OUR MISSION: To promote a fun activity for our members and the residents of CantaMia.
2024 - "BATTLE for the PADDLE" . . . & GIZMO
Another Successful Fundraiser
This year's Battle for the Paddle Fundraiser, Saturday March 2nd, brought in over $27,000 in donations. Thank you ... to everyone who participated.
Click on the link below and view the Battle for the Paddle photos taken by Ritch Fuhrer Photography.
https://ritchfuhrerphotography.pixieset.com/battleforthepaddle-2024allproceedsdonatedtofiremansfund
NOTE: Although the Firefighters won this year's pickleball challenge (803 points), the CantaMia residents were close behind (794 points) . . . and will be ready to make a comeback next year.
2023 BATTLE for the PADDLE & GIZMO
. . . Another Successful FUNDRAISER!
At the 2023 Battle for the Paddle . . . $22,500 was raised by the CantaMIa community for the Goodyear Firefighters' Charities. Thank you . . . to everyone who participated in this community event.
Click on the link below and view the great Battle for the Paddle photos taken by Ritch Fuhrer Photography.
https://ritchfuhrerphotography.pixieset.com/2023battleforthepaddleandgizmo/
Fun and funds for our firefighters! CMPC T-shirts on Sale
CantaMia raises $11,662 for firefighters' charities
CantaMia raises $11,662 for firefighters' charities
CantaMia raises $11,662 for firefighters' charities
Thanks to the hard work and cooperation throughout the entire CantaMia community, we raised $11,662 for the United Goodyear Firefighter Charities
The Battle for the Paddle
CantaMia raises $11,662 for firefighters' charities
CantaMia raises $11,662 for firefighters' charities
Although CantaMia Pickleball players won this year, the firefighters were close behind and will be looking for a comeback next time.
The Social Committee brought it all together
CantaMia raises $11,662 for firefighters' charities
The Social Committee brought it all together
The CMPC Social Committee brought it together from a spark of an idea to what many are saying was the biggest event ever at CantaMia.
We couldn't have done it without Gizmo
All proceeds benefit Goodyear Charities
The Social Committee brought it all together
Special guest Jay "Gizmo" Hall, a professional Pickleball player and ambassador, and a former firefighter himself, helped bring the event to life. From clinics for local kids, to clinics for CantaMia, to his play for the firefighters, he was here for us.
All proceeds benefit Goodyear Charities
All proceeds benefit Goodyear Charities
All proceeds benefit Goodyear Charities
All donations and proceeds collected will go to the United Goodyear Firefighters charities. Programs supported include Fill the Boot for Muscular Dystrophy Association, homeless youth, westside food drive, back-to-school drives and toy drives.
Cooking Club sold every crumb
All proceeds benefit Goodyear Charities
All proceeds benefit Goodyear Charities
The Cooking Club sold every item baked, providing enjoyment for all purchasers, and a big contribution to firefighter charities.
Art Studio dazzled with creative offerings
Art Studio dazzled with creative offerings
Art Studio dazzled with creative offerings
It is hard to believe what creative pieces our own residents made to sell for the event
Massages were appreciated
Art Studio dazzled with creative offerings
Art Studio dazzled with creative offerings
Karen Mayer brought relaxation to many customers and contributed funds to charities
Silent auction was a roaring success
Art Studio dazzled with creative offerings
Silent auction was a roaring success
The silent auction featured handmade creations including quilts, windchimes, paintings, gift baskets, and a Smart TV donated by Arizona Lakes and Ponds. it brought in a bundle.
Kids make it extra fun and rewarding
Kids make it extra fun and rewarding
Silent auction was a roaring success
Kids and parents visited CantaMia to see the firetruck, listen to the firefighters, and of course meet Gizmo!
Artisan Club were BBQ contributors
Kids make it extra fun and rewarding
Artisan Club were BBQ contributors
The Artisan Club flipped hundreds of burgers to feed the crowd.
See all photos
Kids make it extra fun and rewarding
Artisan Club were BBQ contributors
To see all the photos from resident photographer Ritch Fuhrer go to our photos page. Thanks to Carolina Ybanez for photos posted on Facebook page of the CantaMia Pickleball Club.