THE 2025 LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA
TENNIS TOURNAMENT
WHAT IS THE LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA TENNIS TOURNAMENT
Formerly a "play for pink" event, this event is now a cancer awareness and support fundraiser with all proceeds going to benefit the CLC YMCA Livestrong at the YMCA program.
WHO CAN PARTICIPATE
Lace up those sneakers and get ready to hit the tennis courts for this great cause...ANYONE can join in to play!
And even if you can't play you can still support the efforts to raise funds for our Livestrong at the YMCA program by making a gift and/or purchasing a Livestrong at the YMCA Tournament t-shirt.
COST TO PARTICIPATE
$40 per player
WHEN
The 2025 tennis tournament is slated to take place October 23 & 24 with the following schedule (registration links below):
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October 23: Women's Social Doubles & Basket Raffle | 10 AM - 2 PM
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October 24: Men's Social Doubles | 5 PM - 8 PM
WHERE
At the CLC YMCA Sanford Family Tennis Center
ABOUT THE TENNIS TOURNAMENT
What began as a “Play for Pink” event has evolved into a fundraiser with proceeds now going to support the CLC YMCA’s Livestrong at the YMCA program.
The Livestrong at the YMCA program helps cancer survivors, and individuals currently undergoing treatment, learn to use YMCA facilities for healthier living, find community, and connect with others who share their experiences. All participants receive six months of complimentary access to the YMCA.
The tennis tournament was first created many years ago by Lisa Gilbride, the former director of Racquet & Paddle Sports, and her committee of dedicated ladies. Over the years they have kept the spirit alive by wearing pink, providing delicious snacks, and decorating the tennis lobby to celebrate and support women affected by cancer.
On the day of the event, women from various Y tennis groups come together to play, socialize, and uplift one another. The sense of community is truly special. So special, in fact, that a few years ago, the men decided they wanted their own event—and now host a men’s tournament the following day.
ABOUT LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA
In this 12-week physical activity and well-being program designed to help adult cancer survivors reclaim their health, you’ll work toward regaining your physical, emotional, and spiritual strength.
For more information about the Livestrong at the YMCA program, please email mspratt@clcymca.org
Note: Donors to the Central Lincoln County Annual Fund do not receive any goods and services of monetary value for gifts made. Your gift to the CLC YMCA is tax-deductible as allowed by law. If gifts exceed the Livestrong at the YMCA Annual Fund goal, the additional funds raised will be used to support the CLC YMCA Annual Fund to support our greatest needs. The CLC Y is a 501 (c)(3) organization registered with the State of Maine. Charter #19890499ND.
HOW YOU CAN GIVE
A number of options are available for how you can make your gift — including online (credit card or electronic fund transfer), by mail, in person or by phone.
Online
Make your gift online through our secure online giving system. Choose your designation, amount, and any additional information about your gift.
If choosing to make your gift by mail, please make your check payable to Central Lincoln County YMCA, write "Livestrong at the YMCA" in the memo line and send to the following address:
Central Lincoln County YMCA
Attn: Development
525 Main Street
PO Box 787
Damariscotta, ME 04543
Other Giving Options
Additionally, gifts can also be made through planned giving, securities, matching gifts, estate legacies, or real estate.
For more information, please contact Central Lincoln YMCA Development Office at 207.563.9622 or kburke@clcymca.org.