Trusted Impact Partners help identify potential Open Seat Guests. Guest identification begins through trusted community organizations rather than generic public requests.
01 Identify
Open Seat learns about the Guest, their interests, circumstances, preferences, accessibility needs, who they want to share the experience with, and what could make it especially meaningful.
02 Understand
Open Seat coordinates the details, including event logistics, accessibility considerations, transportation, communication with Guest and partners, and additional experience details.
04 Plan
The Guest is thoughtfully matched with an available sports experience. The goal is not simply to fill a seat; each opportunity should make sense for the individual.
03 Match
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Experience
The Guest enjoys the Open Seat Experience with someone meaningful to them. Complete emphasis on the human moment.
How do we match Guests with Experiences?
Interests
What teams, sports, athletes, or experiences would genuinely mean something to the Guest? We match passions to opportunities.
Accessibility
What needs should be considered so the Guest can comfortably participate? We plan every detail of the physical journey.
Companionship
Who would make the experience most meaningful to share? Time intentionally preserved for loved ones and key supporters.
The Details
What additional elements could transform simple attendance into a memorable, host-supported experience? Food, gear, lodging, transportation and custom care.
Because no two Guests are the same. We shift from rigid processes to tailored human care.
The Open Seat Guest always remains at the center.
Impact Partners >
Social workers, hospitals, & foundations nominate guests.
Donors >
Community contributions fund memory-making enhancements.
Corporate Partners >
Providing scaling capabilities, transportation, and details.
Sports Organizations >
​Teams & venues open access & accommodate logistics.
OUR ECOSYSTEM
It takes a community to open a seat.
Impact Partners
Connect Guests to Open Seat
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Identify and nominate individuals and families who could benefit from an Open Seat experience.
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Help us understand each Guest’s circumstances, needs, and considerations so experiences can be planned thoughtfully.
LEGAL
privacy policy
accessibility
The Open Seat Foundation, Inc ("Open Seat") is a New Jersey nonprofit corporation recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN: 42-4717922). Contributions to Open Seat qualify as tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
© Copyright 2026. The Open Seat Foundation, an not-for-profit, section 501(c)(3).
Each Open Seat Experience begins with understanding the person behind the seat.
What makes the Open Seat process so unique?
From an open seat to an unforgettable experience.
Open Seat works with trusted partners to identify potential Guests, understand what could make an experience meaningful, and thoughtfully connect each Guest with the right sports opportunity.
How does Open Seat work?
Open Seat works with trusted partners to identify potential Guests, understand what could make an experience meaningful, and thoughtfully connect each Guest with the right sports opportunity.
EXAMPLE: John and his son Paul - Open Seat Guests
03
Match
The Guest is thoughtfully matched with an available sports experience. The goal is not simply to fill a seat; each opportunity should make sense for the individual.
01
Identify
Trusted Impact Partners help identify potential Open Seat Guests. Guest identification begins through trusted community organizations rather than generic public requests.
04
Plan
Open Seat coordinates the details, including event logistics, accessibility considerations, transportation, communication with Guest and Impact Partners, and additional experience details.
05
Experience
The Guest enjoys the Open Seat Experience with someone meaningful to them. Complete emphasis on the human moment.
02
Understand
Open Seat learns about the Guest, their interests, circumstances, preferences, accessibility needs, who they want to share the experience with, and what could make it especially meaningful.
What makes the Open Seat process unique?
Each Open Seat Experience begins with understanding the person behind the seat.
How do we match Guests with Experiences?
Because no two Guests are the same. We shift from rigid processes to tailored human care.
Interests
What teams, sports, athletes, or experiences would genuinely mean something to the Guest? We match passions to opportunities.
Accessibility
What needs should be considered so the Guest can comfortably participate? We plan every detail of the physical journey.
The Open Seat Guest always remains at the center.
Companionship
Who would make the experience most meaningful to share? Time intentionally preserved for loved ones and key supporters.
The Details
What additional elements could transform simple attendance into a memorable, host-supported experience? Food, gear, and custom care.
OUR ECOSYSTEM
It takes a community to open a seat.
Impact Partners
Connect Guests to Open Seat
-
Identify and nominate individuals and families who could benefit from an Open Seat experience.
​
-
Help us understand each Guest’s circumstances, needs, and considerations so experiences can be planned thoughtfully.
Impact Partners
Social workers, hospitals, & foundations nominate guests.
Donors
Community contributions fund memory-making enhancements.
Corporate Partners
Providing scaling capabilities, transportation, and details.
Sports Organizations
Teams & venues open access & accommodate logistics.
Open Seat Guest
Connect
LEGAL
privacy policy
accessibility
The Open Seat Foundation, Inc ("Open Seat") is a New Jersey nonprofit corporation recognized by the IRS as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (EIN: 42-4717922). Contributions to Open Seat qualify as tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
© Copyright 2026. The Open Seat Foundation, an not-for-profit, section 501(c)(3).