Pine Tree Apple Classic Fund

Funds raised by PTACF support targeted pediatric cancer research programs at Children's Minnesota and around the world.

INVEST IN FINDING A CURE

Mission

Our mission is to improve the lives of children with childhood disease and their families by funding vital research and essential support programs.

About

Pine Tree Apple Classic Fund (PTACF), a Minnesota nonprofit corporation, was formed in 2018 to ensure the long-term sustainability of targeted cancer research initiatives and our signature event -the Pine Tree Apple Tennis Classic.

Support

Your generous financial support of PTACF and the PTATC helps provide vital information to cancer specialists around the world and supports the healing of the patient’s whole body when receiving treatment.

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What is Pine Tree Apple Classic Fund?

We support targeted cancer research programs at Children’s Minnesota and around the world that not only help children survive, but also to thrive both during and after treatment.

Learn More About PTACF

Your generous donations have helped us make incredible progress in finding a cure. Learn more about the many advances that have been made possible because of the Pine Tree Apple Classic Fund.

What Your Gifts Have Done In Finding A Cure!

Upcoming Events

The Swing City Spring Fling
NTRP Tournament

May 2-4, 2025

Life Time St. Louis Park

St. Louis Park, Minn.

Pine Tree Apple Classic Fund is excited to announce a new partnership with Swing City Racket Sports in bringing you the Swing City Spring Fling NTRP Tournament May 2-4, 2025, at Life Time St. Louis Park! This new event is intended for recreational players who have always wanted to support Pine Tree on the court!

The Spring Fling features draws at the 7.0, 8.0 and 9.0 levels in gender doubles and mixed doubles with $10 of each entry supporting Pine Tree Apple Classic Fund and the cause. And just like the Pine Tree Apple Tennis Classic participants, Spring Fling tournament players will be encouraged to peer-to-peer fundraise with 100% of those donations also going directly to the cause.

Tournament entry fees are $60 for the first event and $40 for additional event (max 2). Entries are limited to the first eight teams in each division so SIGN UP NOW and secure your spot! To register for the tournament, click here. To peer-to-peer fundraise, contact PTACF Executive Director Lisa Mushett at lisa@ptacf.org for more information!

2025 Pine Tree Apple Tennis Classic
40-LOVE Anniversary Celebration

July 31- August 3, 2025

Life Time White Bear Lake

White Bear Lake, Minn.

Come celebrate the 40th Anniversary of this timeless summer tradition as we raise funds for pediatric cancer research, rehabilitation and point of care initiatives locally at Children's Minnesota at around the world!! Admission is FREE!