NEWSLETTERVOLUME 1 JOHNAPPLESWIMFUND.ORG

2015

Our MissionMISSION STATEMENTThe John Apple Swim Fund encourages Lancaster County

swimmers to pursue their dreams by awarding scholarships

to those in need of financial support.

OVERVIEWBecoming a successful swimmer demands more than just

talent. Dedication, hard work, and a desire to excel are also

required. In addition, financial support may be needed to

advance to the next level. Athletes who can make the com-

mitment to swim year round must bear the costs for team

membership, training, apparel, equipment, meet fees and

travel. Motivated swimmers who do not have the resources

to continue in the sport should not be left behind. The goal

of the John Apple Swim Fund is to create opportunities for

Lancaster County swimmers to pursue their dreams.

Greetings and happy 2015! We are eager to share our first annual Newsletter with you! We hope this will be a great way to keep you informed as well as highlight

some key accomplishments, which your contributions have made possible.

It’s hard to believe two years have passed already since we lost our beloved coach, John Apple. His enthusiasm for swimming and direct impact on decades of Lancaster County swimmers inspired his family to figure out a way to keep his legacy alive and benefit others. With the help of a few friends, coaches and Five Star Swim Club, the John Apple Swim Fund was quickly born. As we keep coach Apple close to our heart, we plunge forward and focus on the talent that swims before us today. It has become our mission to support our dedicated, goal-driven swimmers financially and help them advance to the next level in their swimming career.

As we enter into our third year, we’d like to take this time to reflect on 2014. With the generous donations from many of you, we were able to award our first two scholarships! The scholarship recipients were Mikaela Schell, a graduate from Donegal High School, and Seth Bare of Lampeter-Strasburg High School. Another milestone for our Swim Fund is our nonprofit 501(c)(3) status. We are now functioning as our own entity, with every dollar donated going towards our mission.

Our organization has been pleasantly surprised by everyone’s generosity and interest in the Swim Fund thus far. Our net profit has reached 14k, which moves us closer to our goal of endowing the scholarships for many years to come. Thank you to those who helped make that possible! A special thank you to Five Star Swim Club, New Holland Aquatic Club, and Skyline Swim Team who held their own fundraisers and contributed a substantial portion to our Swim Fund.

We are looking forward to another successful year and hope to see you at our annual fundraiser in June! More details inside!

~ Mindy Apple AscosiOfficers: Chris Apple, Mindy Ascosi, Debbie Apple, Heather Apple-Jenkins

Best part about college swimming?The best part is the teammates and the friendships I have made. My team is my family away from home. I spend most of my time with my teammates both in the water and outside of the water. As well as the competition, I have already improved my times and perfected my swimming technique. My coaches really care about each and every one of their swimmers.

What are your favorite swimming events?My favorite swimming events are the 50 and 100 freestyle, 100 fly, as well as relays. I really look forward to being in a relay because it’s one of the most exciting races. In college, I have mostly been swimming sprint events.

What are some of your goals for 2015?Some goals I have for 2015 are for the women’s swim team to win the MAC’S championship meet in February. Goals for school are to complete with straight A’s.

Any advice for high school students getting ready for college?My advice is to follow God’s plan for your life and to not lean on your own understanding…let God guide you and be a part of every decision you make!

How many siblings do you have?I am the middle child, with an older sister and a younger sister.

Do you have any pets?Yes, I have two cats named Snuka and Cleopatra.

Favorite vacation spot?My favorite vacation spot would have to be the beach because I love the sun, water, and relaxing. I think it’s one of the most beautiful places on earth that God has created.

Getting to know our2014 Scholarship Recipients

Mikaela Schell Seth Bare

John Apple John AppleMemorial Scholarship Swimming Award

Mikaela Schell is currently in her freshman year at Messiah College, majoring in Nutrition and Dietetics, and a member of the women’s swim team. She graduated from Donegal High School in 2014 as a very accomplished student and swimmer. She was Secretary of her class, a district qualifier in swimming, member of Elizabethtown Aquatic Club, active in yearbook, cross country, prayer group and National Honor Society.

Seth Bare is currently in his Senior year at Lampeter- Strasburg High School and swims year-round for Marauder Aquatic Club. In addition to being an excellent student, Seth is a member of the varsity swim team, marching band, concert band, jazz band, orchestra and the National Honor Society.

Seth’s favorite events in swim- ming are 200 IM, 100 fly, and 100 free. His goals for the year include placing at Leagues and qualifying for Districts.

2015SCHOLARSHIPS

The John Apple Swim Fund will be awarding two $500 scholarships this year. Both are available to Lancaster County Swimmers.

