NIP Funds at RPD Foundation

Northern Illinois Pickleball now has a financial account through the Rockford Park District Foundation. This has several benefits. The Rockford Park District will handle the funds and financial paperwork regarding NIP. Since no one individual will be responsible for the account this will allow the group to ebb and flow. As NIP players pursue other paths in life, this will insure that NIP is a self-sustained group that will be around for many years to come.

Having this financial account allows us to do fundraising for NIP. These funds can be used for demonstration expenses so that the cost of growing the sport locally is not shouldered by just a few people. These funds can also be used for equipment such as nets at ISC. Establishing a bank account also lessens the strain during the organizations of tournaments. Having a savings account will allow us to have invoices paid directly so individuals need not front the money for expenses.

Pat Freed has volunteered to be the treasurer for NIP as she is a year round resident of Illinois. She will work with Lisa Alexander at RPD for record keeping and deposits.

If you would like to make a donation you are eligible for a receipt for an income tax write-off. Please send checks to:

 

Donations:

Northern Illinois Pickleball
615 27th St
Rockford, IL 61108

If you are interested in making a cash or credit card donation, please contact Pat Freed at 815-399-3934. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, and American Express are accepted.

If you own a business and are interested in becoming a corporate sponsor, the minimum donation is $200. In exchange for your annual donation your business will be listed on the NIP Sponsors page of the NIP website.

Sponsorship Levels:

Platinum - $500
Gold - $200
Silver - $100
Bronze - $50