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NTCC Hosts Ks 4 Kids Day at the Ballpark
The Northeast Texas Community College Eagles baseball and softball teams will host a special Ks 4 Kids Day at the Ballpark on Fri., April 6. The evening will feature free baseball and softball minicamps for kids of all ages. The NTCC Eagles baseball team starts the second game of their doubleheader against Bossier Parrish at 5 p.m. The softball camp gets underway at 5:30 p.m. and the baseball camp will start around 6:30 after the baseball game.
In addition to offering an evening of fun for the whole family, this event marks the official kickoff of the Ks for Kids campaign, which raises funds for the Women and Children's Center at Titus Regional Medical Center. The 2012 campaign marks the second year of the program, which last year raised nearly $60,000. The campaign raises money through one-time donations, business sponsors and pledges per strikeout that the Eagles record during the season. This year, the baseball and softball teams are striving for a combined 500 strikeouts. Pledges range from five cents to $3 per strikeout.
"The response to Ks for Kids was overwhelming last year and we look forward to being a part of it again this year," NTCC Athletic Director and Head Baseball coach, Josh Stewart, said. "We think this will be a great way to bring awareness to the cause and bring families out for a fun day at the ballpark."
During the minicamps, campers will have the opportunity to meet and work with NTCC players and coaches. Space is limited, so please e-mail jeremy.weber@ntcc.edu to reserve your spot. Walk-ups are welcome as space permits.
Also, kids ages 12 and under will get a free Ks for Kids mini bat courtesy of D-Bat and Elliot Motor Group. Tickets for the baseball game are $5 for adults and $3 for students. A portion of the gate proceeds will benefit the Ks for Kids Campaign. Full concessions will be available.
If you like TRMF’s Ks 4 Kids posts on Facebook, you will be entered into a drawing for an Eagles VIP Package. The winner receives free admission to the park, a Ks 4 Kids mini bat, an autographed baseball and softball, an autographed baseball jersey and you get to throw out the first pitch at the April 6 Eagles 5:00 game.
The Titus Regional Medical Foundation will have a booth set up with information about fundraiser. Those interested in supporting the Ks 4 Kids campaign can make donations or complete a pledge form at that time.
For more information about Ks for Kids, contact Gordon Hall or Lynda Stringer with the TRMC Foundation at 903-577-6051 or visit Facebook.com/TRMFoundation or TRMFoundation.com.
Ks 4 Kids Campaign
The 2nd Ks 4 Kids Campaign welcomes a new addition to the lineup. The Northeast Texas Community College Eagles’ softball team is adding its strikeouts to the campaign, which kicked off with the start of the NTCC spring baseball and softball seasons on Jan. 28. The campaign is a joint effort between NTCC and Titus Regional Medical Foundation to raise money for infants and children treated at Titus Regional Medical Center.
"This will be softball's first year to participate in the Ks for Kids project. I think it will be a good incentive for our pitchers to work hard for more strikeouts," Head Softball Coach Jay Terry said. "It's a great way for us to give back to the community."
The Eagles baseball team is also excited to be a part of the program for a second year. "Community service is an important part of the Eagle program,” said NTCC Athletic Director and Head Baseball Coach Josh Stewart. “We are very excited about this partnership with the Foundation and TRMC and we look forward to helping raise lots of money this season."
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All Is Bright
The 2011 All Is Bright event, a joint effort between the Foundation and TRMC Departments, doubled its 2010 proceeds. With more than $10,000 added to the TRMC Chapel Fund coffers, All Is Bright served to make a significant impact on a renovation plan that until now had lagged toward the bottom of the hospital’s wish list of needed upgrades.
Of the total $10,064 raised, $5,320 came from the Christmas Tree Silent Auction. The Christmas Memorial/In Honor Of Letters and Santa photos raised $1,165 and the Chapel Fund Bake Sale hosted by the TRMC Respiratory Dept. raised $2,150. The campaign also received a special $2,500 "Miracle Santa" donation from Dr. Milan Sekulic's office.
More fundraisers are being planned as the Chapel Fund Campaign continues toward its goal, including a pledge drive within the local church community.
Click here to download the Chapel Fund Pledge/Donation forms or pick one up at the TRMC Information Desk in the Mall Lobby or the Foundation Office at 1805 N Jefferson Ave.
Cancer Crusade 5K
The Mount Pleasant Cancer Crusade held Sept. 24 raised $7,500. The proceeds will benefit the Patty and Bo Pilgrim Cancer Center at Titus Regional Medical Center. A special thanks is extended to all who participated, the sponsors and to organizers Nancy Johnson and Amanda Cooksey for all their hard work in putting on this year's event. The TRM Foundation is honored to be a part of their efforts in bringing advanced cancer treatment to Mount Pleasant!
Photos from the
event can be found on the group's Shutterfly page.
Golf Tournament
Tournament raises $57,000
The top three teams at the 6th Annual Titus Regional Medical Foundation Golf Tournament, held Sept. 17 at the Mount Pleasant Country Club, were AEP-SWEPCO, Capps Insurance and Guaranty Bond Bank.The local teams tied for first place in “gross” score as each fired a 16 under par round of 56. Capps Insurance gets the bragging rights with first place in “net score” (after handicap) with a score of 47, followed by AEP-SWEPCO at 49, and Guaranty Bond Bank at 50.The tournament was the most successful event to date with 42 teams, 75 sponsors and dozens of volunteers who helped the Foundation raise $57,000. The silent auction netted $1,700. There were 26 local teams, 11 from the surrounding Northeast Texas area, Longview and Texarkana as well as six Dallas-Fort Worth area teams. The tournament featured a golf clinic for the first year and tournament organizers plan to continue the clinic at the 2012 event.
Champagne & Chocolate
Champagne & Chocolate gala raises more than $16,000 for TRMF
Palate-pleasing French champagnes, decadently rich chocolates and elegant western ambience combined to make the 2011 Champagne & Chocolate “Denim & Diamonds” event the place to be.
The 2nd annual fundraiser was held Saturday, June 11, raising more than $16,500 for the Titus Regional Medical Foundation, including $2,000 in donations from those who could not attend.
Ks 4 Kids Final Appeal Pushes Campaign to Nearly $55,000
The 2011 Ks 4 Kids Campaign wrapped up June 10 after a final fundraising appeal that netted another $18,545 for the Titus Regional Medical Foundation, for a total of $54,630.
The proceeds from the Ks 4 Kids campaign will go toward equipment for Titus Regional Medical Center’s Women and Children’s Center, such as phototherapy lights, a radiant warmer and a walk-in tub to help with relaxation during labor. It will also pay for renovations to the Labor and Delivery waiting area and the pediatric rooms.