Join Us for a Day of Dinks, Drives, and Community Impact!

Whether you’re a seasoned "pro" or picking up a paddle for the first time, our upcoming Pickleball Tournament is the perfect way to get active for a great cause. All proceeds from the event directly support isolated families on the cusp of a crisis in Racine and Kenosha counties.

By joining this tournament, you aren’t just playing a game; you’re helping us connect families with an entire Circle of Support: a Family Coach to help them on their stabilization goals; a Family Friend or two, to create a friendship that will last for years thru texts, calls, and meet-ups; a possible Host Family who can help with temporary childcare when a parent is facing a short-term hospitalization, job training, or other need; and Resource Friends who can help when the plumbing goes wonky, or a budget or resume needs to be created.

All these people, working together to provide a community around individuals who are without the type of social support that many of us can take for granted.

What's a Tournament without a Prize?

Competitive Bracket Winners = $100 Amazon Gift Cards
Newbie Bracket Winners = $50 Amazon Gift Cards

Pickleball Open Highlights:

New Player? We will have a FREE special newbie class start at 7:30am to teach you the ropes to start your new favorite lifelong sport!
Categories for All: Competitive, Newbie, and a special Kids-Run division
Prizes for Competitive Bracket Winners: $100 Amazon Gift Card
Prizes for Newbie Bracket Winners: $50 Amazon Gift Card
Participation Gifts for the Kids: Every kid who "competes" will come home with something special. :-)
Community & Connection: Enjoy local food, prizes, and the chance to learn more about the incredible impact Safe Families is having in keeping kids out of foster care in Racine and Kenosha.

Paddles up, people!

What is Safe Families for Children?

Safe Families for Children Racine/Kenosha is dedicated to keeping kids out of the foster care system by surrounding at-risk parents with a network of volunteers for support before a crisis escalates. A recently finished 10-year study has proven that our unique model of support keeps kids out of the child welfare system while strengthening their parents for positive long-term societal effects. We are a movement of community, fueled by radical hospitality, intentional compassion, and disruptive generosity—because we believe that no child should face the trauma of separation simply because their parent lacked a support system.

🏓 Pickleball with a Purpose

In a pickle? Help us help families get out of theirs!