SAY San Diego’s 13th Annual Fundraiser

September 17, 2026 in Liberty Station

SAY San Diego’s 13th Annual Fundraiser

September 17, 2026 in Liberty Station

Register Today!

SAY San Diego’s 12th Annual Fundraiser

September 4, 2025 from 3:30 - 6:30 in Liberty Station

Register Today

SAY San Diego’s 12th Annual Fundraiser

September 4, 2025 from 3:30 - 6:30 in Liberty Station

SAY San Diego’s
13th Annual Fundraiser

September 17, 2026
in Liberty Station

Register Today

Companies like yours have been making a difference in the lives of San Diego youth and families, and Play 4 SAY is where this impact meets fun. For 12 years, Play 4 SAY has been SAY San Diego's premier FUNdraising event, bringing together San Diego’s top businesses, community leaders, and changemakers for an unforgettable day of outdoor fun, friendly competition, and real impact.

 

This year, we’re aiming high: $250,000 to provide a critical lifeline for our city’s most vulnerable youth and families. Join us and be part of something powerful!

PLAY 4 SAY

We are very excited to be back out on the lawn this year! Your participation will provide critical support to ensure that local kids, families, and youth, especially the most vulnerable, have every possible opportunity to thrive and reach their full potential!

All proceeds benefit the lives of the 45,000 San Diegans we reach every year! Let's strengthen our community one game at a time!

What is Play 4 SAY?

Play 4 SAY is where teamwork, competition, and impact come together. Grab your team of three and go head to head with other donor teams in a high energy tournament featuring bocce ball, ladder golf, cornhole, and GIANT Jenga, all leading up to one ultimate winner. Along the way, enjoy interactive team-building games, complimentary local food and refreshments, and meaningful networking with colleagues and community partners. Compete for premium prize packages and earn bragging rights for your company.

Best of all, every dollar raised goes directly to support underserved and underresourced youth and families in the city we all love.

*Due to required permitting, this event is 21+ adults only, smoke/vape free and service pets only allowed.

WHO WORE IT BEST?

We’re turning up the fun, so bring the style. Get creative with costumes or show up in matching team outfits and let your team spirit shine. The bolder, the better! Bring the energy, bring the flair, and compete for prizes for the best-dressed teams.

Registration & Sponsorships

  • Diamond Title Sponsor | $10,000

    All of Platinum benefits, extra teams/tickets, game sponsorship with logo placement & more! Contact Joe at joe@saysandiego.org or
    858-565-4148 x207.

  • Platinum Sponsor | $5,000

    Logo on signage, SD Business Journal, web/socials, 4 Teams, 6 Spectator, & 12 prize drawing tickets.

  • Gold Sponsor | $2,500

    Logo in SD Business Journal, 3 Teams, 4 Spectator, & 6 prize drawing tickets.

  • Silver Sponsor | $1,500

    Logo in SD Business Journal, web/social media, 2 Teams, 2 Spectator, & 6 prize drawing tickets.

  • Bronze Sponsor | $500

    Logo on website, social media mentions, 1 Team, 2 Spectator tickets, & 3 prize drawing tickets.

  • Team Registration | $300

    Register for a team of 3 people, & we'll see you on the field!

  • Spectator Ticket | $100

    General Admission - Entry to our exclusive event on October 10th.

In-Kind Donation Opportunities

  • Get in on the action and level up your organization's participation by supporting SAY San Diego in our 12th annual lawn games tournament! Last year, Play 4 SAY was a smashing success with a whopping 300+ attendees, and we can’t wait to do it all again! This unforgettable event wouldn't be possible without your generous donations, so make a contribution if you can, so we can make this year’s tournament the best one yet!

    If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at development@saysandiego.org

  • SILENT AUCTION DONOR

    Give back, gain exposure, and attract new customers by donating gift cards, food, and/or services to your community.

