CBR 2015

Table of Contents
Total League Contributions

League Overview
Presidents Address
A berdeen IronBirds
A uburn Doubledays
Batavia Muckdogs
Brooklyn Cyclones
Connecticut T igers
Hudson Valley Renegades
Lowell Spinners
Mahoning Valley Scrappers
State College Spikes
Staten Island Yankees
Tri-City ValleyCats
Vermont Lake Monsters
West Virginia Black Bears
Williamsport Crosscutters
Total League Contributions

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6
10
14
20
32
40
52
62
70
76
82
94
100
102
A berdeen IronBirds
A uburn Doubledays
Batavia Muckdogs
Brooklyn Cyclones
Connecticut T igers
Lowell Spinners
Tri-City ValleyCats
V ermont Lake Monsters
$24,202
$48,850
$23,750
$274,847
$227,834
$230,367
$6,850
$312,072
$214,641
$192,460
$209,718
$112,145
$26,388
$65,921
Total Contributions: $1,970,045

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League Overview

For over a decade, the New York-Penn League (NYPL) Charitable Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has focused on establishing strong community relationships outside of the ballparks. Since 2003, the Foundation
has encouraged clubs to support their communities through volunteering, fundraising and contributing to other nonprofit organizations. Time, effort, in-kind donations, and funds contributed to the community organizations are always
well received.

In 2015, the NYPL Charitable Foundation donated just under $2 million to non-profits, charities, education,
and community organizations. And for each of the past 7 years, the Foundation has awarded $10,000 in scholarships
to High School seniors having an impact on their communities. The communities have responded by supporting their
home team and building stronger relationships around the game of baseball.

In 2015, the NYPL recognized teams and individuals that showed exceptional effort to create the best baseball atmosphere for fans and communities. More specifically, the Brooklyn Cyclones won the Vincent McNamara
Outstanding Club Award which is awarded to the club for extensive community and fan involvement and the Leo
Pinckney Promotional Award which is awarded to the club for the best overall promotions and giveaways. Mahoning
Valley Scrappers Vice President and General Manager, Jordan Taylor, won the Hon. Robert F. Julian Community &
Baseball Service Award for his range of volunteer work in and around Trumbull County (OH). For their contributions
to their respective clubs and communities, West Virginia Black Bears General Manager, Matt Drayer, won the NYPLs
Robert Stedler Executive of the Year Award; Kristin Huss, Hudson Valley Renegades Asst. GM, won the NYPLs JoAnn
Weber Female Executive/Staff Member of the Year Award; and Brad Cox, Asst. GM of the Aberdeen Iron Birds, won
the NYPLs Sam Nader Male Executive/Staff Member of the Year Award.

The New York-Penn League office staff also support their community. League President and Board Chair, Ben
Hayes, also is the President and Board Chair for New York-Penn League Charitable Foundation, Inc. He also is a member and Vice Chair of MiLBs Council of League Presidents, President and Board Vice Chair of Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge, Inc., and a member of the Board of Scubanauts International, Inc., a youth marine science education
organization. Ben volunteers significant time assisting in the rehabilitation of injured and combat wounded veterans,
and the education youth scientists, as a certified Divemaster and USCG licensed boat captain. Laurie Hayes, NYPL Administrator, volunteers her time as the bookkeeper for Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge, Inc., and as a judge in the
NYPL Foundation scholarship program.

2015 was the West Virginia Black Bears first year in the New York-Penn League, and which resulted in Black
Bears first League Championship. And, although it was their first year, the Black Bears staff contributed more than
$26,000 in financial and in-kind contributions to those in need in the Morgantown community. Beneficiaries of these
contributions include West Virginia University Childrens Hospital, Homeward Bound West Virginia, Operation Welcome Home, and Stepping Stones. With the help of players, coaches and staff, the Black Bears held a Kids Free Baseball Clinic. And, lastly, the WV Black Bears players and mascot made numerous appearances to schools and hospitals
throughout the Morgantown (WV) area.

Overall, over 1,200 organizations benefited from charitable giving of the 14 clubs comprising the New YorkPenn League in 2015. Contributions made in 2016 by the Foundation, the NYPL and its clubs was the highest amount
since the Foundations 2003 inception.

The Foundations motto: The Power of Baseball and The Power of Caring, serves as a reminder of how the
game of baseball can make a difference to the fans, friends, and communities of each home team.
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To Our Fans and Communities:
June 2016

The NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE wishes to share its 10th annual New York-Penn League Community Benefit
Report with you, our fans and communities. This 2015 Community Benefit Report is produced by New York-Penn
League Charitable Foundation, Inc., a Florida non-profit corporation & IRC 501(c)(3) charitable organization (the
Foundation). The NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE organized the Foundation in 2003 to provide focus and support for its
collective and individual charitable and community efforts.

Since 2003, the NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUEs charitable programs and initiatives have grown steadily year after
year. In 2005, the Foundation published its first Community Benefit Report. In 2015, the League raised, donated and
otherwise facilitated, the highest amount recorded in its history. The amount was just under $2 million in support of
those in need.

We are proud of the accomplishments of the Foundation, NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE, the Leagues clubs, and
their affiliations, ownership and staff. As President of the Foundation, I thank you, our fans and communities, for hosting our 14 Clubs and league office, and for your continued and generous support. We hope you enjoy this 2015 New
York-Penn League Community Benefit Report and you join us in assisting the poor, the young, and those with special
needs within our communities.
Most Sincerely,
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION, INC.,
Ben J. Hayes
President
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Aberdeen IronBirds
Ripken Stadium - Aberdeen, MD
MLB Affiliate: Baltimore Orioles
Years in the NYPL: 2002-Present
2015 Attendance: 151,758
Charitable Summary

Our unique ability to thrive in such a small market stems from our deep roots in Harford County.
Cal Ripken Jr. retired from baseball knowing that he wanted to give back to the game by bringing a
professional franchise to his hometown. So when we say that weve become a community neighbor,
we arent speaking philosophically. We were ingrained in our community long before the foundation of
Ripken Stadium was ever laid.

In 2015, we continued our support for charitable organizations in the local community through
our R.O.C.S. initiative (Ripken Outreach and Community Service), which brought together members of
our staff to contribute our time & efforts toward a different causes each month.

R.O.C.S. events include Aberdeen Boys & Girls club clean up, Home Runs for the Homeless, Habitat for Humanity, Aberdeen High tree planting and Challenger division buddy program
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Our theme nights have always been a great way to boost awareness for meaningful causes while
raising funds for organizations like Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts of America, Pathfinders for Autism, RAACE
Foundation.

