Swinging for Impact: Van Noy Valor Foundation Hosts Charity Golf Tournament at Black Desert Resort

June 2025, Ivins, UT –Under the sun-soaked skies of southern Utah, the Van Noy Valor Foundation teed off an unforgettable weekend at the stunning Black Desert Resort, bringing together donors, athletes, and community leaders to raise critical funds for foster and adopted youth.

Presented by Redmond Re-Lyte, a Utah-based wellness brand, the tournament featured 25 foursomes and spanned multiple days of connection, community, and purpose. From the lush fairways to the scenic red rock backdrop, every moment served as a reminder of what’s possible when people rally around a shared mission.

The highlight of the weekend was a special Q&A panel featuring Christian Wilkins, defensive tackle for the Las Vegas Raiders. His candid insights into perseverance, purpose, and giving back left guests inspired and energized to further the Foundation’s mission.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of sponsors and participants, the event raised over $130,000 to support the Foundation’s year-round programming—including mentorship, holiday givebacks like “A Very Van Noy Christmas”, and direct support for foster and adopted youth across Utah and beyond.

This tournament was more than a game—it was a gathering with purpose. We are grateful to every golfer, donor, volunteer, and partner who helped make this event a powerful success.

Ravens’ Van Noys Bring Smiles to 12 Foster Families in Salt Lake City

December 2024, Salt Lake City, UT –This holiday season, the Van Noy Valor Foundation partnered with Utah Foster Care and Real Salt Lake to host an unforgettable celebration for foster families across the Salt Lake Valley. Held at America First Field, A Very Van Noy Christmas welcomed families for a night filled with joy, connection, and meaningful support.

The evening began with a warm, festive dinner, followed by holiday activities including visits with Santa, face painting, and a behind-the-scenes stadium tour. Each child received a fulfilled Christmas wishlist, along with winter essentials and basic household items to help their family through the colder months. In total, 65 children were supported through this year’s event.

A Very Van Noy Christmas is more than a holiday gathering—it’s an opportunity for foster children to feel seen, valued, and celebrated. It’s a reflection of the Foundation’s mission to empower adopted youth and those in foster care with the support they need to thrive.

In addition to the Utah celebration, the Foundation also hosts a Baltimore-based version of the event, extending this same spirit of generosity to families on the East Coast.

A Very Van Noy Christmas: Baltimore Edition

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Each year, the Van Noy Valor Foundation brings the magic of the holidays to life for two deserving foster families in Baltimore through a truly unforgettable experience.

As part of A Very Van Noy Christmas – Baltimore Edition, families receive a private tour of the Ravens’ practice facility, where they have the opportunity to meet players, explore behind the scenes, and experience the energy of professional football up close.

The celebration continues with each child receiving a fully fulfilled Christmas wishlist, ensuring they feel seen and celebrated. To top it all off, the families are gifted tickets to an upcoming Baltimore Ravens game, creating lasting memories and a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

This intimate event reflects the heart of the Van Noy Valor Foundation’s mission—to uplift foster and adopted youth by giving them moments of joy, belonging, and hope for the future.

Ravens’ Van Noys Celebrate Christmas with 12 Utah Foster Families

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December 2024, Salt Lake City, UT — The Van Noy Valor Foundation 

partnered with Utah Foster Care and Real Salt Lake to host an unforgettable evening for foster families from all over the valley.  “A Very Van Noy Christmas” kicked off the night with dinner, Santa, a tour of the America First Field and its facilities.  The night was capped off with fulfilled Christmas wishlists for each child and basic needs to help families stock up for the winter.  In this year’s version of this event, 65 children were supported and able to experience this event.  The foundation also hosts a Baltimore version of “A Very Van Noy Christmas”.  That event treats two Baltimore foster families to an experiential visit to the Ravens Practice Facility and treats them to a full Christmas as well.

NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS LINEBACKER KYLE VAN NOY RAISES MORE THAN $125,000 AT ‘KNIGHTS OF LUXURY’ FUNDRAISING EVENT INAUGURAL EVENT CELEBRATED RELAUNCH OF VALOR FOUNDATION IN NEW ENGLAND

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On Thursday evening, New England Patriots Linebacker Kyle Van Noy and his wife Marissa hosted their first-ever ‘Knights of Luxury’ fundraising event at Ridder Country Club’s The Villa. The event, which was presented by Dan O’Brien Auto Group, marked the relaunch of the Van Noy Valor Foundation in New England.

