The Tuesday Night Athletic Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping young athletes, is holding its annual Winter Gala on Saturday night at the International Tennis Hall of Fame.
Founded by University of Rhode Island graduates Michael Richards and Matt Emmert in November 2006, the Tuesday Night Athletic Foundation helps to “relive the financial burden placed on families that can be inherent with high performance sports programs.”
The organization, which assisted in sending North Kingstown swimmer Elizabeth Beisel to Beijing for the 2008 Olympic Games, has awarded more than $15,000 in scholarships.
I met Emmert and Richards in 2007, and I was stunned that two recent college graduates would find time in their days to start a foundation that helps others. These kids are really doing a great service for the community's young athletes, and this event is their biggest fundraiser of the year.
Beer, wine and hors d’oeuvres will be served at the Hall of Fame, which is open to those who attend. There will also be live music and dancing and a silent auction. Donations are accepted.
To learn more about the organization, or to purchase tickets, which cost $50, please visit www.tnaf.org.
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