Pickling With A Purpose Presented By Kritzer Marketing

Thank you for pickling with a purpose!

Your support will benefit the missions of the American Cancer Society and The Ellen Hermanson Foundation!

The proceeds from the tournament will be split evenly between both organizations. 50% will go to funding cancer research (ACS) and 50% will fund rides for east end cancer patients in need of a rides to and from treatments (The Ellen Hermanson Foundation).

Each $50 registration fee includes guaranteed (5) 10-minute games, complimentary water and t-shirt. Limit 50 teams (10 teams per bracket: 100 people). The team that is winning at the end of the 10 minutes will advance. Prizes for first, second and third place. For more information regarding the tournament, please contact Tournament Director, Vinny Mangano, at vmangano@aol.com.

About the Tournament Director

Vinny Mangano is a retired math teacher from the Southampton School District who brings a passion for community and sport to every court. With over nine years of pickleball experience and as a proud USPA ambassador, he is dedicated to growing the game and welcoming players of all levels.

If you would like to be a sponsor of Pickling With a Purpose, click here for our Sponsorship Form. Contact Laura Borghardt (laura.borghardt@gmail.com) or Diane Nicholson (dhnicholson@icloud.com) if you have questions. Thank you for your support!

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation
Creating a Legacy for Women’s Health

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation was founded in 1997 to honor Ellen Hermanson's legacy and continue the vital work to which she dedicated so much passion and effort. Ellen was a powerful advocate and activist who used her journalistic skills to become a prominent voice for breast cancer patients and their families. Through her writing, she raised awareness about early detection, the challenges of living with breast cancer, the often-overlooked issue of pain management, and the profound impact of breast cancer on entire families.

The Ellen Hermanson Foundation is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art breast health care and supporting those affected by cancer. Serving primarily breast cancer patients on the East End of Long Island, New York, the Foundation achieves its mission through two main initiatives:

• Offering educational outreach to highlight the importance of early detection and ensuring access to mammography and treatment for medically underserved communities.

• Funding psychosocial support services that address the diverse challenges faced by breast cancer patients, survivors, their families, spouses, and friends.

No patient is ever denied care at the Ellen Hermanson Breast Center due to lack of insurance or inability to pay, and all services provided through Ellen’s Well are offered free of charge.