The Small Steps Clays Classic was started in 2003 to help fund the construction of Small Steps’ second school in the Fifth Ward. Building upon the momentum of the Energy Classic, the Clays Classic grew in its success and has become an annual draw for many prominent companies. This year, over 60 corporations, foundations, and individuals came together to sponsor the Clays Classic in support of Houston’s economically at-risk children.

The tournament format, designed by Gil Ash, consists of 100 targets at 10 stations. Additionally, each participant has the opportunity to participate in shooting games throughout the day. Following the tournament, all participants are invited to the dinner and awards ceremony. A significant number of door prizes are awarded at the conclusion of dinner.

Due to the ongoing COVID-19 surge in Houston, Small Steps’ leadership has decided to reschedule our 2021 Small Steps Clays Classic. The Clays Classic will now be held on Thursday, April 29, 2021 at the Greater Houston Sports Club. Our hope is that this delay will yield both better weather and better health conditions, which will allow us to maintain all of the things we love about this event. We will continue to closely monitor the COVID-19 cases in our area in the coming months and will put precautions into place at the tournament, as necessary.

Questions? Contact Julianne Hickey, Director of Events & Communications, at JHickey@ssnc.org or 713.236.0330.

Small Steps Nurturing Center is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. The difference between the amount of your payment and the amount of goods and services received may be deductible as a charitable contribution. We estimate the fair market value is $400 per person. Small Steps’ EIN is 76-0471755.