The Iowa Sports Foundation (ISF) is excited to announce its inaugural Play It Forward fundraiser, presented by NCMIC, on Thursday, November 19, 2026, in Des Moines at the Sherwood Forest Event Center. The event will bring together community members, business leaders, sports enthusiasts, and supporters for an evening of fun, friendly competition, and giving back.
Play It Forward celebrates the power of sports, health, and community while raising funds to support the Iowa Sports Foundation’s mission of providing opportunities for Iowans to live healthier, more active lifestyles.
The evening will feature sports-themed trivia, a silent auction, food and beverages, and opportunities to connect with others who share a passion for making a positive impact through sports and recreation.
“For 40 years, the Iowa Sports Foundation has been dedicated to creating opportunities for Iowans to participate in sports, recreation, and healthy activities,” said Chuck Long, CEO and Executive Director of the Iowa Sports Foundation. “Play It Forward is an opportunity to celebrate that impact while bringing our communities together to help ensure these programs continue to grow and reach even more Iowans.”
Proceeds from the event will support the Iowa Sports Foundation and its statewide programs, including the Iowa Games, Iowa Corporate Games, Live Healthy Iowa, Adaptive Sports Iowa, and Iowa Senior Games. These programs provide opportunities for individuals of all ages and abilities to compete, connect, and embrace active lifestyles.
Event Details:
- Event: Play It Forward – Trivia • Auction • Giving
- Date: Thursday, November 19, 2026
- Time: 5:30–9:00 p.m.
- Location: Sherwood Forest Event Center; Des Moines, Iowa
- Individual Tickets: $40
- Table of Eight: $300
- Presenting Sponsor: NCMIC
Individuals, families, friends, and businesses are encouraged to attend. Guests can purchase individual tickets or reserve a table of eight for an evening of teamwork, trivia, and philanthropy. A complimentary dinner is included with each individual ticket purchase.
Those unable to attend can still make an impact by participating in the online silent auction or making a donation to support the Foundation’s programs.
Registration and Event Details:
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View and Bid on Silent Auction Items:
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Every ticket purchased, auction bid placed, and donation made helps the Iowa Sports Foundation continue its tradition of making sports, recreation, and wellness accessible to communities across the state.
