Blazing Paddles2026 · Command Center

Committee Goals

Live progress against our 2026 targets.

Committed
$50KGoal
% to Goal
Auction Items

Sponsorships

  • 🎯 $50,000 total fundraising goal — $10,000 secured (Kalahari Presenting)
  • 🎯 Secure 20+ sponsors across all tiers (Kalahari = Presenting; others TBD)
  • 🎯 Follow up with warm leads within 48 hours
  • 🎯 Log every contact in the Sponsor Tracker

Auction

  • 🎯 8–12 high-quality prizes secured
  • 🎯 Procure all prizes by October 1, 2026
  • 🎯 Assign an owner to each prize
  • 🎯 Build auction packages around donated items and experiences

Player Registration

  • 🎯 200+ players registered
  • 🎯 Open registration by August 1
  • 🎯 Promote through firehouse networks
  • 🎯 Track sign-ups weekly

Marketing & Day-of Ops

  • 🎯 Weekly RRFF social posts
  • 🎯 Flyer shared with every confirmed sponsor
  • 🎯 Email blast to past participants
  • 🎯 Confirm volunteer assignments by September 15
  • 🎯 Setup begins at 7:00 AM tournament day · Auction table staffed throughout the event

Post-Event

  • 🎯 Send sponsor thank-yous within 1 week (with photos and totals)
  • 🎯 Post event recap and photos on social
  • 🎯 Debrief meeting within 2 weeks
  • 🎯 Move "no response" prospects to 2027 list