In the News
Special thanks to residents of Sunrise Senior Living for raising $1000.00 as a donation to the Miracle League. Seniors from Sunrise attending or game Sept. 19, we how you enjoyed the game.
Miracle League golf tournament has no trouble attracting golfers
By Ron Giofu
The Miracle League of Amherstburg held its annual golf tournament last Saturday afternoon with it attracting more golfers than ever before.
“We had more than a full house,” said Michele Vigneux, a board member and publicity director for Miracle League. “We’ve had to turn away more than a few teams. It’s a good problem to have.”
The total amount raised from the tournament won’t be known for a few weeks, according to Vigneux, but she said they were aiming to raise over $10,000. She said the proceeds from this year’s tournament will go towards the installation of a wheelchair accessible swing at the accessible playground next to the Miracle League diamond.
“We’re hoping, if we can raise enough money, that we can get it installed this fall,” she said. “That’s the goal.”
The swing, known as a Liberty Swing, costs $48,000 though the league has received $8,000 in cash donations and $17,500 in in-kind services. The remaining $22,500 comes from the Miracle League’s funding, which includes proceeds from such events as the golf tournament.
Today we dedicated another star to our Wall of Honour in memory of Jonathon Borre a player on the Magic Team. We will always remember his love of baseball, the special moments he shared with his family and his smile as he circled the bases with his Dad as his buddy. Jonathon, you are forever in our hearts and you and your family are forever a part of our beautiful Miracle League family.
Fort Malden Dentistry an the Amherstburg Miracle League
Our inaugural sale of Valentine’s Day cards was a success!
We raised a total of $620 for the Miracle League of Amherstburg, which will help in the purchase and installation of a wheelchair swing!
Pictured are Dr. Michael Slipchuk, Chuck Bondy of the Miracle League of Amherstburg, Lou-Anne Shust (P.C.C./R.D.H.) and Paige Perry (R.D.H.)
A huge Thank You to all of our patients and staff who participated. See you next year!
WOW!! We would like to say a huge THANK YOU... to Jason, Dave, Mike, John (Paying Cash the Johnny Cash Highway Show), the brass sections, James Gibb & the Silvertones & our own "Hunter" for your tremendous efforts and for sharing your musical talents last night to raise funds for the Miracle League. What an incredibly entertaining night it was!! We are also grateful to the many sponsors of the night, and the Miracle League family & friends who joined in on the fun last night and supported the event. We welcome these talented musicians to the Miracle League Family and looking forward to having you join us on on the field!
