The Joe Beretta Foundation Announces Inaugural JBF Winter Classic Fundraising Pickleball Event to Ring in the New Year

Event to Take Place December 29 and December 30 at the Lebanon Expo Center

NASHVILLE, Tenn., December 11, 2023 — The Joe Beretta Foundation is pleased to announce that they will be hosting their inaugural JBF Winter Classic fundraising pickleball event on December 29-30 at the Lebanon Expo Center.

This heart-healthy event will consist of a pickleball tournament for all ages and skill levels where attendees receive a complimentary t-shirt, a delicious heart healthy meal and a day of fun! Standard tickets are priced at $65 each and can be purchased on the website.

 The format is as follows:

– 4 Round Robin play games with a single elimination tournament (can change based on registration numbers per division)
– Mixed doubles start time: Friday, December 29 at 4:00 p.m.
– Men’s/women’s doubles start time: Saturday, December 30 at 7:00 a.m.

The Joe Beretta Foundation was established to meet the essential, non-medical needs of advanced heart failure patients, caregivers and their families by providing them with emergency housing and financial stability during times of crisis, as well as emotional support.  Only 4% of hospitals nationwide are able to treat this disease, so the vast majority of patients must travel long distance to receive life-saving care, resulting in fear, isolation and financial distress.   

The foundation currently serves patients in five hospitals across two cities, including Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Tristar Centennial Medical Center and Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital locally. They also serve patients at UPMC Presbyterian and Allegheny General Hospital in Pittsburgh, with aspirations of expanding their existing footprint.  Since the foundation’s inception in 2016, they’ve assisted 1,200+ individuals and provided over 2,600 nights of stay for patients and their families.  Their ultimate goal is to build a hospitality home in Mt. Juliet. 

“With this sport’s rise in popularity, we thought it was a great way to incorporate fun into something heart-healthy for our community. This highly anticipated event is an enjoyable way for all ages to ring in the new year,” said Lillian Beretta, President of the Board. “We are very excited for our guests to enjoy something new, and this inaugural event is sure to please.”  

For individuals or businesses interested in making a donation or becoming an event sponsor, please visit www.tjbf.org for additional information.