Charity Auctioneer Heath Hale to Lead Fundraising at World Series of Cornhole Events in Columbus

The World Series of Cornhole has announced that Heath Hale, known nationally as The Cowboy Auctioneer, will serve as emcee for the Columbus events and lead live fundraising activities throughout the weekend. Hale brings over two decades of auctioneering experience to the role, having raised over $350 million for causes and non-profits nationwide in his drive to raise over $1 billion for charities.

Hale's involvement will span multiple events including the Heisman Toast with legendary athletes Troy Smith and Ricky Williams, the Shootout Cornhole Tournament at the Railhouse at East Market, and the VIP Tailgate Experience ahead of the Ohio State vs. Texas showdown. His dynamic stage presence and unique blend of charisma, humor, and authenticity are expected to transform fundraising into high-impact experiences that engage audiences and drive philanthropic giving.

The significance of Hale's participation lies in his proven ability to educate and inspire donors to think bigger about their charitable contributions. As he stated, "The World Series of Cornhole is the perfect fit — high-energy, competitive, and centered around giving back. We're going to fire up Columbus and raise a lot of money for great causes." This approach aligns with WSOC's mission of creating events where legends and fans come together for competition, camaraderie, and community impact.

Trent Henkaline, Organizer of the World Series of Cornhole, emphasized Hale's capabilities, noting that "His ability to connect with fans and drive impactful fundraising will elevate every part of our weekend in Columbus." The events will support various causes ranging from youth foundations to veterans and mental health initiatives, making the fundraising component crucial to the organization's philanthropic goals.

Fans can expect high-access storytelling with legendary athletes, photo opportunities with memorabilia, and curated auction items during the Heisman Toast VIP event. The Legends Shootout Cornhole Tournament will feature a broadcast-ready production where sweepstakes winners and VIPs get drafted onto teams with sports legends, while Hale's crew maintains energetic bidding between throws. The premium pregame environment will leverage short, targeted moments to drive giving while hyping the crowd around the alumni competition aspect.