Milford Indoor Tennis is sponsoring its Second Annual Lobs of Love event on Saturday, Sept. 14 from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. to benefit the Mowat-Wilson Syndrome Foundation.
Mowat-Wilson is a rare but extremely serious genetic condition found in many countries and across ethnic groups.
The Mowat-Wilson Foundation is raising funds to hold a medical conference on the syndrome in 2020. Connecticut counts five children – two of whom live in Milford – known to be affected by the disorder. Experts estimate that hundreds of U.S. children are affected by Mowat-Wilson.
Significant signs of the syndrome include distinctive facial features, intellectual disability, delayed development and other birth defects. It is often misdiagnosed and treated incorrectly, with negative consequences.
To help raise funds and visibility for the foundation, Milford Indoor Tennis is donating its facility for a night. Players will team up for round robin mixed doubles. Tennis fans can watch, and all attendees will enjoy light drinks and appetizers, gifts and a silent auction with prizes.
Event organizers are seeking donations of goods or services as well as financial contributions. For sponsorships, donations, or additional information about this serious syndrome, contact Laura Chrysostomo at laurac@mowat-wilson.org.
Tickets to the event are $25 per person for both players and non-players. Tickets are available at mowat-wilson.org/tennis/. Milford Indoor Tennis is located at 580 Bridgeport Ave. in Milford.