Markham · Winter 2026 · Charity 3v3
Grab your squad, hoop for the title and cash prizes, and help feed families in Markham this winter.
Organized by Tarun Vick & Solomon Francis
The tournament
Exact date announced soon. Follow along so you don't miss it.
An indoor gym in Markham. Venue announced with the date.
3 on the court, 1 sub. Up to 16 teams, so spots are limited.
Entry fee and cash prize amounts will be posted before sign-ups close.
Thinking about playing?
Email or text us your name, your team name (or if you're solo), and what you think is a fair entry fee. No commitment and no payment. We'll reach out first when sign-ups open.
Why we're doing this
While most of us get ready for the holidays, thousands of our neighbours are wondering how they'll put food on the table. We're bringing Markham together the way we know best, on the court. Money raised goes to the Markham Food Bank, and every player brings food to donate.
Figures from the Markham Food Bank's client statistics, January 2026.
A local food bank giving free food to individuals and families in need in Markham. Each visit provides a food order of several days' supply. In their words, “100% of donations are given back to the community.”
You can drop off food at the Food Bank anytime during these hours:
For money donations, visit markhamfoodbank.ca.
Every player brings at least one non-perishable food item on tournament day. Spectators, bring one too. Everything collected goes straight to the Markham Food Bank.
Half-court 3v3
Calling local businesses
Sponsors cover our event costs so entry fees go to the Markham Food Bank instead of a gym rental. Your business gets seen by local families and players as one that shows up for Markham.
Covers the gym. “Presented by” your business on everything, biggest logo on posters and Instagram, a banner at the event, and shoutouts at the opener and final.
Covers the champions' cash prize. Logo on the poster and socials, and you hand the winners their prize.
Your business name on the poster and a dedicated thank-you post on Instagram.
Water, snacks, gift cards or gear for players, with a shoutout at the event and online.
Every sponsor gets photos from the day and a summary of how much we raised for the Markham Food Bank.
Questions
Anyone who wants to hoop and support a good cause. Players under 18 will need a parent or guardian to sign the waiver.
Teams are 3 or 4 players. If you're solo or have two players, message us and we'll try to match you with a team.
Indoor basketball shoes, water, and at least one non-perishable food item for the Markham Food Bank.
Entry fee and cash prize amounts are coming soon. They'll be posted here before sign-ups close.
After covering the gym and prizes, all money raised goes to the Markham Food Bank. We'll post the final total after the event.
Yes. Friends and family are welcome. Please bring a food item to donate.
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