All 20 veterans who took part in a free forklift certification training event Wednesday, Sept. 9, at the Enger Adams Veterans Center in Wheaton completed their certification, according to organizers United Rentals and the Presidents Cup.

The no-cost Forklift Certification Training and Networking Opportunity gave participants hands-on instruction on rough-terrain telehandler and warehouse equipment, along with the chance to connect with workforce development professionals and potential employers. United Rentals, the official rental equipment partner of the PGA Tour, led the training.

The event is part of a broader partnership between United Rentals and the 2026 Presidents Cup, which comes to Medinah Country Club Sept. 22-27 — the tournament's first appearance in the Chicago area.

"At United Rentals, we believe strong partnerships can create meaningful opportunities and have lasting impact in the communities we serve," said Mike Durand, chief operating officer of United Rentals, in a statement. "We're proud to support the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans and grateful for the opportunity to bring our expertise and resources to their mission. Through our efforts with the 2026 Presidents Cup, including the forklift certification training and networking event, we're helping provide veterans valuable skills and connections to support their path toward long-term stability."

The Enger Adams Veterans Center is operated by the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans. The nonprofit was founded in 2007 by Vietnam-era Navy veteran and licensed clinical social worker Bob Adams and Gulf War Marine veteran Dirk Enger of Winfield. It provides housing, mental health services, case management and employment assistance to at-risk veterans and their families.

Joie Chitwood, executive director of the 2026 Presidents Cup, said the training reflects the tournament's broader community goals.

"United Rentals has been an incredible partner in helping us make the 2026 Presidents Cup about more than golf — it's about making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve," Chitwood said in a statement. "Providing veterans with practical skills, professional connections, and pathways to employment is exactly the kind of lasting impact we're proud to support through the Presidents Cup."

Organizers said they plan to track and report on participants' next steps, including potential job placement, in coordination with the Midwest Shelter for Homeless Veterans and United Rentals. The training was a one-time program, according to organizers, with no additional sessions announced.

Beyond the Wheaton training, United Rentals also contributed to Naval Station Great Lakes and secured Presidents Cup tickets for military members and their families. The company's Turns for Troops program has raised more than $2.5 million for veteran recovery efforts.