Thrivent and Lucky Shots are teaming up for a pickleball tournament benefiting Every Meal, a Minnesota nonprofit on a mission to fight child hunger. Every Meal fills the weekend food gap by providing food directly and discreetly in the backpacks of children experiencing food insecurity, helping ensure they have food to eat when school meals aren’t available.
Join us on the court as we rally together to fight child hunger in Minnesota!
🍽️ Rally For Every Meal | February 25–28, 2027
Big rallies. Friendly competition. A bigger purpose.
Get ready to hit the courts for Rally For Every Meal, a four-day pickleball tournament bringing players together for great competition and a cause that matters. We’re taking over two incredible venues for four days of exciting matches, competitive rallies, and community spirit—all while rallying around the idea that every meal makes a difference.
Whether you’re chasing medals, looking to battle it out in your DUPR division, or simply excited to play alongside friends and fellow pickleball enthusiasts, Rally For Every Meal is your chance to compete, connect, and be part of something bigger than the game.
🔥 What to Expect
Four days of pickleball action across two unique venues, competitive divisions for a range of skill levels, and an atmosphere filled with great energy and community pride. Bring your best game, find your next great rally, and help make every point count!
🏓 Event Details
Dates: Thursday, February 25 – Sunday, February 28, 2027
Locations:
February 25–26: Lucky Shots Pickleball Club
February 27–28: Mall of America
Gender doubles will be on Thursday and Saturday. Mixed doubles will be on Friday and Sunday. Each bracket will play pool play through the quarter finals at Lucky Shots. All Semi Finals and Finals will be at MOA.
Start Times: Divisions may begin at different times throughout each day. Final start times will be announced the week of the tournament once registration closes. Thursday and Friday should start no earlier than 12:00PM. Tournament times for MOA will be posted closer to the deadline.
Tournament Format
Pool play with a guaranteed minimum of 3–4 games per team
Top teams from each pool advance to a same-day single-elimination bracket
Divisions include: Men’s Doubles, Women’s Doubles, and Mixed Doubles
Multiple DUPR-based skill levels to create competitive, balanced matchups
Some divisions may be combined based on final registration numbers
Prizes & Recognition
Medals and prizes awarded to the top three teams in each division
Why Rally For Every Meal?
Four days of exciting pickleball competition
Opportunities to compete, improve, and connect with players across the community
Two unique venues bringing even more energy to the tournament experience
A chance to be part of an event built around a purpose bigger than pickleball
Bring your paddle. Bring your competitive spirit. Rally for something that matters.
Every game brings us together, and every rally is a chance to make a difference. Let's fill the courts, compete hard, and rally for every meal!
