The New England Senior Tennis Foundation (NESTF) exists thanks to the passion that Irving and Bernice Levine had for senior tennis in New England. Their foresight and financial backing have enabled the NESTF to support and promote senior tennis in New England since 1995. A critical part of this support is funding for the New England Slams, the brainchild of Ken and Dorcas Miller, which became the premier tournaments for senior tennis players in New England. The Foundation also supports other senior tournaments in the area and the New England “Cup” competitions for men and women.
While Irving and Bernice established the Foundation and set it up to be financially viable for many years to come, they did not provide infinite support. We must rely on continuous donations to sustain these popular and anticipated tennis events in New England.
If you are one of the many players who benefit from these events and would love to see the various programs expand and thrive, please consider donating to the foundation. Your gift can ensure tennis players in New England will continue to enjoy excellent competition, camaraderie, and experiences for years to come. Thank you in advance.aments, other competitions, and news of interest to seniors.
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A special thanks to the following people for their recent donations:
George Lynch $100
In memory of Ken Miller
James Curtin $250
I was saddened to hear of the passing of Ken Miller; he was certainly one of the older players I recall seeing at the Concord Country Club when I played on occasion as a guest in my junior days. My heartfelt condolences to his wife and family.
John Wilson $100
In memory of Ken Miller.
Barbara & Allen Gardiner $100
In fond memories of Ken Miller and appreciation for all his work on behalf of Senior Tennis.
Roy Anderson
In memory of Ken Miller - a great guy and dedicated to New England tennis.
Anonymous $75
In Memory of Ken Miller
Anonymous $50
In Memory of Ken Miller
Ryan Humphrey $50
John and Joan Ferguson $100
In Memory of Ken Miller
Garry Miller $100
In Memory of Ken Miller
Mike & Devin Cordeiro
In honor of Charles Kenneth Miller
John & Jennifer Hargreaves
Ken spent many years playing tennis. NESTF was dear to his heart.
George & Nancy Bacall
In memory of Ken Miller, who has done so much for senior tennis. May his memory be a blessing to all who knew him.
Laury Hammel $100
Ken and Dorcas transformed senior tennis in New England with their invention of the Senior Slams!
Every senior tennis player in New England has benefited from this fine couple's work. We all will miss Ken dearly.
Mark Gelsinger & Kenner Wells $100
God bless you, Ken and Dorcas. Thank you for all you have done for New England Tennis.
Garry's Teammates $190
In honor of Ken Miller from all the guys on the team of his son, Garry.
George & Nancy Bacall: $75
Joel Herkowitz
Steven Kapiloff: $250
Pure Energy
Walter Weld: $500
John and Carolyn Fournier
Victoria Hibbard: $250
Bruce Leibig: $100 “I’m proud to support senior tennis in New England."
Mercy Wheeler: $50 "My contribution is in honor of my late husband, Bats wheeler who cared so much about the organization."
Mary Toth: Tom and Mary Toth
Grey Spann: $50 - Grey Spann "Looking forward to playing your other tournaments!"
John Wilcox: (multiple donations)
David R Fish
Bill White: "Irving was a leader and a visionary. I'm pleased to support his legacy."
Harry Kirsch: $100 "In recognition of the wonderful memories of playing New England senior tournaments."
Edward Underwood: $50
Gail Warden
Laury Hammel: $250
Judith Smith: $100
In memory of Robert Whitehouse: $50
Kelton Burbank: $100
Steven Kapiloff
George & Nancy Bacall: $50
Fran McGuirk: $200
William Frost: $100
Ken & Dorcas Miller: $50
James Curtin: $250 “I remember playing Junior Tennis and watching the Adults ahead of me battle in the New England Lawn Tennis Association tournaments and knowing that one day I would play against many of them. Time certainly flies when you're having fun; while injuries have kept me away from this sport of a lifetime it is great to know that those "Adults" are still at it; of course at the age of 67; I only wish I could get back on the courts and compete once again. I am happy to support this organization to keep this sport alive and well for those of us Seniors.”