Friday, March 26, 2027 · 6 to 10 pm
Play It Forward
Our first annual pickleball tournament
Lace up your sneakers and join us at the Northville Pickleball Club. Whether you're a seasoned player or picking up a paddle for the first time, there's a place for you.
Fans from $50 | Players from $80
Every ticket includes
Every ticket supports the We Care family: one-on-one tutoring, GED support and subject tests, and life skills coaching, all with one goal, helping each young person become fully self-sufficient.
Tickets
Choose your ticket
Pick the one that fits how you want to take part. Registration closes March 15, 2027.
Play in the tournament
Solo Player
$80
1 ticket · 1 player
Come solo and we'll match you with another single entry for the round robin.
- Entry for one player in the round robin tournament
- A random teammate from the pool of other single entries
Doubles Team
$150
2 tickets · 2 players
Already have a partner? Register together and play as a team.
- Entry for two players in the round robin tournament
We Care Champion
$200
1 ticket · 1 player
The full experience as a player, with extras to boost your game and your chances to win.
- Entry for one player in the round robin tournament
- A token for every challenge
- 15 50/50 raffle tickets
Dream Team
$350
2 tickets · 2 players
Bring your partner and play in style with the best perks we offer.
- Entry for two players in the round robin tournament
- Tokens for every challenge
- 30 50/50 raffle tickets
Watch from the sidelines
Sideline Fan
$50
1 ticket
Cheer on the players, mingle, and support the children and families of We Care Foster Care.
- Entry to the event (not playing in the tournament)
Courtside VIP
$125
1 ticket
Watch from the sidelines with extra perks and a chance to win big.
- Entry to the event (not playing in the tournament)
- Tokens for every challenge
- 15 50/50 raffle tickets
The night
Schedule
- 6:00 PMCheck-in and warm-up
- 6:30 PMPlay begins
- 9:25 PMChampionship match
- 9:45 PMAwards and raffle drawing
- 10:00 PMEvent wraps
Food and drinks are available all evening. Spectators are welcome to come and go.
Beyond the bracket
Pickleball challenges
Pickle Shootout
Grab a bucket of balls and take aim at our targets, with bigger points for the harder shots.
Dink Streak
Trade dinks with a partner and see how many you can string together without a miss.
Play the Pro
Take on a pickleball pro, either solo or as a team against the one pro.
Want to just hit around? A free play court is open to every ticket holder.
Sponsorship
Sponsor Play It Forward
Connect with a lively, community-minded crowd for an evening of play, food and giving.
Front and center
Your brand on the courts, on our event page, and in our email and social media outreach, before and after the night.
In good company
A lively, community-minded crowd gathered for play, food and giving.
Real impact
Every dollar goes directly to supporting the children and families in the We Care family.
Swipe the table sideways to see every level.
| Sponsorship levels and benefits | Paddle / Ball Sponsor$500 | Single Court$2,500 | Bar Sponsor$3,000 | Double Court$5,000 | Presenting Sponsor$10,000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Every sponsor gets | |||||
| Tickets | 2 Standard | 2 VIP | 2 VIP | 4 VIP | 8 VIP |
| Social media shout out | |||||
| Quarterly email | Newsletter listing | Half page | Half page | Full page | Full page |
| Logo or name on website event page | Small | Medium | Medium | Large | Front and center |
| Signature perks | |||||
| Custom team T-shirts | Not included | ||||
| Emcee recognition at opening | Not included | ||||
| Emcee recognition at closing | Not included | Not included | |||
| Logo on the open bar | Not included | Not included | Not included | ||
| Logo on paddle/ball holders and pickup table | Not included | Not included | Not included | ||
| Large signage around entire venue | Not included | Not included | Not included | Not included | |
| Signage at silent auction tables | Not included | Not included | Not included | Not included | |
| Number of sponsored courts | Not included | One | Not included | Two | Not included |
| Custom makeover of all sponsored courts | Not included | Not included | Not included | ||
| Priority court placement | Not included | Not included | Not included | Not included | |
Questions about sponsoring? Email team@wecarefostercare.org. Sponsorship sign-up closes March 15, 2027.
Give something to bid on
Donate a silent auction item
Gift cards, experiences, sports gear and local favorites all help. Email team@wecarefostercare.org to donate an item.
Location
Getting there
Northville Pickleball Club
40100 Six Mile Road
Northville, MI 48168
Head toward Ward Church, then turn left and follow the signs to the Northville Pickleball Club.
Questions?
Tickets: cmack@wecarefostercare.org
Sponsorships and auction items: team@wecarefostercare.org
Phone: (313) 688-0718
See you on the courts
Friday, March 26, 2027 at the Northville Pickleball Club.