NIRSA Foundation

Foundation Golf Tournament

This member-favorite fundraising event for the Foundation generates friendships, connections, and fun competition. Network with NIRSA professionals, students, sponsors, and exhibitors while supporting the future of campus recreation!

What you need to know

Tuesday, April 7, 2026
National Golf Club, 300 Saint Andrews, Fort Washington, MD
Shotgun start at 8:00am; Four-person scramble

Please note: We are unable to provide buses for transportation. Golfers will need to utilize rental cars or rideshares (Uber/Lyft) to get to and from the golf course. The course is 8 miles from the Gaylord National Resort.

Registration

Registration includes golf cart/fees, three drink tickets, coffee and breakfast sandwiches, lunch, tournament shirt, and swag bag.

Registration will open in early December. Register early – space is limited!
Early bird rates available through January 31, 2026: $250 per player/$1,000 per team
Full registration rates take effect February 1, 2026: $285 per player/$1,140 per team

Register for the Golf Tournament!

Sponsor with the Foundation

The Big Dill NIRSA Foundation Pickleball Tournament Presented by Selkirk

Think you’ve got what it takes to be crowned the ultimate pickleball champion? Join us for The Big Dill NIRSA Foundation Pickleball Tournament. Matches will be played in pools of five, with the top team from each pool advancing to glory. Spots are limited to just 40 dynamic duos—so grab your partner and secure your spot before it’s too late. Don’t miss this chance to show off your skills, support the NIRSA Foundation, and have a dill-lightful time!

Wednesday, April 8-Thursday, April 9
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center Expo Hall
Games will be scheduled during Expo Hall hours
Matches will be played in pools of five with the top team in each pool advancing
The tournament is limited to 40 Pickleball teams of two
Best dressed pair competition
$25 per person / $50 per team
Funds raised benefit the NIRSA Foundation
Registration will be available in December 2025

Don’t miss out on your chance to take home the Golden Pickle Trophy + other prizes!

Register for the Pickleball Tournament

NIRSA Foundation Premium Swag Pop-Up Shop

The NIRSA Foundation annual apparel sale will stock premium apparel and swag items. The Premium Swag Pop-Up Shop will be located near the Foundation Table and will feature a variety of apparel from popular brands including—but not limited to – Nike, Under Armour, Columbia, and Adidas. Items from these brands sell out every year, so be prepared to drop by the pop-up shop early and make your purchases quickly!

To donate premium items from your campus, please reach out to NIRSA Foundation Director of Philanthropy, Becky Sowers.

Best sellers have included sweatshirts, jackets, quality T-shirts, water bottles, bags, backpacks, hats, and water bottles! For apparel, please provide sizes M, L, XL, and XXL.

The Foundation is requesting that all event T-shirts now be donated to the T-shirt Exchange.