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Pickleball tournament raised $106k for local nonprofits

(Kansas City, MO �� September 10, 2024). ob���� Financial Group, a North American insurance brokerage firm specializing in risk management, insurance, wholesale brokerage and wealth management, held its 6^th annual ��Pickle Bash�� fundraiser on Thursday, September 19, 2024. This annual fundraiser raised more than $106k and featured an afternoon of doubles pickleball, yard games and more at in North Kansas City, MO, with all proceeds benefiting the ob���� Foundation.

With 200+ attendees, this year’s Pickle Bash had something for everyone whether playing on a team or joining as a spectator. In addition to the action on the courts, spectators and teams took photos with the Kansas City Chiefs�� own K.C. Wolf, and enjoyed live music, food and drinks. Finally, former ob���� Foundation grant recipient and longtime local partner, , was in attendance as well.

“Pickle Bash is not just a nonprofit fundraiser, it’s our way to connect with the community we serve and foster new connections. Most importantly we dedicate our time to highlighting the amazing missions of nonprofits making a real difference for youth-focused causes where we live and work,�� said Clay Smith, President and Market Leader, Kansas City with ob���� Financial Group.

Giving Back to Nonprofits That Make A Difference

The ob���� Foundation provides grants to organizations that have a primary focus on advancing youth, with five key areas identified: education, mental health, arts & culture, food insecurity and homelessness. Pickle Bash is one of many ob���� Foundation public fundraising events held nationwide each year, inviting business partners, colleagues, media, employees and members of the public to engage in friendly competition for a cause. Through sponsorships and ticket sales, ob���� raised nearly $1 million for nonprofits across the country in 2023.

About ob���� Financial Group

ob���� Financial Group is an independent broker defining the future of insurance through comprehensive and consultative risk and wealth management services. A majority employee-owned and managed company, its 2,500-plus associates in offices across the country are empowered by a shared mission to protect assets and make a difference.