Nassau County Presents Award to Tennis Racquets for Kids Inc.

Tennis Racquets for Kids Inc., a non profit tennis charity was awarded two citations from Nassau County. Zachary and Paige Mintz, co-founders of the organization accepted the honors.

The first citation acknowledged their individual work, " making significant enhancements to the region of Nassau County and the betterment of its residents." The second citation was awarded to the organization, " for working diligently to uphold the principles of human decency, and demonstrating through the year, a selfless commitment to Nassau County and its residents."

Nassau County Parks Commissioner Jose Lopez presented the awards, on behalf of Nassau County Executive Thomas Suozzi, during a ceremony at the Nassau County Department of Parks, Recreation and Museums in Eisenhower Park.

Last summer, Tennis Racquets for Kids Inc., participated in The Healthy Nassau Quick Start Tennis Day, 2009. This program was also sponsored by the USTA. Zachary and Paige Mintz conducted a tennis clinic and donated over 150 tennis racquets to the children from local camps and day care centers. The majority of these children never had a tennis lesson or anyone to teach them the game. The numerous hugs, smiles and thank yous, made the event even more special.

Tennis Racquets for Kids, Inc., collects new and used tennis racquets throughout the year and redistributes them to children in need. This organization has helped many school programs, individual families and camps. Donate for the Love of the Game!!!