FIND A CLUB DONATE NOW About Us Kids in Need Programs Get Involved News & Stories Major League Baseball Since Major League Baseball® designated BGCA as an official charitable partner in 1997, this robust relationship has given countless youth the chance to realize their dreams both on and off the field. Since MLB™ designated BGCA as an official charitable partner in 1997, this highly successful relationship has given countless youth the chance to realize their dreams both on and off the field. 2019 World Series Boys & Girls Club members will deliver the game ball to the mound for each game of the World Series in Houston and DC. 2019-20 National Youth of the Year Sabrina M. is attending Game 4 in DC to participate in PlayBall activities and deliver the game ball that evening. As MLB's charity, Boys & Girls Club youth are given these experiential opportunities, creating memories they will always cherish. Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland Digital Arts Suite unveiling during All-Star Week 2019. Impact on Youth MLB's Play Ball Initiative offers Clubs access to baseball and softball-related activities, in both formal and casual settings, including T-ball, Pitch Hit & Run, PLAY BALL Fitness, and RBI. Club kids also enjoy once-in-a-lifetime experiential opportunities to participate in annual MLB events like All-Star Week, post-season games and the World Series from delivering the game ball to the mound, to meeting their heroes on the field. Impact on Clubs In addition to supporting programs that introduce children to baseball, MLB is also committed to ensuring the continuous improvement for Clubs. MLB and BGCA is currently renovating 30 Boys & Girls Clubs in select markets with updated baseball fields, technology and/or teen centers. Larry Doby All-Star Playground ribbon cutting ceremony at Boys & Girls Clubs of Cleveland - King Kennedy Club. Anthony Anderson, with 2018-19 National Youth of the Year Malachi, at the World Series in Los Angeles. Impact on Mission Each season, MLB provides Boys & Girls Clubs of America with national exposure by prominently displaying the BGCA logo in stadiums and behind home plates. A nationally televised MLB-produced public service ad campaign, featuring players and Club youth, has generated awareness for the Boys & Girls Club brand valued at more than $20 million. BGCA also benefits from direct and indirect funding generated by Major League Baseball. Join MLB and help more kids get in the game with your generous gift today. DONATE NOW Impact on Legacy A key reason for our partnership's success is the personal connections many big-leaguers have with Boys & Girls Clubs. Club alumni include legends such as Joe DiMaggio, Frank Robinson, Joe Morgan and Brooks Robinson, and extend to stars of today like CC Sabathia, Adam Jones and Jon Jay. Hall of Famers Hank Aaron, Cal Ripken Jr. and Ken Griffey Jr. are also active supporters of Boys & Girls Clubs. CC Sabathia and his PitCCh In Foundation, which enriches the lives of inner city youth by raising their self-esteem through educational and athletic activities, hosting 52 Club youth at games for meet and greets, food and the game of course. For Club Alumni and Supporters Boys & Girls Clubs Alumni & Friends is a global network of caring, involved individuals who seek to support Clubs, recruit Club alumni to further our cause, and give back to the next generation of Club kids. LEARN HOW YOU CAN HELP Find a Club Near You. FIND A CLUB Connect With Us Facebook Twitter YouTube STAY INFORMED WITH NEWS & UPDATES SIGN UP About Us Careers Find a Club Our Mission Contact Us Get Involved Alumni Partners Programs Ways to Give Resources Child Safety Club Impact Annual Report Shop Our Store FAQs Donor Privacy Privacy Policy The Official Site of Boys & Girls Clubs of America. © Boys & Girls Clubs of America. All Rights Reserved. BGCA is a 501(c)3 (nonprofit) organization and donations are tax deductible. The URL GreatFutures.org is generously donated by Vision Link Boys & Girls Clubs of America uses cookies to give you the best experience on our website. Read about cookies in our privacy policy. By closing this message, you consent to our use of cookies on this device in accordance with our policy unless you have disabled them. AGREE