HACC Pickleball Tournament Raises $5,311 for Scholarships
The four-day event, organized with 717 Pickleball, supports HACC Foundation scholarships and financial aid for students.
Updated on Nov. 9, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The 2026 HACC Pickleball Tournament raised $5,311 over four days for scholarships and financial assistance for Harrisburg Area Community College students. The event was organized by 717 Pickleball in partnership with HACC.
Why it matters
The proceeds are intended to help students overcome financial obstacles to pursuing their education. The fundraiser turns a community sports event into direct support for local students.
The tournament raised $5,311 from 113 players across 68 doubles teams and 19 singles entrants over four days. Sponsors and supporters contributed to the total, but the source does not break down the amount by source.
The players
Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC)
A public community college in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, whose foundation receives the tournament proceeds for student scholarships.
717 Pickleball
A local pickleball organization that partnered with HACC to organize the 2026 tournament.
The details
Players competed in men's and women's doubles and singles, grouped into divisions by age and skill level. Sponsors and other supporters contributed to the fundraising total, and spectators and community members attended the competition.
Timeline
• The HACC Pickleball Tournament was held in 2026 over four days.
Philanthropy Pipeline
The HACC Foundation's scholarship mission relies on community fundraisers like this one to close gaps that tuition and aid do not cover. Events that pair recreation with donations are a common way local colleges raise unrestricted student support.
Residents who want to support HACC students can contribute through the foundation's fundraising channels. Community events like this one show how recreational participation can translate directly into scholarship funds.
The takeaway
Small community events can add up to meaningful student support when residents participate. Supporting local scholarship funds is one practical way to help students stay in school.
Further reading
For more on how local fundraising supports students, explore Philanthropy coverage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by New City Daily Voice.
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