Join Wizards of the Coast and TCGplayer for a Charity Tournament
Wizards of the Coast and TCGplayer are hosting a live charity showdown featuring former pro players and Hall of Famers. Fans can tune in to watch high-level gameplay and bid on unique collectibles to support youth causes.
- Charity tournament takes place Wednesday, September 16, 2026.
- Wizards of the Coast and TCGplayer are donating $25,000 each.
- Proceeds support Extra Life and MagiKids charities.
- Features an eBay Live auction with rare Magic and D&D memorabilia.
An Epic Battle for Good Causes
Two gaming industry giants are coming together for a friendly yet fierce rivalry on the digital battlefield. A team of four representatives from Wizards of the Coast will take on a four-player roster from TCGplayer in a special charity tournament hosted in Renton, Washington. The head-to-head match pits accomplished game designers and former competitive veterans against Hall of Fame members and staff.
Beyond bragging rights, the main goal of the event is to generate financial support for charitable initiatives. Both participating companies have committed baseline donations of $25,000 each. These funds will directly benefit young people through organizations dedicated to pediatric health and youth gaming education.
How to Watch and Bid
Broadcast coverage kicks off at 10 a.m. Pacific Time on September 16, 2026. Fans can follow the main stream across official Twitch and Instagram channels, while TCGplayer will provide a simultaneous broadcast on their YouTube channel.
Alongside the gaming action, viewers can participate in an exclusive eBay Live auction. Up for bid are rare items, signed art pieces, and historical memorabilia donated by the event partners. All proceeds generated from these auctions will be split down the middle to aid the designated non-profit causes.
Supporting Extra Life and MagiKids
The broadcast highlights two prominent charitable organizations. Extra Life mobilizes the gaming community to raise money for the Children's Miracle Network, helping fund vital medical care and support systems for sick children.
Meanwhile, MagiKids focuses on enriching young minds by providing schools and youth groups with gaming supplies. By supplying teachers and organizers with cards like Black Lotus proxies, basic lands, and teaching kits, they help kids build critical thinking and social skills through trading card games.