  • FOOD SAMPLING DONOR

    Showcase your culinary specialties and boost visibility for your restaurant, food truck, or catering business. Exhibit your banner, wear branded collateral, and distribute promotional material at your booth.

     
    • Offer 300 bite-sized tastings of your signature dish that can be served in cups, small plates, or napkins.
    • Bring 1-2 staff to serve and tell customers about your business.
    • Expect to be there from 3 pm - 7 pm.
    • Upon request, SAY San Diego can provide 1 canopy, 2 six-foot tables, and 2 chairs.

  • BENEFITS TO YOU

    • Showcase your products and services to the San Diego community.
    • Featured partners could be invited to participate in media opportunities.
    • Acknowledgment on our website, newsletter, and social media.

Let's strengthen our community one game at a time!

“This is a team-building opportunity for us while we support a great partner. The competition gets our juices flowing with just the right amount of time to connect as a team, meet new partners, and network with existing partners.”

- Sidd Vivek, Junior Achievement of San Diego County

BENEFITS TO YOU

By becoming a sponsor or in-kind donor, your organization gains a unique opportunity to:

Elevate Your BrandAlign your company with a trusted organization with over 55 years of impact. Show your commitment to social responsibility and stand out as a business that invests in the community it serves.
Reach a Powerful NetworkConnect with influential businesses, community leaders, and potential clients at one of San Diego’s most dynamic events. Play 4 SAY is your opportunity to build meaningful relationships, share your mission, and grow your network with purpose.
Boost Employee EngagementGive your team an experience they’ll actually be excited about. From friendly competition to shared impact, this event brings people together in a fun, energizing way while giving back to the community.
Receive Extensive RecognitionPut your brand front and center with high-impact visibility across multiple channels. Your company will be featured on the SAY San Diego website, reaching thousands of engaged community members, as well as in a San Diego Business Journal ad in print and on LinkedIn.

Enjoy dedicated social media spotlights that showcase your partnership and generosity.

Stand out on event day with recognition on the fundraising leaderboard, plus visibility across event marketing materials, signage, and live announcements throughout the event.
A group of children sitting on the ground, smiling. They are wearing name tags and appear to be in an outdoor setting at Say San Diego.A group of children sitting on the ground, smiling. They are wearing name tags and appear to be in an outdoor setting at Say San Diego.Make a Tangible ImpactMake a Tangible ImpactYour support directly fuels programs that change lives across San Diego. This includes single-parent support groups, before and after-school programs, summer camps for kids, military family support, mental health resources, and food drives and resource fairs.Directly support programs that address critical needs in San Diego, including:- Single-parent support groups
- Before-and-after school programs
- Summer camps for kids- Military family support
- Mental health resources
- Food drives and resource fairs
Elevate Your BrandElevate Your BrandAlign your company with a respected 50-year-old organization making a real difference in the community you love. Showcase your commitment to social responsibility to a broad and engaged audienceAlign your company with a respected 50-year-old organization making a real difference in the community you love. Showcase your commitment to social responsibility to a broad and engaged audience.
Reach a Powerful NetworkReach a Powerful NetworkConnect with other influential businesses, community leaders, and potential clients at our high-profile event. Play 4 SAY offers the perfect opportunity to meet other community leaders, share your company’s mission, and engage with beneficial connections for your business.Connect with other influential businesses, community leaders, and potential clients at our high-profile event. Play 4 SAY offers the perfect opportunity to meet other community leaders, share your company’s mission, and engage with beneficial connections for your business.
Boost Employee EngagementBoost Employee EngagementProvide your team with a fun and meaningful experience through participation in our exciting lawn game tournament. It's the perfect opportunity for team-building and giving back to the community together.Provide your team with a fun and meaningful experience through participation in our exciting lawn game tournament. It's the perfect opportunity for team-building and giving back to the community together.
Receive Extensive RecognitionReceive Extensive RecognitionYour company's logo and recognition on the SAY San Diego website, reaching thousands of engaged community members.

