Paddles with Purpose exists to build community and support local organizations.
Co-founders Katelyn Gaubatz and Hope Whiting, with a passion for pickleball and planning, saw an opportunity to grow a fun outing with friends into something meaningful and purposeful.
Pickleball uniquely brings people of all ages and skill levels together, and our vision was to turn this community aspect of the game into a more meaningful endeavor.
A portion of every event's proceeds goes directly to organizations doing meaningful work.
Provides a holistic education that is financially accessible for families in the Richmond area.
Their Computer Lab Project empowers special needs children in Israel with the technology they need to thrive.
A nonprofit medical mission organization dedicated to providing repeated pediatric care to communities in Central America.
A group of volunteers and pickleball enthusiasts committed to giving back.
Co-Founder & President
Co-Founder & President
Treasurer
Director of Finance
Director of Outreach