We are a franchise dedicated to providing a fantastic experience to every person who passes through
our gates. We are an ownership committed to giving back to the game of baseball and to the community
that surrounds us. We are a staff that calls our fans by their first-name and treats everyone like family. The
IronBirds just finished our 14th season in Aberdeen, and with each passing year we eagerly look for more
opportunities to build meaningful relationships with the people that also call this community home.
Community Programs & Promotions

Clean-Up Day
Aberdeen High School
IronBirds and Ripken Baseball staff members went to the local Aberdeen High School for a much
needed clean-up day. While at the high school the staff performed tasks such as weeding, planting trees, trash pick-up and mulching. This was a great opportunity to give back to the community
that has given so much to the Ripken organization.
Soup Kitchen
Bel Air United Methodist Church
Aberdeen staff volunteered to serve food to families at Bel Air

United Methodist Church.
Challenger Softball
Cecil County Maryland
Aberdeen staff volunteered to help kids to special needs at

the Challender softball league in Cecil County Maryland.
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IronBirds Staff Community Involvement
In Stadium Fundraising
Kyle DeRiemer
Account Representative
Northeast Chamber
Perryville Chamber
Havre de Grace Chamber
Ryan Highlands
Boys & Girls Club

T.A.P.S.
Habitat for Humanity
Vet Tix
Monetary Donations
Harford County Chamber
Meghan Madson
Annual Fundraising & Contributions
NYPL Charitable Foundation
Gift in Kind
Tickets and Merchandise Donation
$6,300
$1,117
$2,401
$3,344
$2,000
$9,040
Aberdeen Chamber
Bel Air Chamber
Ben Reece
Cecil Co. Chamber
Monetary Donations
Gift in Kind
$13,162
$2,000
$9,040
Overall Contributions for 2015: $24,202

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Casey Park Elementary School Night
Auburn Doubledays
Falcon Park - Auburn, NY
MLB Affiliate: Washington Nationals
Years in the NYPL: 1958-1980,1982-Present
Charitable Summary

The Auburn Community Non-Profit Baseball Association, Inc. was established by local citizens in 1958 for the purpose of operating a professional baseball franchise in Auburn, NY. Since
that time, the team has been a constant presence in the community and has formed long-lasting
partnerships with schools, churches, charities, and civic organizations. The Doubledays are committed to giving back to the community through donations, public appearances, and awareness
programs at Falcon Park.
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The Auburn Doubledays partnered with Casey Park Elementary School, which is located directly behind the right field wall at Falcon Park, to encourage students to read more books. The Doubledays
rewarded all students at the school who read five books during the months of April and May with
a free ticket to Casey Park Elementary School Night with the Auburn Doubledays. Those students
were also recognized on the field prior to the game. Abner, the Doubledays mascot, attended the
schools reading rally in March to help make the official announcement.
Ed Randalls Bat for the Cure

Prostate Cancer Awareness Night
Ed Randalls Bat for the Cure came to Falcon Park on September 2, 2015.
The Doubledays utilized PA reads, signage, and live marketing on the
main concourse. A volunteer of the organization was recognized on
field prior to the game. During the game the volunteer also came on the
official Doubledays radio broadcast.
Make-A-Wish Central New York

Make-A-Wish Wednesday presented by Sugarman Law Firm
The Doubledays, Sugarman Law Firm, and Make-A-Wish hosted one

wish kid at every Wednesday home game during the season. Each wish
kid received tickets to the game, a behind the scenes tour of the ballpark that included a visit to the
clubhouse, and threw the games ceremonial first pitch.
Special Olympics
Law Enforcement Torch Run Auburn Unified Fire Truck Pull
Corrections officers from the Auburn Correctional Facility organized a fire truck pull at Falcon Park
to raise money and awareness for Special Olympics New York. Doubledays players provided encouragement and autographs for all participants at the event. Special Olympics athletes were recognized in an on-field ceremony before the Doubledays game that night.
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Community Programs & Promotions (cont.)
Doubleday Staff Community Involvement
United Way of Cayuga County

Everyday Hero presented by Michaels & Smolak
Michael Voutsinas
One community volunteer was recognized at every Doubledays home game during the season. The volunteers were selected by the United Way and received game tickets and concession
vouchers compliments of Michaels & Smolak,
a local law firm.
Hillside Childrens Center

Baseball Clinic
The Doubledays hosted a two-day baseball clinic for residents of Hillside Childrens Center, a residence for children
who have been had to leave their families for a variety of
reasons. The clinics rewarded children who exhibited good
behavior during their time at the center.
Player, Mascot, Staff Appearances
Doubledays players and coaches, team mascot Abner, and front office staff members made more
than 60 appearances throughout the community during the 2015 season. The Doubledays community outreach included visits to schools, libraries, senior living communities, and little league
fields.
Auburn YMCA
YMCA Baseball Camp
The Auburn YMCA organized a three-day baseball clinic during the summer at Falcon Park. The
clinic offered participating children the opportunity to learn baseball skills from Doubledays
players and coaches.
Geddes Little League
Volunteer Baseball Coach,
Andrew Sagarin
Leadership Cayuga Class of 2016
Paul Mullin
Volunteer
Basilica of the Sacred Heart Parish Festival

Ed Randalls Bat for a Cure
Bair Find
Player, Mascot, Staff Appearances
Hillside Childrens Center
Majorpalooza
Amateur and High School Baseball
gift in kind
Auburn Rotary Club

Make-A-Wish Central New York
Majorpalooza
Gift in Kind
Ticket & Merchandise Donations
$1,000
$1,350
$1,000
$2,000
$5,000
$4,000
$4,000
$5,000
$17,500
$26,500
14,350
$8,000

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Area Schools & Colleges
Local Speaking Events
Batavia Muckdogs
Dwyer Stadium - Batavia, NY
MLB Affiliate: Miami Marlins
Years in the NYPL: 1939 - 1953,
1957 - 1959, 1961-Present
Charitable Summary

The Muckdogs have worked hard to increase their community involvement over the past
several years. Through those efforts, the Muckdogs have been able to establish many positive
relationships within Batavia and the surrounding communities. Whether its through partnerships with charitable organizations, donations, or volunteering by the front office staff, the
Muckdogs can be found in and around the community all year round.
General Manager, Travis Sick, visited over 25 area schools and colleges to educate children about
basebal, the team, and the importance of education. He also took part in the local libraries summer
reading program by reading baseball related stories to children in elementary grades several times
throughout the summer.
Catholic Charities of WNY

50/50 Raffles
The Muckdogs partnered with the Catholic Charities of WNY and allowed them to hold a 50/50
raffle at 2 games during the 2015 season. In total, Catholic Charities of WNY was able to raise $500
for their organization.
Community Action of Orleans & Genesee

Personal Care Items Collection
The Muckdogs partnered with Community Action of Orleans and Genesee Counties to collect personal care items for needy families in the area. At 2 games during the 2015 season, any fan who
donated an item would receive a free General Admission ticket. In total, the Muckdogs were able to
help Community Action to collect over 100 personal care items.

