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A person holds a pickleball paddle and two yellow pickleballs. Text reads "Thompson Tuesday: The Serve" with The Serve Pickleball Kitchen logo.

Thompson Tuesday

Thompson Child & Family Focus teams up with The Serve in Cornelius for Thompson Tuesday Pickleball—a giveback where 10% of all sales support children and families across the Carolinas. Whether you’re hitting the courts, meeting friends for drinks, or enjoying a casual night out, your visit helps fund critical programs that protect children, strengthen families, and build brighter futures.

Proudly sponsored by Audi of Charlotte.

The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen
20220 Chartown Dr.
Cornelius, NC 28031

Tuesday, April 7, 2026

A red flag on a golf course at sunset with text overlay: "Mother's Comfort Food & Cocktails masters watch party.

Masters Watch Party

The Masters Are On. The Sandwiches Are Ready.

Grab your friends and join us at Mother’s Comfort Food & Cocktails on Friday, April 10th for a Masters Watch Party benefiting Thompson.

Enjoy Masters-inspired bites and drinks while watching the tournament—and making a difference for children and families in our community.

Special Menu:

  • Pimento Cheese Sandwiches
  • Egg Salad Sandwiches
  • Chicken Biscuit
  • Peach Ice Cream Sandwich
  • “The Azalea” Signature Cocktail – (Vodka, Lemonade, Maple-Based Grenadine, Lemon Wheel — served in a mason jar)

Just mention Thompson to your server, and a portion of the day’s sales will go back to support Thompson’s mission. Proudly sponsored by PairPEO.

Mother’s Comfort Food & Cocktails

Friday, April 10, 2026

Two children in costume smile and pose playfully on stage in front of a curtain, with the Matthews Playhouse logo and “Velveteen Rabbit” text at the bottom.

Nonprofit Partner Performance Series

Step into the magic of a beloved children’s classic as The Velveteen Rabbit comes to life on stage at Matthews Playhouse. This timeless story follows a toy rabbit who dreams of becoming “real” through the power of love and imagination. With themes of friendship, resilience, and the transformative nature of love, this heartwarming production continues to inspire audiences of all ages.

Thompson is proud to serve as the nonprofit partner for this special production. Join us for Pay What You Can Night on April 23, when tickets are available at the door and community members can attend at a price that works for them. Thompson will welcome several foster families to the performance, and a Thompson representative will share brief opening remarks about the organization’s mission to strengthen children and families.

Matthews Playhouse
100 E McDowell St.
Matthews, NC 28105

Thursday, April 23, 2026
7:30PM

Pay What You Can

Two children sit on stage making bunny ears with their fingers. A "Matthews Playhouse" logo and the words "Velveteen Rabbit" appear on the image.

Nonprofit Partner Performance Series

Step into the magic of a beloved children’s classic as The Velveteen Rabbit comes to life on stage at Matthews Playhouse. This timeless story follows a toy rabbit who dreams of becoming “real” through the power of love and imagination. With themes of friendship, resilience, and the transformative nature of love, this heartwarming production continues to inspire audiences of all ages.

Thompson is proud to serve as the nonprofit partner for this special production.

Matthews Playhouse
100 E McDowell St.
Matthews, NC 28105

Friday, April 23, 2026 to Sunday, May 3, 2026

$14 - $20

A person holds a pickleball paddle and two yellow pickleballs. Text reads "Thompson Tuesday: The Serve" with The Serve Pickleball Kitchen logo.

Thompson Tuesday

Thompson Child & Family Focus teams up with The Serve in Cornelius for Thompson Tuesday Pickleball—a giveback where 10% of all sales support children and families across the Carolinas. Whether you’re hitting the courts, meeting friends for drinks, or enjoying a casual night out, your visit helps fund critical programs that protect children, strengthen families, and build brighter futures.

Proudly sponsored by Audi of Charlotte.

The Serve Pickleball + Kitchen
20220 Chartown Dr.
Cornelius, NC 28031

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

Save the date invitation for "Plates on the Pitch" at Bank of America Stadium on May 21st at 6:30 PM, shown on a background of a soccer field and a branded plate.

Plates on the Pitch

For 140 years, Thompson has believed in one simple truth:

Every foster child deserves a home.

140 years in, the work isn’t done. Plates on the Pitch is an evening that brings that belief to life — where food, culture, and community come together on the field in support of a Home for Every Foster Child.

As you experience dishes inspired by the home nations of Charlotte FC’s players, you’re also helping create stability, care, and possibility for children and families across the Carolinas — because 140 years = 140 reasons to believe that changing lives changes everything.

For those who wish to deepen their impact, add the Oaklore Angel Barrel for $200 — a limited-quantity, special-release Oaklore bourbon bottle you’ll take home from the event. It’s a meaningful way to bring the night with you, and every bottle purchased helps meet the growing need in foster care by funding another bed for an adolescent foster child in need.

A powerful night. A lasting impact.

Secure your place early.

Bank of America Stadium

Thursday, May 21, 2026
6:30PM