Men Giving Back Hosts 6th Annual Backyard Battle

L-R: Billy Marino, Ed Ventrice,
Nathan Nachlas and Bill Donnell

(Press Release) ​Boca Raton, FL (March 9, 2026) – Nearly 100 members of Men Giving Back South Palm Beach County gathered for the organization’s Sixth Annual Backyard Battle, a lively memberappreciation event celebrating the group’s core mission of fun, fellowship, and philanthropy.

The popular annual event, held outdoors at the stunning Boca West Country Club, brought
members together for an evening of friendly competition featuring backyard-style games like
golf challenges, axe throwing, cornhole, air hockey, and more. Designed as a chance for
members to connect outside the boardroom while celebrating the organization’s growing
impact, Backyard Battle has become a signature tradition for the group.

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“Men Giving Back was founded on the idea that philanthropy should be both meaningful and
fun,” said William “Billy” Marino, Men Giving Back Board Member and Backyard Battle event
organizer. “Our members are passionate about supporting the community, and events like this
strengthen the friendships and connections that make that impact possible.”

Men Giving Back South Palm Beach County is a philanthropic network of community-minded
men who come together to support local nonprofit organizations and charitable causes across
the region. Members represent leaders from a wide range of industries and share a common
goal: making it easy and enjoyable for busy professionals to give back.

Since its inception in 2020, Men Giving Back has donated more than $3.5 million to dozens of
local charities throughout South Palm Beach County. The organization focuses its funding on
four core areas: Children, Mental Health, Education, and Food Security. Grant applications are
now open until April 1, 2026, and can be found at mengivingback.org.