Prostate Cancer Awareness Day
Ed Randalls Bat for the Cure visited Dwyer Stadium on June 21,
2015. The Muckdogs promoted the cause through PA annoucements, signage in the ballpark and tabling in the concourse. The
Muckdogs players wore the Bat for the Cure wristbands during
the game.
Genesee County Youth Bureau

Free Outdoor Movie
The Muckdogs, in partnership with the Genesee County Youth Bureau, offered a free evening movie at Dwyer Stadium for the entire community. Approximately 250 local families took advantage of
the event.
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Concession Donation Boxes
Local Organizations
Concession Stand Fundraisers
Hillside Family of Agencies

Baseball Clinics
National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Walk MS
The Muckdogs set up collection boxes at the concession stands. In 2015, we helped collect over
$300 for Habitat for Humanity.
In partnership with the Hillside Family of Agencies, several free baseball

clinics were organized in conjunction with Muckdogs players. The kids had
a chance to hang out with the pros, while learning the fundamentals of
baseball. After each clinic, the players signed autographs, had a questions
and answer period, and ate lunch with all participants and staff.
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation

Autographed Baseball Raffles
Throughout the season, the Muckdogs raffled off baseballs autographed

by current and former MLB players, with all proceeds being donated to the
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation. In total, the Muckdogs were able to raise just
over $1,500.
Little Leagues
Stars of the Game
At each home game, the Muckdogs invite both Little League and Softball teams into the dugout
before the game. Each player and coach was given complimentary tickets to the ballgame. The
players are also announced by name with our players during the starting line-up and stand with
the Muckdogs during the signing of the National Anthem.
Mission S.T.A.R.S.
Care Package Collection
The Muckdogs partnered with a local school program called Mission S.T.A.R.S. (Students Taking
Action to Recognize Soliders) to collect care packages to be sent to military personnel in Afghanistan. The students were looking to send items that are hard to find in a combat zone. That includes
games, personal hygiene products, writing materials, reading materials, snacks and canned foods.
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During the 2015 season, the Muckdogs local non-profits to work in the concession stand at Dywer
Stadium to earn a portion of their sales from that night.
The Muckdogs and Dwyer Stadium served as the registration and start/finish spot for the Batavia
MS Walk in May of 2015. We also hosted their kick-off event before the MS Walk.
Salvation Army
Christmas Kettle Drive
The Muckdogs staff took part in the Salvation Army Christmas

Kettle Drive that helped raise funds for families in need during the
Holidays.
United Way
United Way Day of Caring
The Muckdogs hosted the kick-off event at Dwyer Stadium for the
United Ways Day of Caring in the Spring of 2015.
Mascot/Player Apperances
The Muckdogs players and mascot are available for non-profit organizations free of charge. In total,
the players made over 20 appearances this summer. They also visited a local pre-school for migrant
families several times throughout the summer. Our mascot, Homer, made over 75 appearances
throughout the year.
Volunteers for Animals

Bark in the Park
At the Muckdogs invited our local Volunteers for Animals to attend our annual Bark in the Park
event. They were on hand with dogs that were currently up for adoption and tables that the community could drop off any of the items that were on their wish list, such as dry kitten food, wet
canned dog food, cat litter, dog collars and leashes, paper towels and jars of peanut butter.Local
Schol Children
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Muckdogs Staff Community Involvement
Hit the Books Reading Program
Travis Sick, General Manager
The Muckdogs developed a reading program where children could earn free tickets to Muckdogs
games by reading books. As part of this program, the Muckdogs provided various schools and
libraries across local counties with customized bookmarks. On the back of these bookmarks, children had a parent, guardian, teacher, or librarian initial each time they complete a book. When a
child completed 10 books, they redeemed their bookmark at the Dwyer Stadium box office for a
free ticket. If a child read 20 books, they were entered into a drawing to win autographed memorabilia, opportunities to throw out a first pitch at a Muckdogs game and other great prizes.
Kiwanis Club of Batavia

Member
Genesee County Chamber of Commerce
Tourism Committee
GCASA
Business/Media Committee
Meals on Wheels
Volunteer

The BairFind Foundation
Ed Randalls Bat for a Cure
Hillside Family of Agencies
Catholic Charities of WNY
Batavia Muckdogs Booster Club
Batavia High School Cross Country
Juvenile Diabetes Foundation
Gift in kind
Batavia Minor League Baseball

Batavia Little League Baseball
Center of Hope - Batavia VA
Monetary Donations
Gift in Kind
Monetary Donations
Ticket and Merchandise Donations
$1,000
$800
$1,000
$300
$750
$300
$500
$6,000
$500
$1,500
$250
$250
$500
$2,800
$9,850
$1,000
$9,500

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Brooklyn Cyclones
MCU Park - Brooklyn, NY
MLB Affiliate: New York Mets
Charitable Summary

The Brooklyn Cyclones are committed to establishing and maintaining positive relationships with neighboring communities. This organization has developed several programs that
benefit the people in those communities. With Coney Island on the brink of major changes, these
relationships are more important than ever. In 2015 the Brooklyn Cyclones received the Vincent
McNamara Outstanding Club Award, and the Leo Pinckney Outstanding Promotion Award. In
addition for the second consecutive year the Brooklyn Cyclones was also awarded with Minor
League Baseballs Promotion of the Year, this time for their Ambush Baseball event. This season,
the Cyclones were also nominated for Best Theme Night for the Impractical Jokers take over MCU
Park, and Saved by the Bell Night, as well as best in-between inning contest for Running Errands for Mr. Pitt during Seinfeld Night 2. Minor League Baseball is filled with some of the best
and brightest in the sports industry, said Cyclones Vice President Steve Cohen.
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So being recognized by our peers for our promotional efforts is something that we are incredibly proud of. Plus, the fact that we have been fortunate enough to win overall promotion of the
year in back-to-back years is truly a reflection of the hard work and dedication of our entire front
office staff.

Mayors Alliance for NYCs Animals and Purina Dog Chow
Bark in the Park
On August 24th fans were invited to bring their dogs to MCU Park to enjoy a day of baseball with
their special four legged friend. Bark in the Park Night was sponsored by the Mayors Alliance for
NYCs Animals and Purina Dog Chow. Owners and their dogs were able to sit in the bleacher section behind right field. Food and water stations were provided for
the dogs. And just in case you didnt have a special canine to join
you, a dog adoption van was located on Surf Avenue in front of the
ballpark along with a microchipping station.
ALS
GM Runs New York City Marathon
Kevin Mahoney, the General Manager for the Brooklyn Cyclones,

rigorously trained this past season for the 2015 New York City Marathon. Every morning during the 2015 season, before coming to
work, Kevin ran miles and raised money for ALS. Kevin raised $3,645
for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis research.
American Cancer Society

Relay for Life
On July 19th the Brooklyn Cyclones were able to give back to the
American Cancer Society as they wore special Relay for Life Jerseys. The Jerseys featured a purple
ribbon with the names of people who were affected by cancer, written on each jersey. To add a
loved ones name on was a donation of $75, and there were 75 spots to fill.
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Answer the Call: New York Police & Fire Widows & Children Benefit Fund
Celebrity/Civil Servants All-Star Challenge
Coney Island Autism Angels

Coney Island Autism Angels Fundraiser
On Wednesday August 19th the Brooklyn Cyclones hosted a Celebrity/Civil Servants All-Star Challenge. WWE Superstars, Mets Hall of Famer John Franco, Greg Kelly & Rosanna Scotto (the hosts of
Good Day New York) joined members of the FDNY, NYPD and many others. The Cyclones along with
Municipal Credit Union were able to donate $5,000, which went to the Answer the Call: New York
Police & Fire Widows & Children Benefit Fund. The mission of the New York Police and Fire Widows
and Childrens Benefit Fund is to support the families of New York City Police Officers, Firefighters,
Port Authority Police, and EMS Personnel who have been killed in the line of duty.
NYU Lutheran Medical Center

