Founded in 2008, Gamers for Giving is a streaming marathon and LAN party that helps raise funds for Gamers Outreach. Activities from the event support Gamers Outreach charity programs, which focus on providing entertainment to hospitalized kids. Through the years, the video game community has helped raise millions of dollars, enabling more than four million gaming experiences each year for families receiving care. You can read more about our impact in last year's annual report.
Tickets are now available! Click below to see all of our event ticket information.
Eastern Michigan University
George Gervin GameAbove Center
799 N Hewitt Rd,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Friday, April 11th
Saturday, April 12th
Sunday, April 13th
Tournaments, live broadcasts, activities, raffle, & more!
Create your own online fundraiser & help bring entertainment to kids in hospitals. Collect donations, stream to your audience, and make an impact with your community.
Tickets are now available! Click below to see all of our event ticket information.
Create your own online fundraiser & help bring entertainment to kids in hospitals. Collect donations, stream to your audience, and make an impact with your community.
Eastern Michigan University
George Gervin GameAbove Center
799 N Hewitt Rd,
Ypsilanti, MI 48197
Friday, April 11th
Saturday, April 12th
Sunday, April 13th
Tournaments, live broadcasts, activities, raffle, & more!
Hotel
A variety of hotels exist throughout the Ann Arbor area. We recommend the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest as the closest option.
Travel
For those flying in from out of state, the closest airport to Gamers for Giving is the Detroit Metro Airport (airport code: DTW). The airport is about 20 minutes from the venue. Uber and Lyft are available for ground transportation.
Food
Food will be available from a variety of sources. Concessions will be open during the daytime, along with food trucks and outside food and beverages are permitted. Additionally, several locations deliver to the George Gervin GameAbove Center.
VENUE MAP
Lan Tickets
Tickets will be available for purchase through our website. Check back soon for more details!
The general seating ticket provides you with a spot in our BYOC LAN party.
- 2 Power Outlets
- Internet Connection
- Chair
- 3 Feet of Table Space
- 1 Raffle Ticket
The Enhanced ticket provides early venue access for another night of gaming!
- 2 Power Outlets
- Internet Connection
- Chair
- 3 Feet of Table Space
- 10 Raffle Tickets
- Friday Venue Early Access
The Premium ticket provides more power, access, space, swag, and a snack cart!
- 4 Power Outlets
- Internet Connection
- Chair
- 6 Feet of Table Space
- GFG Hoodie
- Friday Venue Access
- 30 Raffle Tickets
- Snack Cart
- Premium Ticket Only Raffle
- GFG Mystery Box
- Suite For Up To 6 Friends and Gaming Setups
- 16 - 20 Power Outlets
- Chairs/Tables
- Dedicated Network Switch
- Friday Venue Access
- Up to 6 GFG Hoodies
- 6x Gaming Chairs
- Select Concierge Service
- Security Oversight
- Private Venue Entrance/Exit
- Guild Banner Hung Above Suite
- 30 Raffle Tickets Per Person (6 people)
- Snack Cart
- Option for PCs & Monitors Ready at Suite upon Arrival
Spectating is free at Gamers for Giving!
Bring your entire squad, family or BOTH! We love pets but they are not allowed at the venue (due to flashing lights, loud sounds, and LOTS of power cables).
You can also select this option if you are a press member interested in covering the event.
- 6:00 PMEarly venue access for Enhanced, Premium, and Suite ticket holders.
- 6:00 PMNo tournaments will be held on Friday. Competitive events will take place on Saturday & Sunday.
- 6:00 PMDiamond Dust II Tournament early check-in begins.
- 11:00 PMVenue Doors locked. Event Attendees with badges or Guardians only.
- 9:00 AMVenue Doors Open, Streamer Live production begins, and Tournament Registration begins.
- 11:00 AMDiamond Dust Tournament Begins
- 12:00 PMTournament Registration Closes.
