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Grants will aid youth sports locally

Helene Gibbens, for Adirondack Nature Festival for People with Disabilities, accepts a check for their second annual event. Pictured from left are Keith Freeman, Mike Nephew, Helene Gibbons, Dan Reilly and Erik Viscardo. (Provided photo)
Immediately after a 7 a.m. practice, Gracen Foster of Saranac Lake High School varsity volleyball accepts a check from Dawn Martin of Kiwanis. Pictured from left are Mike Nephew, Coach Megan Czadzeck with nephew Jackson, Erik Viscardo, Dawn, and teammates Addy Foster, Maddy Allard, Lena Holmes, Lexie Donaldson and Gracen. In back: Craig Stevens, Donna Walsh, Judy Nisson, and Bill Rich. (Provided photo)

SARANAC LAKE — Saranac Lake Kiwanis recently awarded two grants through their Kiwanis Community Sports Fund. The fund contributes to fundraising efforts for youth sports.

Adirondack Nature Festival for People with Disabilities raised about $17,500 for their second annual event at the VIC Aug. 16. The festival provides opportunities for people with disabilities, their families, friends and supporters, to connect with nature together in an environment that is as undisturbed as possible.

Saranac Lake High School varsity volleyball is determined to reclaim the Class B Section 7 title, a title they narrowly missed last year after holding it for six straight seasons. Their fundraising goal of $5,000 will purchase training equipment, personalized Red Storm gear, meals for away games and team-building activities.

Saranac Lake Kiwanis seeks new members and volunteers. Donations to the Community Sports Fund are most welcome and are tax deductible.

Starting at $3.92/week.

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