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The Schwartz Center for Children announced today its second annual Fishing For a Cause recreational tournament will feature a chance for registered anglers to win one million dollars. The center’s staff, volunteers and event organizers were joined by Mayor Jon Mitchell and State Senator Mark Montigny and community leaders at a press conference detailing the tournament, which will take place out of the port city of New Bedford, Massachusetts on the weekend of June 15-16, 2012, with the city’s Pope’s Island Marina serving as home base. Proceeds from the charity tournament will benefit the Schwartz Center for Children. Register online at www.fishing4acause.org; deadline is June 1, 2012.
The Fishing for a Cause tournament is open to all anglers on recreational fishing boats and fishing kayaks. Last year the tournament raised $55,232 for The Schwartz Center for Children in Dartmouth. Trophies and prizes will be awarded for anglers bringing in the highest weight total in the bluefish, striped bass, and fluke categories. All registered anglers, over the age of 18, will be eligible to win a million dollar prize, provided by Odds On Promotions. A complete list of rules can be found on the website. The tournament also features a Seaside Dinner on Friday evening and a Awards BBQ on Saturday; both take place under a tent at Pope’s Island. The Seaside Dinner and Awards BBQ are open to the public with the purchase of a ticket.
Tournament organizers are seeking sponsors, supporters, volunteers and donations for the silent and live auction. Interested parties can contact the Fishing For A Cause organizers by email at ffac@schwartzcenter.org or by phone at (508) 996-3391 ext. 392. More information can be found at www.schwartzcenter.org.
The Schwartz Center for Children is a 501c3 nonprofit organization. The Center is Southeastern Massachusetts’ only independent, community-based provider of diagnostic, therapeutic, educational and social services to children and young adults with complex medical and developmental needs. Founded in 1947, the Schwartz Center for Children is a recognized leader in addressing the diverse needs of families dealing with wide range of special needs including autism spectrum disorders, and other sensory and social limitations. The Center provides individualized support tailored to meet the unique needs of each child and family. The Schwartz Center is located at One Posa Place, Dartmouth, MA 02747.
