Here’s an unusual fundraiser that was held recently for a great cause. Kevin Kurland is the co-owner of Smoky Quartz Distillery in Seabrook, New Hampshire. He actually decided to become a distiller while he was serving in Iraq in 2008. While waiting out an attack in Baghdad, he was reading a Wall Street Journal article and decided that this would be his path forward.
Fast forward to 2014 when he opened the distillery after retiring with 26 years of distinguished military service behind him. He enjoys giving back to veterans and created a fundraiser through his distillery to do so. He explained that his Vouchers for Veterans program allowed former military members to purchase food.
The private event was the first of its kind for Kurland and included only 50 tickets. Ticketholders were privy to three premium cigars, wood-fired pizza and spirt samples from 6-9pm one recent evening. They also enjoyed raffles, prizes and a live podcast by Cigar Hacks at the time of the event. It certainly sounded like a unique and meaningful event and a great way to enjoy a night out, while giving back to those who serve.
If you’re in New Hampshire or driving through, a stop at Smoky Quartz Distillery sounds like a great idea.