Toy Donation
On December 23rd NYU Lutheran Medical Center was in for a

treat. The Brooklyn Cyclones Staff decided to do things a little different this Holiday Season, instead of the usual office Secret Santa, toys were purchased and donated to NYU Lutheran Pediatric
Center/Childrens Clinic. Staff Members along with Sandy the Segal and Santa Clause took a trip over to distribute the toys, from
waiting rooms, to making bed side visits, its the smiles on the
childrens faces that were priceless. The gifts that were donated
meant much more to the kids than any gift we would have received in our Secret Santa.
College/High School Students

Brooklyn Cyclones Internship Program
The Cyclones hire students for the season long internships from
high school or college who are interested are interested in perusing a career in the sports industry.
Interns are compensated and have the opportunity to accrue school credits where applicable. In
2015 the Cyclones had an internship staff of 20 who got a chance to see firsthand and participate
in inner workings of a professional baseball team.
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On July 14th Coney Island Autism Angels held a fundraiser at MCU Park. They played against Team
Treyger, our local Councilman; which included his staff members of the 60th Precinct.
Dream Factory and Frankies Mission

Cyclone for a Day
With open arms the Brooklyn Cyclones signed two new player to their roaster (for a day.) The Cyclone for a Day program honors one special child who has overcome a tough struggle or battle The
day consist of a Pre-Game Press Conference, a jersey with their name on the back, to take part of
batting practice with the team, being on the field for the national anthem, and on field promotions.
This year we had one special boy who is currently fighting the cancer battle. We also had one boy
who is a pediatric cancer survivor. Both boys enjoyed every minute of it, the smiles on their face
was so rewarding.
Fort Hamilton Army Base

Fort Hamilton Army Base Baseball Clinic
On August 26th children of the Fort Hamilton Army Base Community were able to take part in a
Baseball Clinic. Players from the Brooklyn Cyclones took a trip to Bay Ridge, to the Fort Hamilton
Army Base were the kids were able to enjoy an afternoon of baseball. Players were assigned stations such as batting, pitching, fielding, and several more for kids to pick up the skills that our C
clones Players have.
Girl Scouts of America

Girl Scout Night
Local troops of Girl Scouts were given the opportunity after a regular season game to sleep on the
field. Scouts set up their tents and sleeping bags and watched movies on the video board. Each
scout that participated earned a special Girl Scout/Brooklyn Cyclone patch. Previous to the game
the top individual Girl Scout Cookie seller was honored with a ceremonial first pitch.
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Local Area Kid

Annual Generation Gap Soap Box Derby
Local Area Little Leagues

Ambush Baseball
The Cyclones sponsored and took part in racing around Kaiser Park the -annual Coney Island Generation Gap Soap Box Derby! Twenty teams of kids including drivers and pushers will competed for
prizes in three categories: Speed, Design and Camaraderie. The Cyclones sponsored the event and
had a car in the race decked out in Cyclones memorabilia.
Local Area Kids

MCU Youth Clinics
The Brooklyn Cyclones hosted 4 Pre Game Baseball Clinics inviting out 100 kids who received tickets with their families to watch that evenings game. The children were greeted by NY Mets Hall
of Famer John Franco and then led onto the field where they took part in a 5 Station clinic which
included, Fielding, Pitching, Throwing, Mechanics of Hitting and base running.
Local Area Schools

Diamond Dream Tours
MCU Park opens its gates to students, as an educational tour program, designed to use baseball as
a learning tool and turn the ballpark into an interactive classroom. Students get to create memories
that last a lifetime as they go into the locker rooms, onto the field, and other hidden spots in the
stadium. Over the past year the Brooklyn Cyclones were visited by approximately 5,000 students.
Boy Scouts
Boy Scout Sleep Over
Local troops of Boy Scouts were given the opportunity after a regular season game to sleep on
the field. Scouts set up their tents and sleeping bags and watched movies on the video board.
Each scout that participated earned a special Boy Scout/Brooklyn Cyclone patch and $1 from every
ticket sold through the boy scouts went to benefit Friends of Scouting.
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To kick off the Cyclones 15th Season we partnered with a local Little League to surprise two teams
in a BIG WAY. It was called Ambush Baseball. Two teams arrived at their normal field for one last
game, little did they know they were going to relocate to MCU Park. There was a bus waiting that
drove both teams to the ballpark, where a few hundred friends and family members were waiting
for their arrival. The locker rooms were setup with their nametags and special jerseys, they had
video board head shots, and their own at-bat music. It was a night they will never forget. Ambush
Baseball also won the following awards: MiLB Promo of the Year, 2015 MiLB Promo Seminar Best
Non Game Day Event, and Ballpark Digest 2015 Promo of the Year.
Local Area School

Anti-Bullying Night
On June 23rd MCU Park hosted an Anti-Bullying Night with a pre-game performance from antibullying activist Malcom Wicks. He was also joined by dancers from David A. Boody Junior High
School. The event was formed in collaboration with Bridg-It, creators of a new online application
that provides schools, teachers, parents, and students with tools to battle bullying. MetroPlus
Heath care was involved with also providing anti- bully video along with tabling on the concourse
distributing anti-bullying information and giveaways. The night was a huge success for the kids
and their families.
New York Penn League Charitable Foundation

Charity Golf Outing
In 2015, the Brooklyn Cyclones teamed up with the New York Penn League Charitable Foundation
for the 9th annual Brooklyn Baseball Charity Golf Outing. This years event had over 100 participants and raised about $7,500 that went to the charitable foundation that helps young students
with their academic ventures through scholarship programs.
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STRIKE Program
Jerseys off the Back
Veterans Hospital
Trip to the Veterans Hospital
During several games this season the Brooklyn Cyclones raffled jerseys directly off the players
backs. Money raised was used in our STRIKE Program to help
fund local little leagues and other worthy charitable organizations. This years Jersey Off the Back featured our Saved by
the Bell Jersey, Seinfeld Night Jersey, Nickelodeon Jersey, Sidd
Finch Jersey, and our Relay for Life Jersey. The proceeds for our
Relay for Life Jersey went to the American Cancer Society.
Mascot Appearances
Sandy the Seagull and PeeWee, our beloved mascots, have

been seen all over Brooklyn, Long Island, Manhattan and
Queens. From walking against numerous diseases or in memory of some amazing people to visiting local hospitals and
schools Sandy and PeeWee are easily recognizable faces within the community.
To help prepare for our Military Appreciation Night 6 of our Cyclones Players made a trip to the VA
Hospital to pay some patients a visit. Our players went from room to room and hung out on several
floors of the hospital. They signed autographs, took pictures, and gave out some giveaways.
Ticket Donations
The Cyclones work with various organizations by donating tickets to games. Nearly $90,000 in tickets were donated in 2015 to groups in the area .These tickets were either used by the group members to attend a game together, or used for fundraising purposes at organizational functions and
raffles.
YMCA of Greater NY
Take Your Base
Annual 5K Run to Benefit the YMCA of Greater NY. Nearly 500

people participated helping to raise over $12,500.
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Cyclones Staff Community Involvement

Guy Zoda (AKA King Henry)
Community Outreach & Promotions
Senior Member (Community & Hospital Outreach)

