(Cary, NC) The V Foundation for Cancer Research is proud to announce that it will be hosting the 3rd Annual Jimmy V Racquets for Research and Ride for Research fundraising events. Proceeds from this year's fundraising events will be donated to local cancer research projects.
"These events allow families to come together and get involved in fighting cancer," said Nick Valvano, CEO of The V Foundation for Cancer Research. "This is the third year we've done these events and I feel like they both put the focus on raising money and helping to defeat cancer right here in the Triangle, while also uniting families for a great cause."
On Saturday, August 9, the Racquets for Research tennis tournament will bring together tennis enthusiasts and professionals for a memorable day of sport and recreation at Cary Tennis Park. For the third year, Don Johnson, 2001 men's doubles Wimbledon Champion, will host the event. Johnson, along with Tim Wilkinson, winner of 6 singles titles and 9 doubles championships, and Rick Leach, winner of 5 Grand Slam men's doubles titles and 4 Grand Slam mixed doubles titles with the World No. 1 ranking in 1990, are scheduled to play in the pro exhibition.
The Jimmy V Ride for Research will team up with the Town of Cary's Cycling Celebration on Sunday, August 17, at the Koka Booth Amphitheatre at Regency Park in Cary. This year's event will include various road tours, a safety rodeo for young riders, and family fun rides, with activities for both beginners and experienced cyclists. As an extra fundraising incentive, riders who participate will have the opportunity to receive a commemorative cycling jersey by raising $500 or more for The V Foundation.
For sponsorship opportunities, or to participate in these V Foundation events, please call 919-380-9505 or visit www.jimmyv.org.
About the V Foundation for Cancer Research
The V Foundation for Cancer Research was founded in 1993 by ESPN and the late Jim Valvano, legendary North Carolina State basketball coach and ESPN commentator. Since 1993, The Foundation has raised more than $70 million to fund cancer research grants nationwide. It awards 100 percent of all direct cash donations and net proceeds of events directly to cancer research and related programs. The Foundation, which has received five consecutive top 4-star ratings from Charity Navigator, awards grants through a competitive awards process strictly supervised by a Scientific Review Committee. For more information on The V Foundation or to make a donation, please visit www.jimmyv.org.
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