2nd Annual Dad Bod 3v3 Charity Basketball Tournament
2025-10-12 10:00 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | Northwood Middle School, 945 North Ave, Highland Park, 60035, United States
Join the “Dad Bods” and the Parks Foundation of Highland Park for a Slam-Dunk Day of Fun!
Grab two or three of your best “Dad Bod” friends, lace up your sneakers, and shoot some hoops for a great cause at the 2nd Annual Dad Bods 3v3 Charity Basketball Tournament on Sunday, October 12, 2025, at Northwood Middle School. This indoor, half-court tournament features a 3-game guarantee, group stage into playoffs or consolation brackets, and games played to 11 (semis/finals to 21).
The event’s goal is to raise $10,000 in support of the Parks Foundation of Highland Park—helping ensure all Highwood and Highland Park families can participate in Park District programs and supporting exceptional Park District projects.
Each individual player comprising a team of 3–4 players can choose to raise or pay a minimum of $75 to participate, with an overall team goal of $225 or more in donations. $75 registration fee includes an official event T-shirt. Teams can also raise additional funds—the top fundraising team wins a prize!
REGISTER NOW!
Win Big with the Chicago Bulls Raffle! 🏀
Support the Dad Bod 3v3 Tournament from the sidelines—score signed Bulls gear while giving back! Take your shot at two incredible Bulls collectibles while supporting the Parks Foundation of Highland Park:

Patrick Williams Signed Basketball
Ayo Dosunmu Signed Player Jersey

Two winners will be drawn during the Dad Bod Tournament on Sunday, Oct 12! You do not need to be present to win.

First winner chooses their prize.
Second winner scores the remaining item.

1 ticket = $5 / 5 tickets = $20 / 12 tickets = $50
👉 Get your tickets today and support a great cause while repping Chicago’s team!
Every ticket you buy helps fund scholarships and exceptional Park District projects through the Parks Foundation of Highland Park.
Details:

24-team cap – register early to secure your spot
T-shirt included for each player (Register by Mon, Oct 6 to guarantee a t-shirt)
Minimum 3 / Maximum 4 players per team
No “make-it, take-it” (new this year based on player feedback)
Raffle, silent auction, trophies, and more
After-party at Steep Ravine for extra fun and fundraising

The deadline to register is Sunday, October 5. Let’s make this year bigger, better, and even more fun than last!
Get Started Now!

Register here:

To start a team, click Start a Fundraiser

Enter your team name and upload a photo.
Click Continue, enter your email and verification code.

To join an existing team, click Join a Team

Find your team. If you are not sure of your team’s name, begin typing the name of the person who created it in the search field, and the team should appear.
Enter your email and verification code.

You will receive a unique link via email to send to friends and family to donate to your fundraiser. This link is where you will pay (or fundraise for) your $75 registration fee.
The email will also contain an “Open my fundraiser” link to view your dashboard of money raised and a link at the bottom to invite others to your team.

Thank you to our sponsors:

Parks Foundation’s 8th Annual Champions Celebration
2026-02-27 18:30 - 21:30 | Northmoor Country Club, 820 Edgewood Road, Highland Park, IL, 60035, United States
Join the Parks Foundation of Highland Park for its eighth annual Champions Celebration!
Featuring Chicago’s premier party band:

Dance the night away with live music, great food and drinks, 50/50 raffle and an auction!
Purchase Tickets for $150 • Become a Sponsor
Cocktail/Dressy Casual Attire
Funds raised at the event benefit the Parks Foundation of Highland Park, providing scholarships ensuring that all Highwood and Highland Park families can participate in Park District programs and supporting and enhancing exceptional Park District projects.
Hosted by Chet and Elissa Evans.
Online Auction Begins February 20!
Participate in the Champions Celebration Online Auction including extravagant trips and experiences, golf packages, collector items, one-of-a-kind sports memorabilia, and more!

Thank you to our sponsors!
Gifting Sponsor

Corporate Table Sponsor

Supporting Sponsor
