Level Up: Waukee Community Gaming Initiative
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Support the Adventure!
We’re launching a series of pop-up gaming events for students (grades 6–12) and families. These events mark the first step toward creating a permanent community space that combines gaming, learning, and local engagement. From here, we’ll expand into after-school and summer programs.
Every $10 donation powers Level Up: Waukee—fueling gaming tournaments, youth programs, and local events. Your support creates safe, fun spaces where all ages connect, compete, and grow.
Help us provide gear, host meetups, and inspire teamwork. Together, we’re building a stronger Waukee gaming community!
We need YOU to level up our events! Volunteer your time to help run tournaments, set up gear, and cheer on players. Whether you’re a gaming pro or just love community fun, your energy makes a huge difference. Join us in making every event epic!
Ready to Donate?
*Level Up: Waukee Community Gaming Initiative is a nonprofit organization dedicated to community gaming programs and youth engagement. Level Up Waukee Games & Goods, LLC is a separate for-profit retail partner that supports the same community goals through sales and events. Charitable donations should be directed to the nonprofit. Purchases and pre-sales through the LLC are not tax-deductible.
Event Sponsors Needed!
Sponsorship is the essential engine that powers and fuels our vibrant community engagement, enabling us to bring people together through a wide variety of exciting events and fun-filled activities that everyone can enjoy.
It plays a crucial role in creating memorable experiences, sparking joy, and fostering meaningful connections within our ever-growing and welcoming community.
A Special Thank You to Our Donors!
Pop-Up Series
Premier Level Donors ($500+)
The Burns Family
The Sweet Family
Thank you to all our pop-up event donors whose generosity makes Level Up: Waukee’s community gaming events possible. Whether you contributed as a Community Sponsor, Event Partner, Premier Sponsor, or through in-kind gifts, your support helps provide free, inclusive gaming experiences for students and families by funding event space, game materials, outreach, and supplies. Every donation strengthens our mission to bring creativity, connection, and learning to Waukee’s youth, and we are grateful for your partnership in building a welcoming community through gaming.
Spread the Word
Level Up starts with community—and you’re a vital part of it! Whether you’re excited about tabletop gaming, passionate about creativity, or simply love seeing young people come together in positive spaces, we’d love your voice in our growing community. Connect with us on social media to share your favorite gaming moments, discover upcoming pop-ups, meet fellow players and families, and help build a welcoming, fun, and inclusive environment for everyone. Your story makes our community stronger—let’s level up together!