- 12:00 PMCounter-Strike 2 (5v5) Tournament
- 1:00 PMMarvel Rivals (6v6) Tournament
- 1:00 PMMAGIC: The Gathering Standard Tournament Begins
- 2:00 PMStarcraft 2 (1v1) Tournament
- 3:00 PMRocket League (3v3) Tournament
- 5:00 PMLeague of Legends (ARAM 5v5) Tournament
- 7:00 PMHALO Infinite (FFA) Tournament
- 10:00 PMMost Impressive PC Award
- 11:00 PMVenue Doors locked. Event Attendees with badges or Guardians only.
- 9:00 AMVenue Doors Open and Tournament Registration begins.
- 9:30 AMIHOP Breakfast pick-up
- 11:00 AMBest Camper Award
- 12:00 PMTournament registration closes.
- 12:00 PMCasual Tournaments Begins. Check with T.O. Desk.
- 12:00 PMFall Guys Lobbies Open
- 2:00 PMRock-Paper-Scissors Tournament
- 9:00 PM-ishThe LAN party will come to an end!
The Gamers for Giving LAN party features a variety of tournaments & activities for some of today's most popular esports titles.
Gamers for Giving 2025 Tournament Rules & Guidelines1. Tournament Registration
- Sign Up: All participants must complete the official registration process before the tournament starts. Late entries may not be allowed. Please sign up at the Tournament Organizer or T.O. desk across from the Gamers Outreach booth.
2. Tournament Schedule
- Punctuality: All participants must be present in the designated tournament area or virtual lobby at least 15 minutes before the tournament start time. Failure to show up on time may result in disqualification.
- Match Delays: Any significant delays must be communicated to the Tournament Admins as soon as possible. All delays will be evaluated case-by-case.
3. Communication via Discord
- Official Tournament Discord: All participants must join the official Gamers Outreach Discord for tournament updates, announcements, and direct communication with Tournament Admins.
- Link: Gamers Outreach Discord Invite
- Tournament Channels: Relevant tournament information will be posted in dedicated channels. All participants are required to stay updated by checking these channels regularly.
- Support: If you experience any issues during the tournament, please use the GFG 2025 Tournaments channels to get assistance. Tournament Admins will be available to help.
4. Player Conduct
- Respect & Sportsmanship: Players must demonstrate respectful behavior toward other participants, administrators, and staff. Harassment, trolling, or unsportsmanlike conduct will not be tolerated.
- No Cheating or Exploiting: Players caught cheating, exploiting bugs, or using any unauthorized third-party software will be immediately disqualified from the tournament. This includes but is not limited to: aimbots, wallhacks, and other forms of unfair advantages.
5. Tournament Rules Specific to Game
- Game-Specific Rules: Each game will have its own set of rules regarding gameplay, settings, and match structure. These rules will be outlined in the respective tournament channel in the Gamers Outreach Discord.
- Hardware & Settings: Players are expected to use their own gaming equipment unless specified otherwise. Tournament Admins may provide specific hardware or software settings to ensure fairness.
Important Notes:
- All tournament communications and updates will be handled through the Gamers Outreach Discord. Make sure to stay active in the tournament channels to receive real-time updates.
- If you have any questions or concerns before or during the tournament, reach out to the admins via the official Discord support channels.
Good luck, and have fun!
LAN EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
Bring with you:
- Computer with necessary cables (or video game console)
- Monitor (Note if your monitor is larger than 27 inches, you will need to purchase 2 seats. Premium tickets accommodate larger monitors).
- Headset / mouse / keyboard.
- Ethernet cable (preferably 25 feet long).
- Updated software. No one wants to spend their time updating things!
- Sleeping bag / pillow (if you plan on roughing the venue).
- Money for food/snacks.
- Each LAN seat has 2 electrical outlets (premium tickets have 4). Do not bring your own power strip or attempt to exceed the number of receptacles provided. If you'd like additional outlets, you must buy another seat at the LAN. Failure to abide by this rule may result in removal from the event.