INFO & APPLICATIONS ONLINE:http://johnappleswimfund.org/scholarships/

John Apple Memorial ScholarshipAvailable to swimmers in their senior year of high school who plan to pursue college swimming.>>> Deadline: April 3, 2015

John Apple Swimming AwardAvailable to swimmers in 9th–12th grade who are committed to joining a U.S. club team.>>> Deadline: June 1, 2015

Scholarships will be presented at our annual fundraiser, ApplePalooza, on June 20, 2015.

The John Apple Swim Fund awards scholarships on an objective and nondiscriminatory basis. Our selection committee consists of individuals who have no affiliation with a specific swim team or swimmer.

2014 Scholarship Recipients

Marathon($1000 to $3000)New Holland Aquatic Club

Skyline Swim Team

William & Catherine Goodrum

Long-Distance($500 to $999)Five Star Swim Club

Middle-Distance($200 to $499)Debra Apple

George & Pam Speidel

Lancaster Neuroscience & Spine Associates

Louise Miller

Robert & Gloria Gates

Sandi Abraham

Sprint($100 to $199)Arlen & Linda Greiner

Chris & Heather Jenkins

Doris Vorndran

Jerry & Darla Swope

Kathy Evans

Leonard & Donna Ascosi

Mark Daum

Michael Orstein

Peter & Ally Ascosi

Tom & Claudia Lints

Team($10 to $99)Andrew & Mindy Ascosi

Bill Burgess

Bree Speidel

Chris & Melissa Apple

David & Judy Hoover

Dawn Cook

Fred Kinsey & Carol Thompson

Greg & Pamela Duke

Jack & Ann Fulton

Joe & Joan Schram

Kelly Jacobs

Leslie Lemonick

Matt Arment

Nicole Laska

Richard Frerichs

Richard & Lucy Toriello

Ron Mullins

Ted & Carol Nichols

2014 Benefactors

The pictures above were taken last year at ApplePalooza. Held at the Lancaster Liederkranz, highlights of the day consisted of live music by Corty Byron, awesome raffle and auction prizes, a delicious BBQ meal, award ceremony and lots of fun activities for kids!

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ApplePaloozaJUNE 20, 2015

Woodridge Swim Club—Lititz, PA

In addition to needing volunteers, raffle and silent auction items, we will be searching for SPONSORS this year.

Please contact Mindy Ascosi at mindy@johnappleswimfund.org if you or your business are interested in helping.

Gold—$500

• Admission for 4• Media Recognition• Logo on JASF website• 1/2 page ad in program• Logo on flyers

Silver—$250

• Admission for 2• Media Recognition• Logo on JASF website• Company name listed

in program

Sponsorship Packages

The John Apple Swim Fund would like to thank all of our hardworking volunteers, vendors, and donors for making ApplePalooza a successful event last year!

This year we’ve decided to change things up and hold ApplePalooza at a swimming pool in hopes of providing a more engaging venue for all ages. Woodridge Swim Club has been more than gracious to offer their facilities and help in planning the event. Our organizations are looking forward to joining forces to produce a promising fundraiser.

New to the event this year will be the most obvious—a pool, so bring your swimsuits and kids. Those of you who could care less about getting wet can relax in the beer garden and enjoy good music. We’ll also be incorpo-rating a kickball tournament for the Lancaster U.S. swim clubs.

We’d love to have former swimmers join us! Call up your old teammates and bring your family along for a day of reminiscing and fun!

Check our website for event updates. www.johnappleswimfund.org

Place StampHere

487 Letort RoadMillersville, PA 17551

2015 CALENDARFebruary 14Lititz Fire & Ice Festival

April 3Deadline for John Apple Memorial Scholarship Application

June 1Deadline for John Apple Swimming Award Application

June 20ApplePalooza, Annual Fundraiser

Woodridge Swim Club will be participating in the Chili Cook-Off. Money raised from votes will be

donated to the John Apple Swim Fund.

Chili Cook-OffSaturday, February 14th

11am–3pmWarwick High School

The John Apple Swim Fund was founded in memory of swim coach, John Apple. Visit our website for more information on the history of coach Apple. Have a story about Apple that you’d like to share in the Remembering John section? Email us at info@johnappleswimfund.org.

www.johnappleswimfund.org

MAKE A DONATION! Use the envelope inside this newsletter to send a check or donate online. The John Apple Swim Fund is an all-volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax deductible. 100% of every dollar goes directly to the expenses of meeting our mission.

CONTACT USinfo@johnappleswimfund.org or 717.872.6445