Drop Shots for Dollars: Pickleball Showdown for United Way KFL&A

City of Kingston and United Way Pickleball Match in the Square

The City of Kingston and United Way KFL&A are teaming up for the 2nd annual Drop Shots for Dollars on Wednesday, September 17 in Springer Market Square at noon. This playful pickleball match—featuring City and United Way leaders—brings people together while raising awareness and support for United Way programs.

If you are interesting in collaborating with this event as sponsor or prize donor, there are multiple ways to get involved:

Sponsorship and Donation Opportunities

  • Gold Sponsor – $250 and up or equivalent in-kind

    • Logo on event signage and social media

    • Verbal acknowledgement during event

  • Silver Sponsor – $100-$250 or equivalent in-kind

    • Social media mention and event signage recognition

Prize Package Ideas for Online Auction

The City of Kingston United Way Campaign committee is also assembling themed prize bundles that will be promoted at the event.  These bundles will be used as part of an online auction for close to 500 City of Kingston employees with 100% of all proceeds going to United Way KFL&A. 

Here are a few ideas that they are putting together: 

  • Downtown Dining Delight – gift cards from local restaurants/cafés

  • Kingston Staycation – hotel night + attractions + dining

  • Wellness & Self-Care – spa card + City fitness passes + herbal teas

  • Made in Kingston – artisan goods, pottery, gourmet treats

  • Night on the Town – dinner + Kingston Grand Theatre tickets + dessert stop

Your support will not only help make this event a success but also showcase the incredible businesses that make our downtown vibrant.

If you’re interested in sponsoring or donating a prize, please contact Julie Fossitt at jfossitt@cityofkingston.ca

A member of the United Way Committee will be happy to coordinate pickup of donations with you. Thank you for considering this opportunity to have fun, give back, and highlight your business. 

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