Paddles For A Purpose

EVENT OVERVIEW:

On Saturday, February 22nd, Carolina Youth Coalition’s Young Professional Advisory Board will be hosting Paddles for a Purpose, an 18-team, double elimination pickleball tournament with proceeds benefiting CYC’s Persistence Program! Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with current CYC mentors and fellows, and network with other young professionals!

WHY IT MATTERS:

Nearly 90% of CYC “Fellows” are first-generation college students. While getting into college is certainly an accomplishment, there are myriad barriers and obstacles that can derail first-generation and low-income college students from persisting through college and earning a degree.

This is where CYC’s Persistence Program steps in! Our holistic support follows "Fellows" from the time they make their college decision through all four years of college with support such as assistance with travel to and from school, technology, dorm room supplies and other educational expenses, as well as connection to career development and internship opportunities.

Have lots of fun and help CYC ensure our Fellows have what they need to graduate on time and be ready to enter the workforce!

GET INVOLVED:

• Register as a two-person team to compete in the double-elimination tournament
• Connect with CYC mentors to learn about mentor opportunities
• Learn about other volunteer opportunities and meet current Fellows
• Use a peer-to-peer fundraising page to encourage others to give!
  

PRICES:

• $40 Event Admission
• $90 Per Team for Tournament Participation
  

LOCATION:
Tipsy Pickle (Camp North End)
201 Camp Rd Suite 120, Charlotte, NC 28206

EVENT SCHEDULE:

• 9:00 am: Registration Opens
• 9:30 am: Tournament Begins
  Attendees can watch matches, enjoy the food, participate in the raffle, and partake in the other amenities available, like the golf simulator.
• 12:30 pm: Event conclusion. Tournament and raffle winners announced.

About Carolina Youth Coalition

Carolina Youth Coalition's (“CYC”) mission is to nurture and propel high-achieving, under-resourced students to and through college. CYC prepares Fellows to enter, excel in, and graduate from college so they can be full participants in society. A college education is critical to one’s long-term financial security, yet many students and families face significant social, academic, and financial barriers to college success. CYC empowers Fellows with the right tools and a strong support network to spark lasting generational change through higher education and develop into the next generation of leaders, innovators, and advocates for others. Additional information about CYC’s mentor programs and the CYC YP Board can be found below:

CYC Mentoring Opportunities: Volunteer | Carolina Youth Coalition

CYC YP Board: YP | Carolina Youth Coalition

Donate to CYC: Donate | Carolina Youth Coalition

Host or Publisher Kathryn and Luke Kissam