Bring your crew to Kraken for a day of fun that gives back.
Every game, every skate, every slice — all for a great cause.

PLAY FOR A PURPOSE

Dine for Dollars

15% Back to the Community

Kraken is more than a place to play — it’s where connection, laughter, and community come alive.

We’re proud to partner with local 501(c)(3) organizations through our Play for a Purpose Give-Back Days.

On your selected date, 15% of all eligible sales go directly to your organization, helping you fuel the good work that keeps DC strong.

Play TOGETHER, make a difference

Please submit your request at least three weeks in advance.

Apply for a give-back day

Good Times That Give Back

From pickleball rallies and skate sessions to axe-throwing parties, every Kraken experience can make a difference.

Your supporters just show up, play, and enjoy — we’ll handle the rest.

You’ll also get custom digital flyers and social media graphics to help you spread the word and boost turnout.

Who We Partner With

We proudly support community-driven groups, including:

  • Schools & PTAs (K–12 booster clubs, student groups)

  • College & University Organizations (clubs, councils, affinity groups)

  • Youth Sports & Teams (pickleball, skating, cheer, etc.)

  • Neighborhood Nonprofits (food banks, shelters, rescue orgs)

  • Environmental & Sustainability Projects

  • Community Associations & Coalitions

Give-Back Day Guidelines

How it Works

On your Community Give-Back Day, your supporters can join in two simple ways:

  1. Play with Us – Guests just mention your group at the bar, and their purchase will count toward your fundraiser.

  2. Book Online – Supporters can also enter a special promo code we provide when placing online booking.

Community Days must reach a $100 minimum for donations to be processed.
If the minimum isn’t met, we’ll provide a donation card in support of your organization.

Eligibility

We love working with groups that reflect Kraken’s values and commitment to community. At this time, we cannot host fundraisers for:

  • Personal causes (medical expenses, tuition, travel, scholarships)

  • For-profit businesses or startups

  • Religious organizations raising funds for religious purposes

  • Political or lobbying groups

  • Individual study abroad, gap year, or personal enrichment programs

  • Any request that doesn’t align with our community giving standards

Inclusion

Kraken will not partner with organizations that discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, political affiliation, or religious belief.

Let’s Make an Impact Together

Upload your 501(c)(3) letter and W-9 directly through the form.

Request a community give-back day

Community Day FAQs

  • We review applications within 10 business days.

  • At this time, Community Give-Back Days are limited to officially recognized 501(c)(3) nonprofits. Not sure if your group qualifies? Check with your organization’s leadership or visit irs.gov to confirm.  

  • What is a federal Tax ID number (EIN)? 
    This is a unique nine-digit number issued by the IRS to identify your organization for tax purposes. 

    What if I don’t have one? 
    Check if your group falls under a larger organization (like a school district or umbrella nonprofit) that can provide one. 

    My EIN has fewer or more than nine digits. 
    All EINs should be exactly nine digits. Double-check with your organization or the IRS to confirm. 

    The tax info I submitted doesn’t match. 
    Make sure your organization’s legal name matches IRS records exactly—including details like “Inc.” or “Incorporated.” 

    I submitted the wrong EIN. What should I do? 
    No problem—use the contact link in your confirmation email to send the correct information. 

    Do I need to resubmit my EIN each year? 
    Yes, to keep everything up to date, we ask returning organizations to resubmit current tax info annually.