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SUMMARY:NJTL of Trenton 50th Anniversary Gala
DESCRIPTION:NJTL of Trenton 50th Anniversary Gala Featuring Kim Clijsters\nSands Foundation and NJM Insurance Group to Be Honored \nTRENTON\, NJ – For Release:  August 28\, 2025 – Supporters\, community leaders\, and tennis enthusiasts will come together to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the National Junior Tennis & Learning of Trenton (NJTL of Trenton) at a dynamic gala event on Sunday\,\nSeptember 21\, 2025\, at Mercer County Park in West Windsor\, NJ. Join us for an inspiring day of tennis\, music\, and recognition of those who have championed the organization’s mission over five decades. The festivities will begin at the Mercer County Indoor Tennis Center and conclude with a lakeside dinner and awards presentation at The Boathouse at Mercer Lake. \nEvent Highlights\nTennis Exhibition featuring Special Guest Kim Clijsters\, former World No. 1 and NJTLT student-athletes and Gala sponsors.  The on-court experience will be emceed by Bill Mountford\, Director of Tennis at the International Tennis Hall of Fame\, with coaching support from Dr. Dave Marshall\, former coach of the Bryan Brothers and current head coach at Delaware State University.\nLive Auction – including exclusive experiences and travel destinations\nHonoree Presentation: The George H. & Estelle M. Sands Foundation and NJM Insurance Group\nBuffet – Open Bar – DJ Music \nWhy This Gala Matters\nProceeds from this signature event directly benefit NJTL of Trenton programs that transform lives year-round: \n\nSummer Camp & ACE (Academic Creative Engagement)\nAshe Elite Indoor Tennis Season\nMinecraft Education Program (teacher training & student access)\nCommunity Outreach Initiatives\nTennis Equipment\, Educational Supplies & More\n\nHonoree Spotlights\nThe George H. & Estelle M. Sands Foundation\, a longtime NJTL of Trenton partner\, has made an indelible mark on the organization’s ability to serve Trenton-area youth with excellence\, equity\, and opportunity. Their visionary philanthropy has helped sustain and expand critical academic and athletic programs.  NJM Insurance Group\, headquartered in West Trenton\, exemplifies corporate citizenship through its consistent\, generous support of youth development in the region. Their partnership with NJTL of Trenton has enhanced programming\, provided essential resources\, and deepened community impact. \nAbout NJTL of Trenton\nFounded in 1975\, NJTL of Trenton is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization committed to creating opportunities for success by combining tennis\, education\, and mentoring to support under-resourced youth. Each year\, NJTL of Trenton serves annually over 1000 students in the greater Trenton area\, helping them develop critical life skills\, achieve academic goals\, and build pathways to bright futures. Through dynamic partnerships with schools\, community organizations\, and families\, NJTL of Trenton continues to be a national leader among NJTL chapters\, empowering youth through programs that nurture the whole child—on and off the court.
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LOCATION:Mercer County Park Tennis Center and Mercer County Boathouse\, 1638 Old Trenton Road\, West Windsor\, NJ\, 08550\, United States
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