27th Annual Fenix Memorial Bowling Tournament was a success!
The Manchester and Vernon Lions Clubs are thrilled to share the fundraising results from the 27th Annual Fenix Bowling Tournament, held on Sunday, April 6th, 2025: Thanks to the generosity of many, we raised an astounding $9,660.64 this year!
We had 138 participants support the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation on Sun. April 6th, 2025.
This impressive amount will go directly towards providing guide dogs to the visually impaired and blind at no cost to them. Over the past 27 years, our fundraiser has raised over $290,000 for this wonderful cause.
A special thank you, as always, goes to John and Pat Garoppolo, who started this tournament in honor of John's beloved first Fidelco Guide Dog, Fenix, many years ago. Your legacy continues to make a huge impact!
Thank you to the sponsors and businesses that donated, and to everyone who participated and supported this fantastic event.
The Fenix Memorial Bowling Fundraiser will return in 2026:
Save the date: Sunday March 29th, 1-4pm at Spare Time Vernon, Vernon, CT
Questions about this event? Want to become involved in next year’s tournament: email Marisa at manchesterctlions@gmail.com
Pictured (from left to right) are Lion Ed Gorman, Fidelco puppy raisers, 11-week-old puppy Walnut, 11-month-old puppy Neeve, Lion Marisa Hicking, and Lion Mary Gorman, Summer 2024.
Rachel, a representative from Tito’s Vodka, presents a check for $2,500 to Manchester Lions Club members to support the 24th annual Fenix Memorial Bowling Tournament.
Representatives from Fidelco (of the two and four legged kind) accept a donation of $11,680 from the Manchester Lions Club at the 24th annual Fenix Memorial Tournament.
Images from past tournaments:
