In March of 2022, two college basketball players went out to serve the homeless of their community; only to have the trajectory of their lives change forever as they realized how their platform could make a difference in the lives of their struggling neighbors.

Since that point, they have built two community focused nonprofits called Ryan's Giving Tree and the Sion James Foundation.

**Today, 3 years later, we are launching in honor of one of those founders as he takes aim with the brotherhood to win a national championship!**

Join us in the inaugural RGT Charity Bracket Challenge.

THIS EVENT'S REGISTRATION IS CLOSED!

WE ARE STILL ACCEPTING DONATIONS.

RGT Charity Bracket Challenge – Help Make More Impact, More Entries, and More Fun!

Support RGT’s mission to use community based solutions to end homelessness by joining our Charity Bracket Challenge!

We encourage a recommended $15 donation for each bracket entry, allowing you to compete while making a meaningful difference.

No Entry Fee Required! All are eligible to win the free bracket challenge!

All participants will be invited to take part in a virtual post-tournament event where a panel —including Sion James—will recap the impact of the event & will recognize standout participants with exclusive thank-you gifts, including:

🏀 A signed game worn jersey
👟 Autographed sneakers
🎽 Limited-edition RGT gear

Award Categories & Gift Selection Process:

🏆 Top 3 Brackets - Including a look at bracket owner engagement, performance, and name
🎨 Most Creative Bracket Name
📢 Top Advocate for the Event – The participant who spreads the most awareness for the cause

Additional award categories will be announced as they are determined.

*These gifts are tokens of appreciation for individuals who demonstrate buy-in to this free community event.

100% Tax Deductible Donations

This is a purely charitable event, and your donation is fully tax-deductible since no goods or services are provided in exchange. 100% of proceeds go toward RGT’s work in community outreach and housing initiatives. Please consult your tax advisor for specific tax implications.

Donate, compete, and be a part of the impact!

*All RGT supporters are welcome to participate! Gifts will be allocated at the discretion of RGT and their panel of judges. RGT reserves the right to remove participants for any reason. Ticket prices reflect our RECOMMENDED donation to play. No pay necessary to play. This is a charity event with no monetary prizes or prizes equal to any monetary value. Please engage responsibly.

**The bracket challenge is a free event. This specific event does not guarantee prizes based on performance.

***In no way shape or form has RGT created this event to be a gambling event. RGT strongly discourages participation in gambling activities. NO PRIZES ARE OFFERED FOR BRACKET PERFORMANCE. THIS IS FREE EVENT MEANT TO RAISE AWARENESS FOR A NONPROFIT.

The RGT Charity Bracket Challenge (2025)

By Ryan's Giving Tree

The RGT Charity Bracket Challenge (2025)

REGISTRATION CLOSED. DONATIONS ONLY.