The Point at Pintail in Queenstown, Maryland, came alive on September 26, 2025, as the 11th Annual Benelli USA Invitational welcomed shooters from across the country for a day of competition, camaraderie, and purpose. The event united 205 participants—including many military veterans—in a shared commitment to honor and support America’s service members and their families.

For more than a decade, the Benelli USA Invitational has represented more than just world-class shooting—it has stood as a rallying point for the outdoor and shooting sports community to give back. The event’s mission is simple but profound: to raise funds for Freedom Hunters, a nonprofit dedicated to providing life-changing outdoor adventures for veterans and their families. This year, thanks to the generosity of participants and supporters, the Invitational and its companion online auction raised $107,000 further strengthening the connection between the shooting community and those who serve our nation.

“The Invitational is one of the most meaningful traditions we uphold at Benelli,” said Tom DeBolt, CEO of Benelli USA. “It’s a day filled with energy, friendship, and gratitude—directly supporting a mission that reflects our own values. With nearly a quarter of our team being military veterans, we are deeply honored to stand behind Freedom Hunters and the extraordinary work they do for our nation’s heroes.”

Founded in 2006, Freedom Hunters has provided outdoor experiences to veterans and their families, spanning 46 U.S. states and international destinations including Namibia, Canada, and Mexico. In 2024 alone, the organization coordinated 127 outdoor adventures for over 1,190 veterans and family members, made possible by dedicated volunteers who contributed nearly 51,958 hours of service—valued at over $1,740,073 million.

The Benelli USA Invitational has been proud to help fuel this mission over the years, raising $1,009,000 to date. Behind every dollar raised are stories of resilience, fellowship, and unforgettable outdoor moments created for those who have sacrificed so much.

Benelli Invitational Results:

First place team: Brandon Geweke, Marty Geweke, Joe Kukla, Joe Kukla Jr

High over all Male: Randolph Fung-A-Fat

High over all Female: Amy Crow

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Sponsors

Benelli USA extends its deepest appreciation to the sponsors, donors, and partners whose unwavering support made the 11th Annual Invitational possible. Their contributions—whether through products, funding, or time—directly impact Freedom Hunters’ ability to continue serving veterans and their families.

This year’s sponsors included:
24.7 Hunt, Action Target, AimPoint, Aquila International, LLC, Baltimore Scouts, Banded, Basswood Lodge/Central, Bay Roamer Charters, Benelli, Bentley Scott Marketing, Big Kansas Outdoors, Bill Buyer’s Hunt Club, Bob Hall Beverage Company, Bone Daddy Knives, Bore Products, Brand Intelligent, Brantley Gilbert, Bretmore Headwear, Buck Knives, Burris, Chene, Chief Upland, Coreline Marketing, Covey Sales and Marketing, CZ, Daniel Defense, Danny Cash’s Hot Sauce, Dead Air Silencers, Decked, Delta Waterfowl, Double Tine, Eagles Lakes Ranch, Eastgate Liquors, Federal Ammunition, Fowl Plains Outfitters, Franchi, Gatr, GH Nitzel, Inc., GreenTop Sporting Goods, GSM Outdoors, Gunner Kennels, Habitat Flats, Heads N Tails Fishing Charter, Henry Rifles, Hi-Viz, Holosun, Hornady, Insta Privy, Jack Daniels, Kennedy Business Services, KUIU, Lucky Duck, LWRCI, Mantis, Meindl Boots, Midwest Gun Works, Migra Ammunition, Molly’s Place, Mossy Pond, Mountain Ops, MSP, Napa Valley Oil, Nestle USA, Nielsen, Norma Ammunition, NSSF, Nukem, Oakley, Oledog Outfitters, Owen J. Brown & Assoc., Pestilli and Associates, Pratt Industries, Pure Fishing, Purina, Real Avid, Riton, SDS Arms, Silver Stag, Snugpack, Springfield Armory, Spyderco, Steiner, Stoeger, StreamLight, Surefire, Tactacam, Tangle Free, Tasmanian Tiger, Taurus, Team One Network, TenPoint Crossbows, The Fowl Life, The Provider, Tidewater Inn, Traditions Performance Firearms, True Timber, TurtleBox, Union Sportsmen’s Alliance, Vortex, Walther Arms, Wildlife Research Center, Wiley X, Williams Knives, Win Craft, Wingman Charters, Winkler Knives, WyoBraska Waterfowl, Yeti.

Continuing the Tradition

The Benelli USA Invitational remains more than a competition—it is a celebration of courage, resilience, and community. Benelli USA is grateful to all who participated, donated, and volunteered, and looks forward to building on this legacy of support in the years to come.

To learn more about Freedom Hunters and its mission, please visit www.freedomhunters.org.

For more information on Benelli USA’s full line of premium shotguns and centerfire hunting rifles, visit BenelliUSA.com.

About Benelli

Benelli, headquartered in Accokeek, Maryland, offers the largest selection of semi-automatic shotguns in the world, as well as a variety of rifles. Since the company’s inception, Benelli has led the world in innovative firearm technology, including the ground-breaking Benelli Inertia Driven system, effective Comfort Tech recoil-reduction systems, and the BE.S.T. anti-corrosion coatings. Because of this commitment to innovation, they are recognized as the world’s leading manufacturer of premium firearms for competitive shooters, hunters, and defense professionals.