About Ping Pong for Good
What is Ping Pong for Good (PPG)?
Ping Pong for Good is a movement for brain health. We are on a mission to improve the lives of those living with neurological conditions and help individuals achieve better brain health at any age.
With your support, we can achieve the following objectives:
Raise awareness about the importance of exercise + brain health and the many therapeutic benefits of playing ping pong.
Making playing ping pong accessible to all, anytime, anywhere, intergenerationally.
PPG Therapy in physical therapy offices, rehabilitation centers & assisted living facilities.
PPG Fitness in schools, gyms & community centers.
Support Clinical Research to develop more protocols for treatment and widespread adaption
Our goal is to be a hub of information, inspiration, connection, and facilitation.
Is ping pong the same thing as table tennis?
Yes!
Why is this important now more than ever?
The world faces a global crisis due to an epidemic of cognitive decline, with neurodegenerative diseases exponentially on the rise. We are creating solutions that address multiple challenges simultaneously.
Why is PPG different?
With our two cornerstone programs, PPG Therapy and PPG Fitness, we have reimagined playing ping pong and exercises inspired by the game into a brain training activity with therapeutic benefits well beyond recreational and competitive play typically associated with it. By creating a series of drills and incorporating challenges such as dual-tasking, we’re maximizing the benefits while still retaining the fun factor of playing. We make fitness and physical therapy fun which means that people will actually want to do it.
Who can benefit from PPG Therapy and PPG Fitness?
While ping pong has health benefits for everyone, it is especially beneficial for those aging and living with brain disorders, including Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, MS, stroke and ADD. Watch this video to learn more about who can benefit based on PPG’s Ping Pong Therapy pilot program.
PPG Therapy and PPG Fitness can benefit those living with neurological conditions and promote healthy, active aging. We have identified a clear need for our programs from those that are living with brain disorders and from those seeking new ways to stay active given the physical limitations associated with growing older. We have also heard from the caregiving community and the providers who serve those living with these conditions associated with aging and brain diseases. that they are seeking programs like ours. Our programs provide a fun and beneficial way for people to engage physically, socially, and mentally while building community, even across generations!
Who is Ping Pong For Good?
PPG was founded by Maureen McComsey and Trent MacLean in early 2021. As a social impact strategist, Maureen has expertise in creating business partnerships for global causes and helping brands integrate impact into their core business. Trent is a well-known business consultant in the consumer sector who is on his own personal journey with Parkinson’s, managing his symptoms with an aggressive exercise program, including ping pong. We have assembled a team of experts in Neurology, Brain Health, Fitness and Table Tennis in developing PPG’s programs.
How can I get involved?
Join our monthly giving program THE LEAGUE. Please donate whatever you can, but by joining our monthly giving program, you can play an essential role in building our community. We have accomplished a lot in a short time and can do so much more with your support!
For Major Gifts, we are currently seeking members to join our Founding Circle (details can be provided upon request). PPG’s Founding Circle will always have a special place both in our hearts and be recognized so by the organization as key drivers of our success. Email us to learn more.
We have a clear and far-reaching vision for PPG and are excited about the prospects for future programming and the potential for tremendous impact. By having the resources to raise awareness, capture the stories of impact we hear every day and provide the resources for people to adopt, we can do so much more! We hope you’ll join us in being a champion for brain health and healthy aging
Who does PPG partner with?
We partner with leading brands, experts, influencers and organizations in the following fields: Medical, Health & Wellness, Sports/Athletics, Equipment & Apparel, Active Aging & Geriatrics, Non-Profits & Foundations, Celebrities and Lifestyle Brands.
Contact Us to learn about partnership opportunities and how you or your brand can join the PPG Movement and be a Champion for Brain Health and Active Aging!
How can my organization partner with PPG?
We love to partner with like-minded organizations and know that we can do more together! We approach partnerships strategically, always with the goal to elevate our shared goals. You can trust what we will work tirelessly to identify new ways to amplify the work of the companies in our ecosystem and identify untapped potential between our organizations.
Is PPG a non-profit organization and are my donations tax-deductible?
We are fiscally sponsored by Edward Charles Foundation and your donation may be tax-deductible as provided by law.
How are other ways I can help if I can’t donate at this time?
You can also help by simply spreading the word, via social media (FaceBook, Instagram, YouTube) and inviting people to Sign Up on our mailing list. We’re already seeing the benefit to people that are playing regularly, both recreationally and therapeutically and want more people to know!
Want to learn more or have ideas you’d like to share with us?
We would be happy to meet with you to explore ideas and share specifics about the program and opportunities to engage. Contact Us to learn more.