Dedicated social media spotlights on SAY San Diego's platforms, showcasing your generosity and partnership.

Recognition in event marketing materials, signage, and announcements.Your company's logo and recognition on the SAY San Diego website, reaching thousands of engaged community members.

Dedicated social media spotlights on SAY San Diego's platforms, showcasing your generosity and partnership.

Recognition in event marketing materials, signage, and announcements.
A group of children sitting on the ground, smiling. They are wearing name tags and appear to be in an outdoor setting at Say San Diego.A group of children sitting on the ground, smiling. They are wearing name tags and appear to be in an outdoor setting at Say San Diego.Make a Tangible ImpactMake a Tangible ImpactDirectly support programs that address critical needs in San Diego, including:Directly support programs that address critical needs in San Diego, including:- Single-parent support groups
- Before-and-after school programs
- Summer camps for kids
- Military family support
- Mental health resources
- Food drives and resource fairs- Single-parent support groups
- Before-and-after school programs
- Summer camps for kids
- Military family support
- Mental health resources
- Food drives and resource fairs

BECOME A SPONSOR

We offer a range of sponsorship levels to fit your company's goals and budget. Each level includes a unique set of benefits, designed to maximize your visibility and impact. YOUR GENEROSITY GETS DOUBLED! Thanks to our matching gift donor, all sponsorships and donations get matched dollar-for-dollar.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

$25,000

All Platinum Sponsor benefits PLUS Premier naming rights: "Play 4 SAY presented by," speaking opportunity at the event, and feature in The Localist San Diego - KUSI/Fox 5

DIAMOND SPONSOR

$10,000

Host a game—Bocce Ball, Cornhole, Ladder Golf, or Giant Jenga—with co-branded signage at game! All Platinum Sponsor benefits PLUS more teams, spectators & 18 tickets!

PLATINUM SPONSOR

$5,000

Featured, large-format logo placement on event signage, SD Business Journal & website, social media mentions, 4 teams, 4 spectators & 15 prize drawing tickets!

GOLD SPONSOR

$3,000

Large-format logo placement on event signage, SD Business Journal/website, and social media mentions, plus 3 teams, 3 spectators & 11 prize drawing tickets!

SILVER SPONSOR

$1,750

Logo on signate, SD Business Journal/ website, social media mentions, 2 teams, 2 spectators & 8 prize drawing tickets!

Bronze SPONSOR

$750

Logo on our website, social media mentions, 1 team, 1 spectators & 5 prize drawing tickets!

PURCHASE YOUR RAFFLE TICKETS TODAY.

In-Kind Donation Opportunities

Get in on the action and level up your organization's participation by supporting SAY San Diego in our 12th annual lawn games tournament! Last year, Play 4 SAY was a smashing success with a whopping 300+ attendees, and we can’t wait to do it all again! This unforgettable event wouldn't be possible without your generous donations, so make a contribution if you can, so we can make this year’s tournament the best one yet! If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at development@saysandiego.org

SILENT AUCTION DONOR

Give back, gain exposure, and attract new customers by donating gift cards, food, and/or services to your community.

FOOD SAMPLING DONOR

Showcase your culinary specialties and boost visibility for your restaurant, food truck, or catering business. Exhibit your banner, wear branded collateral, and distribute promotional material at your booth.

  • 300 bite-sized tastings of your signature dish that can be served in cups, small plates, or napkins.
  • Bring 1-2 staff to serve and tell customers about your business.
  • Expect to be there from 3 pm - 7 pm.
  • Upon request, SAY San Diego can provide 1 canopy, 2 six-foot tables, and 2 chairs.

Take a look at our sponsors from last year's event!

Let's strengthen our community
one game at a time!

Our Mission: SAY San Diego’s mission is to partner with youth, adults, families, and communities to reach their full potential. Our vision is opportunity, equity and well-being for all San Diegans.