Everyone Deserves to Play
A youth-led initiative expanding access to sports by redistributing equipment to schools that need it most
What we’ve built togetherOur Impact
$3K+
Funds Raised
Over $3,000 raised and directed toward purchasing and redistributing sports equipment to schools in need.
100+
Items Donated
- 24 Paddles
- 8 Nets
- 12 Bouncy Balls
- 20 Jump Ropes
- 100+ Pickleballs
4+
Schools Impacted
Multiple local schools have received equipment and support, giving hundreds of students access to sports.
100+
People Helping
Over 100 community members have volunteered to help collect, sort, and distribute equipment across San Diego.
2
Publications Involved
- Scripps Ranch Civic Association
- Scripps Ranch News
Year over year growth
PickleFest 2025 vs 2026
PickleFest 2025
PickleFest 2026 Most Recent
Funds Raised
$1,100
raised
$2,000+
raised
↑ 82% increase
Teams Competing
9
teams
13
teams
↑ growing
Equipment Donated
~30
paddles
100+
total items
↑ massive growth
People Helping
30
people helping the cause
100+
people helping the cause
↑ growing community
Every year Play It 4Ward gets bigger, stronger, and reaches more kids who need it most.
The problem we’re solvingWhy It Matters
Access to sports should not depend on school budgets.
Across many communities, schools lack sufficient equipment to run engaging physical education programs or extracurricular sports activities. Without resources, students miss out on opportunities to build confidence, leadership, teamwork, and resilience.
Play It 4Ward exists to close that gap — starting locally and expanding responsibly.
The processHow Play It 4Ward Works
01
Identify Schools with Equipment Gaps
We connect with PE staff and administrators to find schools where students need resources most.
02
Raise Funds & Collect Donated Gear
Through events like PickleFest and community drives, we gather equipment and funding from local supporters.
03
Partner Directly with Schools
We work hand-in-hand with administrators and PE staff to ensure the right equipment reaches the right programs.
04
Launch Structured, Sustainable Programs
Equipment alone isn’t enough — we help schools build programs that actually get students playing.
05
Continue Support Beyond Initial Donation
Our relationship with each school doesn’t end at delivery — we stay involved to ensure lasting impact.
Get involved today
Every Child Deserves
to Play
to Play
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