Pickleball Facilities and Philanthropy Surge in U.S.

Pickleball's growth across the U.S. is accelerating, with new venues and expanded facilities opening in cities such as Foxborough, MA, where Eleveno Pickleball is launching its first permanent location at Patriot Place with six outdoor courts and a beer garden. The Friendly Pickle in Kalamazoo, MI, a 24,000-square-foot indoor complex, welcomed over 450 players in its first two weeks and plans to expand further. In Burlington, NC, the Burlington Pickleball Complex is now offering memberships to non-residents, providing access to 17 courts, including a championship court. Bellevue, NE, is set to open four new courts at Everett Park, equipped with lighting for nighttime play. Additionally, Clearwater, FL, is hosting a community pickleball fundraiser at Pickle & Pint to support a local teen with bone cancer, showcasing the sport's philanthropic impact. These developments highlight pickleball's rising popularity and its role in fostering community engagement and charitable initiatives.