Member
Board of Directors/
Chairman of the Childrens Holiday Party
Thomas Cardona
Account Executive
Volunteer
Steve Cohen
Vice President
Lead Partner
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Greg Conway
Ticket Operations Manager
Volunteer
Kaitlyn Coufal
Marketing Manager
Member
Craig Coughlin
Premiums Manager
Volunteer
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Cyclones Staff Community Involvement cont.
New York Clown Alley

School Leadership Team (SLT)
for NYC DOE Marsh Ave School
Bensonhurst/
Bay Ridge Kiwanis Club of Brooklyn
Frozen Ropes Syosset
High School Sports Management

Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
You Gotta Believe
Steven Petillo Field Of Dreams Foundation
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Brooklyn Half Marathon
Thomas Cox
Account Executive
Volunteer
Volunteer
Billy Harner
Director of Media Relations
Volunteer
Volunteer
Coach
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Nicole Kneessy
Account Executive
Member
Volunteer
Sharon Lundy
Administrative Assistant
Member
Member
Kevin Mahoney
General Manager
Board of Directors
President
Board of Directors
Northport Little League

Long Island Surge Softball Organization
Jimmy V. Foundation
Coaches vs. Cancer
St. Anslem Youth Activities
Scott Bart Memorial Scholarship Fund
Bill Harner Memorial Fund
BNI
Coney Island Alliance
Kiwanis International
Brighton Beach, Coney Island, Mapleton
Knights of Columbus #1251

Ancient Order of Hibernians
Oceanside Youth Softball
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Cyclones Staff Community Involvement cont.

Gary Perone
Assistant General Manager
President
Board Member
President
President
Advisor
Board of Directors
Member
Gabrielle Spinelli
Program Coordinator
Volunteer
Volunteer
Member
Ricky Viola
Account Executive
Third Degree Knight

Monetary Donations
NYC Varsity League

GNYSAA
Greater N.Y. Sandlot Alliance
NYC All Star Sports Group
MLB RBI
N.Y. Professional Scouts Foundation
Minor League Baseball Diversity Board
Frankies Mission
PO Chris Hoban Memorial 5- Mile Run.
St. Francis College Alumni Board
Knights of Columbus

Coney Island USA
Grove Little League Field of Dreams
Greater NY Sandlot Athletic Alliance
HeartShare Human Services NY
Greater New York Councils, BSA
Good Shepard Sports
Coney Island YMCA
Community Mayors Childrens Fund
CAMBA
Brooklyn Chamber of Commerce
Bonnie Youth Club
American Heart Association
Alliance for Coney Island, INC.
Kiwanis Pediatric Trauma Center Foundation
Bay Ridge Saint Patricks Parade
Source Interlink Media
Marine Corps League
Dime Savings Bank
YMCA Greater NY
Visions
78th Precinct Youth Council
$1,620
$800
$150
$920
$3,000
$250
$500
$250
$590
$500
$3,000
$150
$200
$2,860
$200
$300
$1,000
$150
$300
$12,772
$500
$2,500
Tic Top Stop

Shore Front Democratic Club
Reaching Out Community Service
Pietrosfight.org
Our Lady of Solace Church
OLS Athletic League
Oceanside Fastpitch
OMalley Irish Dance Academy
NYU Medical Center
Toys for Tots
$7,500
$100
$125
$300
$150
$400
$450
$60
$1,000
$750
Local Area School FUNdraising
Strike Raffle
Knights of Pythias 50/50
$60,000
$60,000
$3,000
Gift In Kind
Merchandise Donation
Ticker Donation
Monetary Donations
Gift in Kind
$18,500
$90,000
$123,000
$43,347
$108,500
Overall Contributions for 2015:

$274,847
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2015 Southeastern CT Relay for Life
Connecticut Tigers
Dodd Stadium - Norwich, CT
MLB Affiliate: Detroit Tigers
For the fifth straight year the Tigers donated the use of Dodd Stadium for the Southeastern Connecticut Relay For
Life. This collaboration between The American Cancer Society and the Tigers celebrated the lives of people who
have battled cancer, remembered loved ones lost, and helped fight back against the disease.
At the event, teams of people camped out overnight and took turns walking or running around the concourse at
Dodd Stadium. Each of the teams that participated had a representative on the track at all times during the overnight event. In addition to the relay, there were musical performances, and numerous other fun activities for the
attendees to take part in. A large basket raffle also helped raise funds for a very good cause! In total, the event was
able to raise $113,586 for the American Cancer Society to help fund research in the fight to cure cancer!
American Red Cross

Blood Drives
Charitable Summary
The Connecticut Tigers take great pride in giving back to the community that supports the ballclub. In
2015, a record number of fans came to Dodd Stadium once again as the community continues to rally around
the Tigers and all the fun, exciting, and philanthropic events taking place at the stadium. The Tigers set new
records for total attendance as well as average attendance for the third consecutive season.

Since arriving in 2010, the Tigers have made it their mission to turn Dodd Stadium into a community
gathering place for much more than just baseball. The Tigers were proud to host a number of charitable events
including the Southeastern CT Relay for Life, Panera Bread/CT Sports Foundation Spook-A-Thon, and more.

2015 saw the Third Annual Travis Brennan Heart & Hustle Award presented to two deserving winners;
one a CT Tigers outfielder noted for playing the game the right way, and a local girl with a heart of gold. The
award is in the name of and reflects the character of former CT Tigers Clubhouse Manager Travis Brennan, who
passed away during the early spring of 2013.

The Tigers are proud to be a valuable member of the Southeastern Connecticut community and continue to seek out ways to lend a hand and make a difference.
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The Tigers and the American Red Cross once again teamed up in 2015 to present Blood Drives at Dodd Stadium
prior to three Tigers home games. Fans had the opportunity to donate blood beginning at 1 pm at Dodd Stadium.
All fans that donated blood received a free ticket to that nights game courtesy of the American Red Cross.
Southeastern CT Families
Family Fun Day
The Tigers teamed up with the Norwich Bulletin in 2015 to create Family Fun Day at Dodd Stadium. The goal was to create a full day of fun at a
very affordable cost for families in the region. Prior to the start of a Sunday
home game, families were invited to spend the afternoon at the stadium
with games and activities for all ages on the concourse. Prizes were drawn
throughout the event, with the grand prize winner receiving a $1,000
scholarship courtesy of The Harp & Dragon and Shop Rite in Norwich!
Barnum Financial Foundation For Life

Bike Donation Event
The Barnum Financial Groups Foundation For Life and the Tigers collaborated during the 2015 season to provide
new bicycles and helmets to underserved young people in Southeastern CT. Through the program, 30 children
were brought to Dodd Stadium prior to the game on August 2nd to receive brand new bikes (with no cost to the
families) on the field before the game. Following an on-field ceremony before each game, all kids and their families
enjoyed an afternoon of baseball.
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BBB Military Line Family Scholarship
CT Tigers Community Food Bank

