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Teens Chase World Record Recycling 500M Tennis Balls
Acts of Kindness1h ago

Teens Chase World Record Recycling 500M Tennis Balls

Twelve California high school students are attempting to set a Guinness World Record by collecting and recycling tennis and pickleballs, tackling the estimated 500 million non-biodegradable balls thrown into landfills every year. The campaign grew from their community rebuilding efforts after the devastating Palisades Fire.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Grand Rapids Duo Plays Pickleball for 28 Hours Straight
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Grand Rapids Duo Plays Pickleball for 28 Hours Straight

Two Michigan friends just broke a Guinness World Record by playing pickleball for 28 hours straight, raising money for organ donation in memory of a lost daughter. They played 141 games and pushed the record four hours past the previous mark.

Google: marathon world record3 min read
Naperville Nonprofit Breaks Pickleball Record With 500 Kids
Acts of KindnessFeb 14

Naperville Nonprofit Breaks Pickleball Record With 500 Kids

A youth wellness nonprofit just doubled a Guinness World Record by teaching 500 students pickleball at the same time across multiple locations. The coordinated lesson connected schools throughout three Illinois counties in one uplifting moment of teamwork and fun.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Illinois Teens Set Pickleball Lesson World Record
Acts of KindnessFeb 13

Illinois Teens Set Pickleball Lesson World Record

Over a thousand high schoolers in Naperville just broke a Guinness World Record while learning America's fastest-growing sport. The massive pickleball lesson brought students together for something way more fun than sitting in class.

Google News - World Record2 min read
Pickleball Tournament Raises $25K for Adult Literacy
Acts of KindnessFeb 3

Pickleball Tournament Raises $25K for Adult Literacy

A pickleball tournament in Charlottesville just turned weekend fun into a $25,000 gift for adults learning to read and write. The Blue Ridge Mountains Rotary Club brought together players and sponsors to support neighbors building better futures.

Google: volunteers help2 min read