Unite Mics Charity Classic: A Gaming Event for a Cause

Article by Shivam

The Unite Mics Charity Classic (UMCC), an annual charity tournament hosted by the popular UniteMics community, is set to take place once again in 2024. The event is organized under the leadership of doobsnax and ZOINKS and is being managed by GaMa. This year’s edition, titled Unite Mics Charity Classic 2 (UMCC 2024), will be held on October 19th, 2024, starting at 1 PM EST / 5 PM UTC, and promises an exciting lineup of activities for both participants and viewers. 

The tournament is featuring a $25 entry fee, with 50% of the proceeds contributing to the prize pool, while the other 50% will go directly to support Hope for the Day, a non-profit organization based in Chicago that focuses on proactive suicide prevention. Their mission is to create mental health awareness through outreach and education, using events such as concerts, workshops, and community partnerships to foster open conversations about mental health.

As a token of appreciation, individuals who donate $20 or more will receive an exclusive Unite Mics Drink Coozie.

Event Highlights

Unite Mics Charity Classic 2 is packed with engaging activities inspired by last year’s event. One of the highlights is a Game Show featuring a Pokémon-themed version of Family Feud hosted by Spragels as well as entertaining Caster Customs. The event will be livestreamed for a 16-hour duration allowing fans and players to immerse themselves in the excitement.

There will also be a tournament, open to all regions, with a starting **prize pool of $200**. Teams can register for the tournament through the official registration link at start.gg/umcc2, with an entry fee of $25, payable via doobsnax’s PayPal account. Tournament registration closes on October 19th, 5 PM UTC.

Important registration details include:

- Teams must include their name in the "What is this for?" field on PayPal.

- Failure to pay by the registration deadline will result in disqualification from the bracket.

- Participants can make individual payments, but the team’s total payment must equal $25.

For those who wish to support the cause without participating in the tournament, donations to Hope for the Day can be made through the event’s StreamElements link.

Reflecting on UMCC 2023: A Successful First Edition

The inaugural Unite Mics Charity Classic in 2023 was an impressive success, raising over $2,000 for the Maui Food Bank. The event, which included game shows, a tournament, and custom show matches featuring well-known casters from the Pokémon Unite** community, saw participation from 26 teams. 

The Maui Food Bank plays a vital role in providing safe and nutritious food to individuals at risk of hunger across Maui County. The organization’s mission is to ensure that no one in the region goes hungry, distributing food to various agencies that support the community.

Conclusion

The Unite Mics Charity Classic 2 (2024) is more than just a tournament; it is a community-driven effort to raise awareness and funds for important causes. With a combination of fun activities, competitive gameplay, and the opportunity to make a positive impact, this year’s event is set to be bigger and better, continuing the legacy started in 2023.

For more information, registration, and donations, please visit:

- Tournament Registration: start.gg/umcc2 

- PayPal for Tournament Entry: PayPal.me/doobsnax- https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/doobsnax 

- Charity Donations: StreamElements.com/unitemics/tip - https://streamelements.com/unitemics/tip