2015 Parking Fees Donation
Military Appreciation Night Jersey Auction

With so many strong ties to the military surrounding Southeastern Connecticut, the Tigers are very active in supporting the military community. The 2015 Military Appreciation Night was sponsored for the third straight year by
The Better Business Bureau and its Military Line. As part of this years festivities the Tigers wore special military uniform themed jerseys during that nights game. Throughout the night the jerseys were put up for bid in a silent auction. The proceeds went towards a scholarship for a military family through the BBB Military Line. The total amount
collected in bids was $2,977 and every player and coachs jersey was sold!
Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern CT

Star Wars Night Launch-A-Ball
As part of the first Star Wars Night at Dodd Stadium for the Tigers, the club teamed up with the Boys & Girls Club
of Southeastern CT to hold a post-game launch-a-ball. Fans were given the opportunity to purchase tennis balls
throughout the game to be thrown at targets on the field for the chance to win great Star Wars themedprizes! 100%
of the proceeds from tennis ball sales went to the Boys & Girls Club. At the end of the night, the Tigers were able to
donate $500 to the organization.
CT Adolescent Leadership & Learning Institute

Fun Run
The Tigers teamed up with ALLI for their first annual Fun Run at Dodd Stadium. ALLI works to engage peers and
adults on how to keep our region sober from substance abuse and making smart decisions for our futures. A track
was developed with challenges and splashes of color that used the outside and inside of the stadium. The proceeds
of the event went towards the annual cost of ALLI initiatives and supporting local substance abuse prevention efforts in Southeastern CT. In total $2,500 was raised that the event!
CT Easter Seals Goodwill Industries

CT Summer Reading Rocks 2015
At the final home game of 2015, the Tigers teamed up with Mohegan Sun and 97.7 WCTY to present the opportunity for families to get a free child ticket to the game when they brought a new or used book to donate. Each book
donated also got the donator a raffle ticket to win a pair of tickets to any concert of their choice at Mohegan Sun. An
additional raffle ticket was given the book was on the Governors Summer Reading list or if the child dressed up to
match the them of the Governors Summer Reading Challenge, which was Every Hero Has a Story. Over 500 books
in total were collected and were donated to the Connecticut Easter Seals Goodwill Industries to be distributed.
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Each season the Connecticut Tigers donate a portion of the total amount collected in parking fees to the CT Tigers
Community Food Bank, a regional food bank that helps provide meals to those less fortunate. This season $5,903
was donated.
Senior Resources Agency on Aging

Launch-A-Ball Nights
During the 2015 season the Tigers teamed up with the Senior Resources Agency on Aging for four post-game
launcha-ball contests. The organization is involved at the federal, state, and local level in working to enhance the
quality of life for older persons through legislative advocation and increasing public awareness of senior issues.
Throughout each game fans were given the opportunity to purchase tennis balls to be thrown at targets on the
field for the chance to win great prizes. 100% of the proceeds from each launch-a-ball was donated to the organization. In total, $888 was raised.
Ed Randalls Bat For The Cure

Prostate Cancer Awareness Night
For the 6th season, the Tigers hosted Ed Randalls Bat For The Cure at Dodd Stadium. The night is promoted as
Prostate Cancer Awareness Night online, in print, and over the radio. This year, the Tigers hosted the event twice, on
July 1 and August 27. The Tigers players wore light blue wristbands in support and fans had the opportunity to visit
an informational table on the concourse where they also had the chance to enter a raffle to win a team signed bat!
Informational PSA videos were also displayed on the video board throughout the night. The Tigers are proud to
work with Ed Randall and his program annually to help strike out prostate cancer!
Local Military Heroes

CT Military All-Stars
The Tigers team teamed up with the Better Business Bureau to present the
second annual CT Military All-Stars program in 2015. Fans had the opportunity to submit their nomination for a military member with a tie to the State
of Connecticut. From these nominations, a panel of judges selected nine to
be honored at the annual Military Appreciation Night. The first 1,000 fans
through the gates received a baseball card set honoring these heroes and a
special pre-game ceremony introduced them to the crowd. The Tigers were
extremely pleased to be able to honor these true heroes.
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Make-A-Wish Foundation
Travis Brennan Heart & Hustle Award
Yantic Volunteer Fire Engine Co.

First Responder Night
In 2013 the Tigers and the Norwich Bulletin began a new tradition with the annual Travis Brennan Heart & Hustle
Award. Travis Brennan was the Tigers Clubhouse Manager for two season before passing away prior to the 2013
season. Travis was universally loved and respected and the Tigers felt it necessary to have his name live on at Dodd
Stadium for years to come. Each season fans will have the opportunity to vote for the Tigers player that best
exemplifies Heart & Hustle both on the field and in the community. Fans are able to vote online and a second award
is presented annually to a child in the community that exemplifies these same characteristics. The 2015 winners
were Joey Havrilak (Tigers) and Nalyce Dudley (Community).
Norwich Police Sergeant Ed Peckham

First Responder Night
As part of the first annual First Responder Night at Dodd Stadium, the Tigers signed Norwich Police Sergeant Ed
Peckham to a one-day ceremonial contract. Peckham had been battling cancer throughout 2015. With his son EJ
serving as his agent, Peckham signed his contract at a press conference held at Dodd Stadium on July 30th in
advance of his on-field debut on July 31st. EJ and Ed suited up for batting practice with the team prior to spending
the game in the dugout on July 31st.
As part of the first annual First Responders Night at Dodd Stadium, the Tigers made a monetary donation of $1,500
to the Yantic Fire Engine Co., which is a volunteer fire department that helps protect and serve the area surrounding
Dodd Stadium. The Tigers, in keeping with the theme of the night, wanted to thank the volunteers for their service
in protecting Norwich and hope the donation will help make their jobs and lives easier.
CT Sports Foundation
Fifth Annual Spook-A-Thon
The Connecticut Tigers and Panera Bread teamed up for the fifth straight year to present the Panera Break SpookAThon at Dodd Stadium, benefiting the Backus Hospital Breast & Cancer Centers through the Connecticut Sports
Foundation. Throughout the day there was a Family Costume Walk, haunted clubhouse and dugout, costume
contests, inflatable games, and much more. The proceeds totaled $22,500 and went to the Connecticut Sports
Foundation, which was created by former Major Leaguer Jon Ellis to help the lives of families with children battling cancer. Through the CT Sports Foundation, the money raised at this event will be used to help patients of the
Backus Hospital Breast and Cancer Centers.
Robertos Kids
Equipment Donation Facilitation
Since 2010 the Connecticut Tigers have been a facility for the collection and storage of new and used baseball
equipment for Robertos Kids, an organization affiliated with the Roberto Clemente Foundation. The equipment is
then sent to Latin American countries to be used by those in need, to help grow the game of baseball!
Veteran Tickets Foundation

Weekend Ticket Donation
The Connecticut Tigers partnered for the second year with the Veteran Tickets Foundation in 2015. The Tigers
donated four premium tickets to each Friday, Saturday, and Sunday game at Dodd Stadium. Through the Veteran
Tickets Foundation, local military (either current or past), were able to take in a Tigers game at no cost. The program
furthered the teams commitment to honoring those that serve our country. The value of tickets donated was $840.
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Tigers Staff Community Involvement
Dave Schermerhorn
Committee Member
Committee Member
Eric Knighton
Vice President & General Manager
Co-Chair
Brent Southworth
Director of Sales
Volunteer Instructor
Coach/Volunteer
General Manager
Volunteer Coach
Committee Member
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Brad Favreau
Director of Business Development
Easter Seals Walk Advisory Board

