The Better Way Designs Tournament will take place on March 9, 2025, at Grand Rapids Racquet and Fitness in Michigan. This event combines the excitement of pickleball with a powerful cause—raising funds and awareness for the fight against sex trafficking.
Tournament Details
The pickleball event will be held at Grand Rapids Racquet and Fitness, located at 4940 Plainfield Ave NE. Registration opens on December 12, 2024, and ends on March 1, 2025. The registration cost is $60 per player.
Each participant will receive a ticket for a prepaid item made by one of the organizations supporting the fight against sex trafficking. The top three teams in each bracket will receive medals, and gold medal winners will have the chance to select higher-priced items from a special table. If additional sponsorship funds are secured, this opportunity may be extended to all medal winners.
Refund and Registration Policies
Players can receive a full refund until March 1, 2025. After that date, no refunds will be issued, as the funds will be used to purchase items from Better Way Designs for the tournament.
Venue Information
Grand Rapids Racquet and Fitness offers 14 courts and uses Franklin X-40 balls for the competition. There is no parking fee for participants, and the courts are equipped with permanent nets.
Making a Difference
By participating in the Better Way Designs Tournament, players are not only enjoying a competitive event but also helping to create lasting change for those impacted by sex trafficking.
“We believe in the power of business to provide freedom and dignity.” – (event organizer)
The tournament serves as a reminder of the importance of supporting global efforts to combat sex trafficking. It is a chance for the community to come together, have fun, and make a meaningful impact.
News in Brief: Better Way Designs Tournament
The Better Way Designs Tournament will be held on March 9, 2025, at Grand Rapids Racquet and Fitness in Michigan, raising funds for the fight against sex trafficking. Organized by Better Way Designs, a company dedicated to empowering women to escape the sex trade, the event will feature a pickleball competition.
Registration opens on December 12, 2024, with a $60 fee. Players will receive a handmade item from artisans involved in freedom projects, and top teams will win medals and select special prizes. All proceeds will support initiatives providing jobs and sustainable freedom for women.
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