It’s one of the biggest sporting events of the year and one which attracts millions of enthusiasts in a fun competition. The brackets have been set and the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament begins this week. It’s also the kickoff to an annual contest, arranged by Sierra Nevada Journeys, a non-profit organization providing outdoor education programs to young students in Nevada and California.
Recognizing the incredible popularity of the NCAA Tournament and the number of brackets filled out by college basketball enthusiasts, the Tourney for the Journeys competition is a perfect way to compete with friends, family, co-workers and other SNJ supporters…and raise funds. There’s an entry?? donation of $25 which makes participants eligible for winning (and losing) prizes. 100% of each donation is directly applied to the outdoor programs.
NPcatalyst is partnering with Sierra Nevada Journeys to boost participation and excitement with the annual contest. The goal is to field a competition of 100 players, regardless of where the participants reside. Of all the brackets filled out by enthusiasts, this one will be the most rewarding – helping kids and the possibility of winning a great prize. Prizes include a National Parks Pass and Southwest Airlines Gift Card for first place, an Amazon Gift Card for second place, a (you pick) sports jersey for third place, and a Shake Weight for the loser. NPcatalyst has created a promotional page on its website to describe the event.
Another benefit is that the Tamarack Junction Casino will be the official tournament viewing site. Tourney for the Journey participants will be rewarded with a complimentary beverage every day they watch the tournament in Tamarack’s Sully’s Sports Bar. Proof of participation is required. The casino will also host the final game, where more prizes will be distributed to those in attendance.
Registering for the Tourney for the Journey contest is s a two-step process.
First, click here to make your donation of $25 (or more) through the Sierra Nevada Journeys donation page.
Once completed, click here to fill out your bracket.
Good luck and thanks for supporting an incredible cause!