WILMINGTON, NC (WWAY) — A local charity tennis tournament raised nearly $20,000 in the fight against domestic violence.
The 5th annual “Raise A Racquet Against Domestic Violence” tournament raised $18,225 for Domestic Violence Shelter and Services, Inc., organizers announced. Since the event began in 2022, it has generated nearly $100,000 to support victims and families in the Wilmington area.
The tournament is held in memory of MaryAnn Breault, who was killed in December 2021 in an act of domestic violence. Organizers say the event continues to honor her legacy while bringing the community together to support those affected…