Non-profit fundraising Sand Volleyball Tournament in memory of Paul Melby. Rochester, MN. Our goal is to hopefully make a difficult time be less painful.
The Melby Memorial Volleyball Tournament (MMVT) is run by the non-profit organization Melby Memorial Charities (MMC) for the sole purpose of raising funds to assist volleyball families in need. There are those out there in our volleyball family that have fallen upon hard times, possibly due to a medical condition or an unexpected turn for the worse and are having a difficult time making ends meet.
05/14/2022
11 years ago today we lost the person and reason we created Melby Memorial Charities. We're now 10 yrs. strong and continue to support the community and families in his memory.
Never forgotten. Paul Melby
05/03/2022
KTTC TV used the most recent Boys Volleyball game at Mayo High School as a backdrop for an upcoming segment they plan to run on our foundation since we also promote and sponsor the local BVB teams.
Tom Overlie KTTC was fantastic to work with as he interviewed some MMC committee members, past recipient families, BVB coaches and players.
Watch for upcoming posts to view their "People Who Care" segment.
It is with deep sadness that we come to you with news of the passing of this year's 2021 MMC recipient, Brooke Gulbrandson.
Those who knew her best will remember her for all the great memories she provided them when she was living life. We, at MMC, will remember her for the brave, strong woman that stood before us in a weakened state and gave the greatest speech at our event showing that she planned to fight until the very end...all extremely honorable qualities in our eyes.
Today, after hearing of the news, one of our committee members put it best when they said "I didn't know Brooke or talk to her at the tournament but I just want to cry about it". So very well said to sum up our MMC follower's feelings --- we help this person that we don't (or hardly) know and you can't help but fall in love with the person she was. That's how someone like Brooke makes you feel. A beautiful person taken from everyone too soon.
Her family extends an enormous heartfelt thank you to everyone who sent their well wishes and for all the funds raised in Brooke's honor.
Stating that she wasn't scared and was ready to go, she left this world peacefully. I think we can all rest easier tonight knowing that.
Our thoughts continue to be with the Gulbrandson family during this time.
09/04/2021
Visit the silent auction of our very good friends at today. Going on right now, but hurry, it ends soon!!
Caleb Eide Memorial Golf Tournament Caleb was just 5 years old on that dreadful day, February 6, 2014. He had always been an extremely healthy, active, energetic, and happy little boy. Out of nowhere, things suddenly changed and Caleb’s energy had faded. I had taken him to the doctor a few times in January of that year because somet...
09/04/2021
Great day for golf and fundraising! Honoring our former recipient, the is holding their annual event to raise funds for childhood cancer.
Some of our MMC committee members stopped by to support the cause and be a part of this great event!
You can help too! Visit the online auction here: https://www.accelevents.com/e/caleb-eide-memorial-golf-tournament
.. but you better hurry, it ends in a few short hours!
08/24/2021
Finish your summer on a high note with our VB friends in St. Charles this weekend.
Contact Katie at 507.273.0506
Registration closes Wednesday!
06/20/2021
The TRUE Team Champions of the 2021 MMVT9 - Brooke Gulbrandson & family!
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06/20/2021
2021 MMVT9 Runner-ups!
06/20/2021
Your 2021 MMVT9 Champs!
06/19/2021
It's time. MMVT9 is here. Let's DO this!
Today"s PSA: Patio seating could be a challenge on Saturday - might want to bring a chair and/or canopy.