STANFORD, Calif. – Stanford is excited to announce a special event to be held during the men's tennis match against USC on Sunday, March 10th at Stanford's Taube Family Tennis Center. In a unique collaboration with Second Serve, a non-profit organization dedicated to making tennis accessible to children worldwide, the event will feature raffles and giveaways to encourage donations of new or gently used tennis equipment.
Event Details:
- Date: Sunday, March 10th, 2024
- Time: 1:00 PM
- Location: Taube Family Tennis Center at Stanford University
Attendees are encouraged to bring tennis rackets, bags, and shoes to donate to Second Serve. In return, participants will be entered into a raffle to win exciting prizes, including exclusive tennis gear, lessons with Paul Goldstein, Stanford's Taube Family Director of Men's Tennis, and tennis memorabilia. The collected equipment will be redistributed through Second Serve's trusted partner programs in East Palo Alto with East Palo Alto Tennis & Tutoring (EPATT), Nigeria, Zimbabwe, and the US Virgin Islands, providing under-resourced children with the opportunity to play tennis.
The goal of the event is to gather a robust crowd of spectators to not only enjoy high-level collegiate tennis but also to support a noble cause. By coming together, the event can help bridge the gap in sports accessibility and make a tangible difference in the lives of children around the world.
About Second Serve:
Second Serve is a public 501(c)(3) organization committed to repurposing tennis equipment to serve under-resourced children. By leveraging community support, Second Serve aims to ensure every child has the opportunity to experience the joy and benefits of tennis.
The Stanford community, tennis enthusiasts, corporations and charitable individuals are invited to join in this meaningful event. Support from the tennis community can change lives, one racket at a time.