With Me
Hall of Fame
Committee
Member
Norwich Free
Academy Business Club
Norwich Little League
Norwich American
Legion Baseball
Montville High
School Baseball
Norwich Fireworks
Committee
Southeastern CT
Relay For Life
Panera Bread/CT
Sports Foundation
Spook-A-Thon
Regional
Community YMCA
Woodstock
Academy Alumni
Northeast CT Chamber
of Commerce
Membership Committee
Putnam Business
Association
Coach
NECONN Soccer Club
Board of Directors
Woodstock Little League
Advisory Board
Woodstock Academy
Athletics
Director,
Central MA
Hockey Operations
Outlaws Hockey Club
Coach
Woodstock Academy
Softball
Gift in kind
Ed Randalls Bat for a Cure (Theme Night Donation)

Naval Submarine Base New London (Season Tickets Donation)
Naval Submarine Base New London (Busing To Military Appreciation Night)
The BairFind Foundation- (Concourse Signage)
Tickets & Merchandise Donations
Veteran Tickets Foundation (Weekend Ticket Donation)
Southeastern CT Adolescent Leadership & Learning Insitute- Fun Run

Senior Resources Agency- Launch-A-Ball Nights
BBB Military Line- Military Night Jersey Auction
Connecticut Sports Foundation-2015 Spook-AThon
Various Local Organizations-Ticket Fundraiser Program
Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern CT- Star Wars Night Launch-A-Ball
American Cancer Society-Southeastern CT Relay For Life
Monetary Donations
Mayors Pantry Regional Food Bank

Yantic Volunteer Fire Engine Co.
Gift in Kind
Monetary Donations
$2,500
$1,300
$1,000
$1,250
$33,340
$840
$2,500
$888
$2,977
$22,500
$37,250
$500
$113,586
$5,903
$1,500
$40,230
$180,201
$7,403

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Guns N Hoses
Hometown Heros 9/11 All-Star Tribute Game

Dutchess Stadium - Fishkill, NY
MLB Affiliate: Tampa Bay Rays
Charitable Summary

This year marked the 22nd season of the Hudson Valley Renegades providing an unique experience for fans throughout the Hudson Valley. The Renegades have worked diligently over the
past 22 seasons to create a positive, strong relationship within the Hudson Valley Community. Our
organization recognizes what it means to give back, and is grateful to be in a position to give to
those who improve the quality of life throughout our community. While creating a family fun environment at the stadium, the front office staff has committed to our community outreach programs
and formed strong relationships with local organizations that are committed to building a positive
change in our youth, their families and the entire Hudson Valley community.
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Holiday Party & Toy Drive
Fans gathered at Dutchess Stadium on September 11th to

honor our heroes for the Hometown Heroes, 9/11 All-Star
Tribute Game as the Military All-Stars took on the Bravest &
Finest. The goal of this event is to bring the community together and to remember those that we lost on September 11,
2001.
Every Holiday season the Renegades host a Holiday Party & Toy Drive
with Santa, Mrs. Claus and Santas singing elf. Fans get to enjoy complimentary treats as well as take their photos with Santa. The event is free
of charge as we ask fans to donate an item to our Toy Drive.
Hudson Valley Renegades, Marist College & Army Athletics

Hudson Valley Baseball Classic (Army vs. Marist)
Every year the Hudson Valley Renegades host the Hudson Valley Baseball Classic between the Black Knights of West Point vs. the Red Foxes of
Marist College. The event is free to the public including a free pre-game
baseball clinic taught by the players and coaches of
both college ball clubs. Fans were also able to enjoy fireworks after the conclusion of the game.
Pitch for Kids

Kickball Tournament
The Renegades Pitch for Kids Fun rekindled the favorite schoolyard game at
the annual Pitch for Kids Kickball Tournament. Over 20 teams participated in
an elimination round tournament where one team was named the Kickball
Champions. All proceeds benefited the Renegades Pitch for Kids Fund.
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Renegades Staff Community Involvement
Renegades Staff Community Involvement
Eben Yager
Senior Vice President/General Manager
Vicky DeFreese
Director of Business Operations
Dave Neff
Manager of New Business Development
Marketing
Committee Member
Chair
Gala Committee
Board Member
Tom Hubmaster
Director of Stadium Events
Coach
Coach
Comittee
Member
Coach
Dutchess County Regional

Chamber of Commerce
United Way of Dutchess
& Orange Counties
New York Blood Center
LIttle Doctors Program
High Point Travel Baseball

Branchuitte Bombers Wrestling
Guns & Hoses Association
Spring High Point Travel
Rick Zolzer
Vice President
Volunteer Reader
Chairman of the Board
Joe Ausanio
Director of Baseball Operations
Condo Association Board
Instructor
Head Softball Coach
Tim Merante
Head Groundskeeper
Volunteer Reader
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Volunteer
Volunteer
Sean Kammerer
Director of Promotions
Member
Step into Spring
Committee Member
Kristen Huss
Golf Chair
Glenham Elementary
School
Pitch for Kids Fund
Twins Maples
Condo Association
Private Baseball/
Softball Instructor
Marist College
Glenham Elementary
School
Advisory Committee
Non-Voting Associate
Board Member
Board Member
Loaned Executive
Church of the Good

Shepard Soup Kitchen
Juvenile Diabetes
Research Foundation
Beautiful People
Dan Horne
Account Executive
Leadership Dutchess
Rebuilding Together
Duchess County
Hudson Valley
Young Professionals
Camber Foundation
Duchess County Tourism
Rebuilding Together
Duchess County
United Way
American Red Cross

Pitch For Kids
Abilities First
Glenham Elementary
School
Board Member
Hudson Valley Young
Professionals
Glenham Elementary
School
Volunteer Reader
Bob Outer
Community Relations Specialist
Member
Member
Board Member
Board Member
Member
Board Member
Board Chair
Founder
Race Day Volunteer
2nd Vice-Chair/Secretary
Member
Corinne Adams
Director of Marketing & Communication
Gala Committee Member
Volunteer
Gala Committee Member
Volunteer Reader
Member
The Greater MahopacCarmel Chamber of Commerece
Chris Winslow
New Business Development Associate
Board Member
Kasey Commander
Ticket Sales & Marketing Executive
Member
Beacon Recreation
Commission
Chamber of Commerce
Beacon City Schools
Arts and Education
Mt. Gulian Historic Site
Chamber of Commerce
Spirit of Beacon
Salvations Army Beacon
Exchange Club of
Southern Dutchess
Vassar College Halloween

5k Fun Run
New Paltz Regional
Chamber of Commerce
Hudson Valley Young
Professionals of New Paltz
New Paltz Challenge
1/2 Marathon & 5k
Hudson Valley Young

Professionals
Casey Vecchio
Ticket Sales & Marketing Executive
Member
Member
Hudson Valley Young

Professionals
Hudson Valley Young
Professionals Fundraising
Sub Committee
Breven Zimmerman
Merchandise/Food & Beverage Assistant
Volunteer Reader
Glenham Elementary
School
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Gifts in Kind
Rosary Altar Society

