I am excited to be particiating in my 9th Pine Tree Apple Tennis Classic. The energy surrounding the tournament is something I always look forward to...when it's finally here it's a little like Christmas morning! That whole vibe has taken on a whole new meaning as an event co-chair the last couple of years and I'm honored to work with such dedicated volunteers and Children's of MN professionals.

As many of you know, cancer has now impacted our family in a sudden and life changing way.

The heartbreak of having a child suffer or pass away from cancer is unimaginable, and we envision a day when that does not happen.

The Pine Tree Apple Tennis Classic provides critical primary funding to incredibly passionate clinicians and researchers to help treat specific cancers. Their efforts are now allowing kids here and throughout the world to endure treatment more comfortably and to have a real chance to thrive as adults and have kids of their own. The money raised by Pine Tree goes directly into their specific research and your generosity gives them the tools to give families hope.

Please help us to create hope for all of the families that need our help!