First community fundraiser

Help fund the first Magic Academy kit.

The Project PLAY Pickleball Tournament is being planned as the organization's first community fundraising event. Money raised through the event will support the creation of the first complete Magic Academy Adventure Kit.

How it flows

From tournament to first kit.

Step 1

Pickleball Tournament

Community participation and fundraising.

Step 2

Magic Academy Development

Design, activity materials, printing, packaging, and prototype production.

Step 3

First Completed Kit

A physical Magic Academy experience ready for future review and use.

Currently Being PlannedPurpose: Funding the first Magic Academy Adventure Kit

The Project PLAY Pickleball Tournament

The first Project PLAY community fundraiser is being developed as a pickleball tournament. The event is intended to bring together students, families, local players, volunteers, businesses, and supporters in a fun and active setting.

Event goals

  • Raise money for the first complete Magic Academy Adventure Kit
  • Cover early material, printing, design, and packaging costs
  • Introduce the community to The Project PLAY
  • Recruit volunteers and supporters
  • Build relationships with local businesses and organizations
  • Create momentum for future projects
Possible event features under consideration
  • Singles or doubles matches
  • Youth and family participation
  • Beginner-friendly divisions
  • Student volunteers
  • Local business sponsorships
  • Prize or raffle donations
  • An information table about Magic Academy
  • Opportunities to support future kits

These are being considered and are not yet confirmed.

Where the first funds may go

Focused on making the first kit real.

Activity Materials

Paper, stickers, craft supplies, wand materials, cards, and other kit components.

Printing

Welcome letters, worksheets, spell cards, certificates, activity pages, and packaging inserts.

Packaging

The box, folder, labels, protective materials, and organized activity sections.

Prototype Development

Testing different formats, materials, sizes, instructions, and activity layouts.

Design and Illustration

Any necessary printing, artwork, layout, or production support.

Safety and Usability Improvements

Changes made after feedback and prototype review.

Exact costs and the final fundraising goal will be published once the first complete kit budget is calculated.

Event interest

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Submitting interest does not confirm registration, sponsorship, volunteering, or participation. Official event details will be announced once finalized.

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