 on Route 126. Please visit www.usmma.org for more information.
About the Franklin Food Pantry, Inc.
The Franklin Food Pantry, Inc. offers supplemental food assistance, household necessities, and resource referrals to more than 1,800 individuals per year. The Pantry relies on donations and grants to purchase items and pay for daily operations, and partnerships with The Greater Boston Food Bank, Spoonfuls, and local grocery stores to achieve greater buying power and lower costs. Programs include In-person Shopping, Curbside Pick-up, Emergency Food Bags, Mobile Pantries, Home Delivery, Kids’ Snack Bags, Weekend Backpacks, Holiday Meals, and the SNAP match at Franklin Farmers Market. The Pantry is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization in good standing in Massachusetts, recognized by Charity Navigator as a Four-Star Charity, and awarded GuideStar’s Platinum Transparency ranking. The Pantry is located at 341 W Central St. in Franklin, MA on Route 140. Please visit www.franklinfoodpantry.org for more information.