A garden party-style luxury event, ‘Knights of Luxury’ featured high-end cars on display, garden games, live music by Sophie London, and a “Back in Boston”-themed cocktail reception. The evening was capped off by a live auction of once-in-a-lifetime experiences and rare memorabilia. Over 100 event guests welcomed Van Noy back to the Patriots with open arms, setting the stage for one of Boston’s most exclusive events.

During the event, Kyle and Marissa spoke at length about their foundation and why this mission of providing extra love, resources and support to children living in foster care or adoption is so personal and important for both. Kyle and Marissa shared their excitement to be back in New England.  “We are so happy to be back – the reception by fans has been amazing and we are grateful for the opportunity to once again serve the community in New England,’ said both Kyle and Marissa during the event.

In all, the event generated more than $125,000, with proceeds supporting the Van Noy Valor Foundation’s community outreach programs in New England. These programs include an annual Christmas program, a Very Van Noy Christmas, for local foster families and a scholarship and internship program designed to prepare students who are aging out of the foster care program for their next steps in life.

‘Knights of Luxury’ marks the first Van Noy Valor Foundation activity in New England following Van Noy’s re-signing with the Patriots this offseason. The Foundation operated exclusively in New England from 2016 to 2019, where Kyle was nominated as the Patriots 2019 Walter Payton Man of the Year Candidate.

2019 Celebrity Server Night

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The Van Noy Valor Foundation raised over $400,000 at Third Annual Celebrity Server Night on Monday, November 11th.

PATRIOTS PLAYERS CAME TOGETHER DURING THE BYE WEEK TO RAISE MONEY FOR FOSTER, ADOPTED & DISADVANTAGED YOUTH IN THE NEW ENGLAND AREA THROUGH KYLE & MARISSA’S VAN NOY VALOR FOUNDATION

On Monday, November 11th, New England Patriots Linebacker Kyle Van Noy and his wife Marissa Van Noy hosted their third annual ‘Celebrity Server Night’ event in Foxborough for their foundation, the Van Noy Valor Foundation, at Gillette Stadium. The ‘Celebrity Server Night’ was presented by Akavie and Optiline Enterprises. The event benefitted the signature community outreach program of the foundation, a Very Van Noy Christmas. The event featured Kyle & Marissa Van Noy along with Patriots owner, Robert Kraft, and several of their Patriots teammates and wives mingling with more than 300 guests in attendance.

Attendees were treated to a cocktail reception, presented by PROS and Dan O’Brien Automotive Group, which featured live entertainment by NY Dueling Pianos and dozens of rare memorabilia and exclusive experience packages in the silent auction. During the event’s program, guests enjoyed dinner, a live interview with Kyle & Marissa and an exciting live auction.

During the event, Kyle & Marissa spoke at length about their foundation and why this mission of providing extra love, resources and support to children living in foster care or adoption is so personal and important for both of them. Governor Baker and First Lady Baker were also in attendance and spoke about the importance of the mission of the foundation and recognized all Veterans in attendance for Veteran’s Day. Patriots owner, Robert Kraft, also attended the event to mingle with guests and support Kyle and Marissa.

In all, more than $400,000 was raised in support of the Van Noy Valor Foundation, including a $15,000 donation pledged by Kyle & Marissa Van Noy.

Sports Director for CBS Boston, Steve Burton, served as the event’s celebrity emcee. Van Noy’s teammates showed up in force to support their teammate in providing resources to children in New England living in foster care. Players in attendance included James White, Don’t’a Hightower, Jamie Collins, Jason McCourty, Devin McCourty, Phillip Dorsett, Lawrence Guy, Duron Harmon, Danny Shelton and Chase Winovich.

In early December, Kyle & Marissa Van Noy will host their annual holiday program, a Very Van Noy Christmas. This program will provide 153 families who are financially impacted by foster care or adoption with a holiday experience including a live Christmas tree for every family and gifts for every child including appropriate winter coats and clothing. Funds raised from the ‘Celebrity Server Night’ will support this program to help ensure these 153 families have the best holiday experience possible.

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