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July 20, 2021
Five local nonprofits are off to the races to help raise funds at this year’s Ironman Triathlon.
In partnership with the Traverse City Tourism Foundation, members involved in these five local nonprofits have been training to represent their organizations at this year’s event, all while raising awareness and donations for their causes.
Each organization will have a separate fund located on the Traverse City Tourism website.
TC Tourism says they expect to see a little friendly competition amongst the organizations and athletes, with some of the athletes documenting their training.
“This is a way for not only the nonprofits to get a little bit more attention to their cause, but also raise funds in a fun sort of competitive way,” said Trevor T’Kach, President and CEO of Traverse City Tourism. “Last time we did this we raised roughly $14,000 for the nonprofits that were participating so we’re optimistic we can exceed that number this year.