A Charity Pickleball Tournament Benefiting Pilot Dogs
Join us for an evening of fun and fundraising to help launch Camp M.O.V.E., a life-changing program for blind and visually impaired teens.
Play for a Cause.
Serve Up Impact.
Pickle with Purpose is more than just a pickleball tournament — it’s a chance to make a real impact. This year’s Pickle with Purpose will support Pilot Dogs, a local non-profit organization that empowers individuals who are blind or visually impaired to live more independently. Funds will help launch Camp M.O.V.E. in June 2026 — a free, week-long program for students ages 14–17 focused on orientation, mobility, and guide dog readiness. Our goal is to help Pilot Dogs raise $60,000 to launch the program.
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GET INVOLVED
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ATTEND THE EVENT
Come for the connections, stay for the fun! This event is free to attend—enjoy networking, games, and a great atmosphere. Feeling competitive? Register solo or with a team to enter the tournament. All skill levels are welcome! An entry fee applies for tournament players, with proceeds supporting a great cause.
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make a donation
Every dollar brings us closer to helping teens gain independence and confidence. Donate even if you can’t attend!
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become a sponsor
Support a great cause while promoting your business. Sponsorship levels include event perks, signage, and entry passes.
Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Becoming a sponsor is a powerful way to support Pilot Dogs and show your organization’s commitment to community impact. Our sponsorship tiers offer opportunities for brand visibility, team participation, and on-site engagement.
CENTER COURT
$10,000
Center court sponsorship
Logo inclusion on all marketing materials
Opportunity to speak at event
Opportunity to include branded company gift
or swag item as event favor
Opportunity to set-up vendor table at event
Tournament entry for twelve (12) guests
Light bites & two (2) drink tickets per guest
it's a big 'dill'
$5,000
Court sponsorship
Logo inclusion on all marketing materials
Opportunity to include branded company gift
or swag item as event favor
Opportunity to set-up vendor table at event
Tournament entry for eight (8) guests
Light bites & two (2) drink tickets per guest
lob leader
$2,500
Logo inclusion on all marketing materials
Tournament entry for six (6) guests
Light bites & two (2) drink tickets per guest
kitchen line
$1,000
Logo inclusion on all marketing materials
Tournament entry for two (2) guests
Light bites & two (2) drink tickets per guest
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Last year's beneficiary:
volunteers of america
The Fresh Start Family Focused Recovery Center is a unique residential facility that allows pregnant women and mothers with substance use disorder to undergo treatment without being separated from their children, promoting a whole-family approach to recovery. Thoughtfully designed by Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana, the center provides trauma-informed care in a supportive, home-like setting with communal and private spaces tailored to both clinical and familial needs.
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What makes the Fresh Start Family Focused Recovery Center unique?
The Fresh Start Center stands out for its whole-family approach to recovery, allowing mothers with substance use disorder (SUD) to remain with their children during treatment. This model reduces the need for foster care or intervention from child welfare services, supporting family unity during a vulnerable time.
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Who developed the Fresh Start Center and what is its mission?
Developed by Volunteers of America Ohio & Indiana, the center’s mission is to provide a safe, supportive environment for pregnant women and mothers with SUD. It offers trauma-informed, evidence-based treatment that prioritizes both maternal recovery and child well-being.
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How is the facility designed to support recovery and family life?
The center includes thoughtfully planned spaces such as communal kitchens, counseling offices, family bedrooms, and supervised play areas for children. Its layout supports both individual and group therapy while creating a welcoming home-like atmosphere that fosters healing and family connection.
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What role did the community play in supporting the project?
The Fresh Start Center was the first beneficiary of Lehman Daman’s charity event, Pickle with Purpose, held in August 2024. This event raised essential donations—like baby supplies and hygiene products—for families entering the program, showing strong local support for the initiative.
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How will this project impact the broader community?
Addressing Ohio’s high opioid overdose and neonatal abstinence syndrome rates, the center serves over 100 women and children annually. By keeping families together and offering comprehensive treatment, it breaks cycles of addiction and strengthens the long-term health of the community.