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05/31/2026

There are moments in life when your heart struggles to hold everything it feels.

Today was one of those moments.

Years of studying, training, setbacks, perseverance, and sacrifice have led to this day. Kenton officially graduated and is now an Air Force F-22 Raptor combat pilot.

I still see the little boy who dreamed big, and today I watched that dream take flight.

The aircraft is impressive. The accomplishment is extraordinary. But what makes me proudest is the person behind the helmet—his integrity, work ethic, humility, and determination.

Keep chasing the horizon, 1st Lieutenant Leffler.

The sky has never been your limit. 🩵

04/10/2026

You

You’ll pour everything you have into him.
You’ll second-guess every choice you make.
You’ll lose sleep to the quiet hum of worry.

You’ll steady him—again and again—
through the weight of his doubt,
offering him glimpses
of the brilliance you already see.

You’ll open your arms
without measure—
to embrace joy with him,
to catch him mid-leap,
to cheer him on.

You’ll laugh—
oh, how you’ll laugh.
The kind that spills over its edges,
that lingers too long,
that lives in late-night messages
and a rhythm only the two of you keep.

You’ll lose him
far too soon.

Nothing will make sense.
Questions will remain—
unanswered, unmoved.
The hole he leaves within you
will not close,
will not soften,
will not fade.

You’ll cry—
in silence, in waves—
until your voice gives way
and your throat runs dry.

You’ll watch the world move forward,
watch others grow older,
and feel the quiet tide return:
he should have…

You.

Knowing this—
would you choose it again?
Would you carry this love
for those twenty-five years?

You already know.
Yes.

04/09/2026

From all of us here at the Zack Leffler Memorial Fund,
your support is essential to everything we do.
We are so grateful you’re part of this. 💙

We hope to work with you again next year!

P.S. There were too many to tag but we didn’t forget you! Thank you to:

The Thompson Family
Mega golf
The Marzian Family
The Cooper Family
Embody Pilates
Locally Peachy
Aveda
Carabello Coffee Company
Cincy T-shirts
Jackson Florist
Trader Joe’s
The Pangallo Family
The Slusher Family
Cold Stone Creamery
Dominach’s
Independence Cleaners
Katherine Neimeier and family

❤️

04/05/2026

Today meant more to me than I could ever fully put into words.
Getting to spend time with so many of you—sharing stories, hugs, and moments in Zack’s honor—fills a space that never quite feels full. This day is hard and beautiful all at once, and being surrounded by this kind of love makes it lighter.
I wish I had taken more photos with everyone. I tend to get pulled in every direction making sure the day runs smoothly for others—that’s always my focus—but I truly wish I had a picture with each of you.
Thank you for showing up, for supporting, and for carrying Zack with us 🤍
Always4Zack

A few moments I was able to capture…
(Lauren will share a full recap soon 😉)

03/26/2026

Final call for raffle donations 💙

We’re in the last few days of preparing for this year’s outing, and we have just a few spots left to fill on our raffle tables.

If you’ve been meaning to donate, we’ve opened a final window through the 31st to get items in.

We’re especially looking for:
• Bengals & Reds gear
• Tickets to local Cincy spots (Reds games, Museum Center, movie theaters, etc.)
• Golf items — gear to improve your game, lessons, golf balls, Titleist items

Every donation helps us continue Zack’s legacy through scholarships and community support, and helps make this day truly special.

Let’s finish strong together.

03/22/2026

We’re putting the final touches on this year’s outing and still have a few spaces to fill on our raffle tables.

If you’ve been meaning to contribute, now is the time to jump in.

Golf items, sports gear, gift cards, bourbon baskets, date night or family bundles — simple and thoughtful goes a long way.

Your donation directly supports scholarships and community impact in Zack’s name, and helps make this day truly special.

Let’s finish strong together. 💙

Message us this week to coordinate your donation.

03/17/2026

We are blown away by the generosity already shown — this year’s outing is shaping up to be something really special. 💙

We’re still collecting raffle items, and many have asked what can I donate? Here are a few ideas to get you started:

⛳️ Golf & Sports
Golf balls, gloves, hats, polos, towels, rangefinders, or even game tickets and team gear

🏌️ Experiences & Gift Cards
Topgolf, local courses, Dick’s, PGA Superstore, or sports shops

🥃 Bourbon & Cigar
Bottle of wh***ey, glasses, ci**rs, cutter, lighter

🌅 Date Night / Entertaining
Restaurant gift cards, w**e, glasses, chocolates

🎬 Family Night
Blankets, movie tickets, popcorn, games, puzzles

🔥 Grill Master
BBQ sauces, seasonings, tools, apron, meat thermometer, butcher gift cards

Simple baskets are perfect — 3–5 items goes a long way.

Every donation helps us continue Zack’s legacy through scholarships and community support.

If you’d like to contribute, send us a message — we’d love to have you be part of it. 💙

03/08/2026

Three weeks to go.

Since this day is built around the game Zack loved, this week we’re highlighting golf and sports-themed raffle items.

Ideas include:
• Golf gear or accessories
• A donated foursome or golf experience
• Sports memorabilia
• Game tickets
• Lessons or sports shop gift cards

These items always bring a lot of excitement to the raffle tables.

Every donation helps support scholarships and community opportunities in Zack’s name. We’re so grateful for everyone helping make this day possible. 💛

If you’d like to donate an item, send us a message and we’ll help coordinate.

02/28/2026

One month to go.

As we begin gathering raffle items for this year’s outing, we’re especially hoping to build out our Date Night & Summer Entertaining baskets.

Restaurant gift cards. Patio sets. Grill packages. Local experiences. Movie night bundles. Backyard game sets.

These baskets always bring excitement to the raffle tables — and they’re sometimes the hardest to fill.

If you’ve been thinking about donating, this is a beautiful place to jump in.

Every item becomes part of something bigger — scholarships, community support, and a day that carries Zack’s name forward.

Thank you for continuing to show up for him. 🩵

02/22/2026

We’re collecting donations for the Zack Leffler Memorial Golf Outing raffle — and this is your nudge if you’ve been wanting to donate but weren’t sure what to create.

A few simple ideas to spark something:

• Bourbon or Craft B**r Tasting
• Grill Master Kit
• Golf Essentials
• Tailgate Party Bundle
• Backyard Fire Pit Night
• Coffee Lover’s Basket

Need inspiration? Think tailgate nights, bourbon tastings, backyard grill sessions, golf weekends, poker night with friends, or a quiet morning with strong coffee. If it feels like something someone would genuinely love opening — it will likely do beautifully at auction.

It doesn’t have to be elaborate. Thoughtful always wins.

If you’d like to donate a full basket or contribute items toward one, message me and I’ll help coordinate.

Every donation helps us continue honoring Zack in a way that gives back to others. 💙

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