The First Responders Cup Tournament is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a non-profit charitable organization. It was formed in the summer of 2002 to raise funds for those affected by the events of September 11, 2001. It is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as an 501 (c) (3) charitable organization. On May 14th 2007, the IRS reviewed the organization's work and subequently authorized a renewal as a charitable organization. Id number: 05-0528494.
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The First Responders Cup Tournament has been fortunate to have had a number of sponsors and contributors, including many of the players, coaches, and fans of the teams participating in the tournament. Of special note are:
--Amateur Softball Association ( Metro DC ASA)
--Arlington County Fire Department
--Arlington County Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
--Arlington County Police Department
--Coca Cola Bottling
--Dan Kain Trophies ( creator of the First Responders Cup Trophy)
--H.I. Ribsters Catering
--Mad Hatter Design and Silkscreening
--Merrill Construction
--Northern Virginia Fastpitch Umpires Association
--Two Guys and Grill Catering
--Westover Florists
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The donations and receipts from the First Responders Cup Tournament have been used to make donations in excess of $15,000 over the history of the Tournament to the following organizations.
--Arlington Chapter of the American Red Cross
--Arlington Corps of the Salvation Army
--The Firemen's Association
--The Navy Marine Corps Relief Fund
--The Old Guard Ladies Association --The Visiting Nurses Association of Greater New Orleans
--The Women's Center - The Fisher House (2008)
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