Ann Arbor, Michigan was the site for Gamers For Giving 2010. This video game tournament is an annual event that supports the Gamers Outreach Foundation. This non-profit organization works to provide unique gaming opportunities in area hospitals (see below) and also connects troops overseas, with donated video games.
GOF's Main Initiative - Video Game Kiosks in Hospitals
BEN (Jet Set Studio), hastr0 (Pro Call of Duty player), Walshy (Pro Halo Player), Josh (Gunnar Optics), and Walter (Astro Gaming) prepared for GFG2010, by staying up all night and playing the brand new Hal Reach Beta
A True FPS/Multiplayer Classic - Bond N64
BEN with Totz (Final Boss) at the Pro 2v2 Mini-Challenge
MLG Pros Walshy (Carbon), Totz (Final Boss), and Zach Wigal (GOF)
BEN, from our own GatheringofGamers.com video game community, traveled to this exciting event last weekend (April 29 - May 2) and helped manage the event. Along with lending a helping hand, he also shared www.GatheringofGamers.com with attendees and brought Jet Set Studio's additional gaming equipment and brand new lanyards for the event.
BEN with Jet Set Studio's 22" Gaming Televisions
All-New JSS/GoG Lanyard w/ GFG VIP Tag
4v4 CoD: MW2 ChampionsOverall, the 3rd annual Gamers For Giving was a total success. The Briarwood Mall was a neat venue and the tournament went off without a hitch. A ton of money was raised for charity, while gamers across the region enjoyed a top-notch video game event.
We look forward to next year's GFG tournament, but we're also excited to have Zach and his GOF team join us for The 2011 Iowa Pro Gaming Challenge! With their 32 gaming stations, we'll have access to a MUCH larger event here in Iowa. For much more stories, photos, video, and all-around event highlights, be sure to connect with the Official GoG Event Profile!
