Non-Profit Night

Friday, November 6

Celebrate South Florida non-profits at the JAM Arena!

This November, as the community comes together to support the philanthropic organizations making a difference across South Florida for Give Miami Day, the World Jai-Alai League invites local nonprofits* to participate in a special non-profit themed gameday on Friday, Nov. 6.

Hosted at the historic JAM Arena, home to jai-alai, a sport with a century-long tradition in South Florida, this special evening offers nonprofits a unique opportunity to kick off the non-profit giving season by raising funds, increasing awareness of their mission and introducing supporters to the excitement of live jai-alai.

Participating organizations will:

Earn charitable contributions based on verified attendance.
Showcase their mission through an on-site community table and digital programming.
Get the opportunity to showcase their mission by providing a one-minute maximum reel/video describing their impact. Videos will be shown in between matches inside the JAM Arena and live on ESPN3.
Connect with new audiences and other non-profits while enjoying an unforgettable night of live sports.
Compete for special Give Miami Month prizes and recognition throughout the evening.

Charities would be responsible for:

Bringing a minimum of 15 guests to receive a donation and be entered in the prize pool. (All donations will be paid before Give Miami Day on Nov. 20.)
Organizations are encouraged to come dressed in matching shirts or colors that identify their group or mission.
Providing current 501c3 documentation.

Participating organizations will earn financial credit based on how many supporters they bring on Friday, Nov. 6 as well as by being recognized in one of four categories:

1. Community Champion Award - Highest Verified Attendance

Awarded to the organization that brings the largest number of verified guests.

2. Mission Spotlight Award - Best Nonprofit Table

Awarded for the most engaging and informative display, judged by a small WJAL panel based on presentation, creativity, and interaction with fans.

3. Community Impact Award - Best Social Media Engagement

Awarded to the organization that does the best job promoting Non-Profit Friday Night through social media before and during the event (by tagging #WJAL and #JAMArena).

4. Fan Favorite Award - People's Choice

Fans vote via QR code for the nonprofit that made the biggest impression during the evening.

Whether non-profits are thanking volunteers, engaging donors or bringing together clients and supporters, Give Miami Friday Night offers a fun and meaningful way to celebrate their mission while becoming part of a South Florida tradition that has brought communities together for nearly 100 years.

For more information, contact Sandy Rodriguez, public relations and community impact manager at sandy@wjaleague.com.