Thank you for a successful, sold out 5th Annual College Paddle Party!
The District 39 Educational Foundation’s Paddle Party night was an absolute blast—college-themed vibes, paddle action, great food & drinks, and of course, those incredible raffle prizes!
Huge shoutout to all the amazing local businesses that donated these fantastic packages (total minimum value well over $7,000!):
- Lessons & gear from pros like Jason Stanislaw, Dan Rosenberg, Eric Moran, plus Moonshot Paddle and Vuori
- Fitness & wellness bundles from Strive Village, The Vibe Fitness, SALT Fitness, Orange Theory, Krystal’s Body Shop, Reform PT & Pilates, StretchLab, Sante Integrated Health & Wellness (including Dexa scans, CGMs, IV infusions)
- Spa & glam treatments from Pinklicious Nails & Spa, SpaDerma, Waxing In The City, Alastin
- Custom Mahjong sets and lessons from Sarah Lenzini of Mahj Day! and Mod Mahj Chicago
- Dining experiences like a 4-course tasting dinner for two at Ballyhoo restaurants
- A premium Sox game package with 5 killer seats (section 135, Row 4 behind home plate!), parking pass (thanks Mike Nielsen/Origin Point Lending!)
- Wine, bourbon & tasting fun from Schaefer’s, Buffalo Trace (including bottles & a tasting party for 10 at Wilmette Theater), Jersey Mike’s gift card
From paddle lessons and body sculpting sessions to luxury spa days, custom Mahjong fun, a dream day at the ballpark, and bourbon tastings—the variety was unreal! Winners walked away with some serious swag to enjoy all year long.
A massive thank you to every donor who made this possible—your generosity helps support our District 39 schools and kids in such a fun way. If you missed it this time, keep an eye out for the next one… it’s always a highlight!
4th Annual College Paddle Night Was a Success!!
The D39 Educational Foundation hosted its 4th Annual College Paddle Night on November 16th. It was a beautiful night in Wilmette – perfect for paddle and a little friendly competition! Sixty-four participants played in a round-robin style tournament, sporting their favorite college-themed gear. New this year was a “party” option for those who wanted to support the Foundation, but were unable to play. It was a huge success! The event featured more than $5,000 in raffle prizes, and some great food and drinks. We extend a heartfelt thank-you to our generous sponsors, local businesses, and volunteers. College Paddle Night raised more than $8,000, which will fund new Gripp Grants that bring innovative educational opportunities to D39 students. Thank you to our participants and partners for another successful and fun event!
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College Paddle Night January 2024
Another successful College Paddle Night, hosted by D39 Educational Foundation, is in the books! Thank you to all participants who came out to support D39 wearing their college gear and ready to play paddle! Sixty-four players competed in a fun round-robin style tournament for all skill levels. This year’s event featured 12 fabulous raffle prizes – from paddle gear and lessons to fitness and wellness bundles – as well as great food and drinks. We extend a big thank you to our generous sponsors, local businesses, and volunteers. College Paddle Night raised more than $7,000, which will fund new Gripp Grants that bring innovative educational opportunities to D39 students. Thank you to our participants and partners for another successful and fun event!
College Paddle Night 2023
The District 39 Educational Foundation hosted a very successful College Paddle Night on Saturday, January 28th. Players joined with enthusiasm wearing their college alma mater and ready for some friendly competition – despite snow, slush, and cold temps! (more…)
Paddle Classic 2022
On a particularly chilly night perfectly suited for paddle tennis, the District 39 Educational Foundation held its first ever Paddle Classic on Saturday, March 12th, from 7-10 pm at the Wilmette Platform Tennis Club. This was the first in-person event sponsored by the foundation since the start of the pandemic and it was a great success! After two years of virtual events, it was a joy to mingle with fellow district parents while supporting the foundation’s mission. (more…)