$240
Cortlandt American
Little League
$240
Central Valley Elementary
$240
Dutchess Chamber of Comm.
$240
March of Dimes
$240
Parents Club of West Point
$240
Cub Scout Pack 30
$240
Scotchtown Ave. School
$240
Boy Scouts of America,
Troop 78
$480
Central Orange Sunrise
(Chester) Rotary Club
$120
Croft Corners Fire Comp.
$240
Mahopac Sports Assoc.
$240
Dutchess ARC
$240
Cub Scout Pack 53
Putnum Valley
$240
Laurel Plains Elementary
$240
Vassar College Office of Alumnae/
Affairs and Development
$240
School of Saint Gregory
Barbarigo $240
Regina Coeli Church
$240
Cub Scout Pack 45
$240
Wappingers Lodge 2609
$240
Girl Scout Troop 1271
$240
Tony Cappillino Memorial
Golf Tournament
$240
Bloomingburg Fire Co. #1
$240
Temple Hill Academy
$240
Kelly Oster School of
Irish Dance
$250
Otisville Elementary PTO
$240
West Sayville Christian School
$240
Wallkill Little League
$240
MS Society
$240
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Leukemia & Lymphoma Society $400

Family Services
$240
E. Fishkill Baseball Assoc.
$250
Cornwall Central Mid. School
$240
Pleasantville Childrens
Center $160
Wappingers Crew Club
$240
Sussex Wantage Little League
$240
American Red Cross of the
Mid Hudson Valley
$250
Town of Ellenville
$250
Hudson Valley Boy Scouts
$240
Minisink Valley High School
Project Graduation
$240
Ostrander Elementary School
$120
Brookfield Softball Baseball
Association $240
Austin Road Elementary
$240
Wappingers Crew Club
$240
Holy Trinity School
$240
Boy Scouts of Am. Pack 1
$240
Oak Lane Child Care
$240
Monrow Woodbury Elem.
$240
Pearl River High School
$240
Mamaroneck Ave. School
$240
Meadow Pond Elem. Sch.
$240
Girl Scouts Heart of
the Hudson
$250
SS Seward Institute PTSA
$240
Wappingers Ladies of the
Elks Lodge No. 2609
$240
Paramus Catholic High Sch.
$240
Cairo-Durham Little Leag.
$240
Fox Lane High School
$240
Nanas Child Care Center
$240
All Saints Catholic Home
School Association
$240
Putnum Co. Land Trust
$240
Annual Fundraising & Contributions (cont.)

Consolidated School PTO
$240
Minisink Valley High School
Teachers Association
$240
Lakeland Education Fnd.
$240
Family Services
$240
Sanfordville Elem. PTA
$240
Hawk Meadow
Montessori School
$240
Midstreams School PTO
$240
Highland Falls Fire
Department Auxiliary
$240
Relay for Life
$240
CASA for the Children of
Bergen County
$240
Paw Safe Animal Rescue
$240
Kinnelon High School
Baseball Booster Club
$240
Minisink Valley Teachers
Association $240
Autism Society of the
Hudson Valley
$240
Transfiguration School
$240
Church St. Community Ltd
$240
Newburgh Rowing Club
$240
Church of the Holy Spirit
$240
Make A Wish
$240
Dutchess County Fam. Services $240
Bayonne Youth Football & Cheer $120
Dutchess County SPCA
$240
Pleasant Valley Cooperative
Nursery School
$240
St Patricks Schol
$240
Mary E. Dardess Chatham PTA
$240
The School of St. Gregory
Barbarigo $240
Fulmar Road Elementary
$240
American RSDHope
$180
Ottisville Little League
$240
Beacon Hebrew Alliance

$240
Miles for Hope
$240
Beth Roeper Health and
Wellness Fair
$240
Consolidated PTO
$240
Hendrick Hudson Special
Events Council
$240
Cub Scout Pack 3015
$240
St. Peters Luth. Church.
$240
Bump, Set, Spike for Cure
$240
Willow Avenue Elem.
$240
St. Margaret of Cortona School
$240
SPARC $240
Carmel Knights of Columbus
$240
Light It Up Blue
$240
Montclair State Womens
Ice Hockey
$240
Putnum Community
Action Program
$240
Ridgeway Elem. Sch. PTA
$240
MSL Arts
$240
St. Denis-St. Columba
$240
Montrose Child Care Cntr.
$240
YMCA Tarrytown
$240
Furry Friends
$240
Washingtonville Ice
Hockey Club
$240
Lighthouse Youth Theater
$240
Jesse Lee Day School
$240
Tuxedo Park Library
$240
Carmel Fire Department
$240
Hamilton Bicentennial
Elementary PTA
$240
Relay for Life Pine Bush
$240
JDRF $250
Umps Care Charities
$600
Kingston High School
Crew Team
$240
Relay for Life

$240
Rhinebeck Central
School District Friends
of the Whale Watch
$160
Carmel Sports Association
$240
Paideia School 15 PTA
$240
Carmel High School
Parents Association
$240
Goshen Intermediate Sch.
$240
Benjamin Franklin PTA
$240
Brewster Little League
$240
Putnum/N. Westchester
Womens Resource Center
$240
St. Mary of the Snow
$240
Putnam Family &
Community Serivices inc
$120
Pandora ASPCA
$120
SPCA Dutchess County
$240
Benedictine $480
The Kent Volunteer Fire
Dept Tournament
$240
Autism Move-a-thon of
Orange County
$120
Vassar Hospital Found.
$120
Beer and Burger
Bash-Food Bank
$120
Holy Name of Jesus
$240
Youth Mission Outreach
$120
Health Alliance
$160
Hebrew Hospital Home
$120
Epilepsy Soc. Of S. NY
$240
The Marian Cooper
Community Foundation
$60
Rotary Club of
Wappingers Falls
$240
Newtown Babe Ruth Baseball
$120
Ulster County Community
College Annual Gala
$240
Play for Hay

$120
St. Stephens School
$240
Hudson Valley Care Center
$240
Knights of Columbus St.
Thomas More Council 2188
$120
Family Partnership Center
$360
Grace Smith House
$720
Hudson Valey LGBTQ
Community Center
$240
Hudson Valley Comm. Center
$300
Ronald McDonald House of
the Greater Hudson Valley
$240
Make-A-Wish $240
Wiccopee Fire Company
$240
Youth Mission Outreach, Inc.
$240
Highland Fire Dept
$200
Greystone Programs
$360
Greystone Programs
$330
Astor Home for Children
Foundation $1,728
Dutchess Outreach
$160
Occupations $160
Spout Creek Farm
$240
Pine Bush Relay for Life Team
$240
Monroe Woodbury Little Leage
$240
Ridgeway Elementary School PTA $240
Putnam Humane Society
$240
Gardnertown PTO
$240
Danbury Public Schools
$240
Mahopac 12U American
Baseball Team
$240
Sussex Wantage Little League
$240
Holy Trinity School
$240
New Windsor Little League
$240
Autism Society of Hud. Valley
$590
Leptondale Elementary School $240
Girl Scout Troop 10064
$240
Jimmy McNicholas Foundation
$240
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Carmel High Sch. Parents Assoc.
$240 Coast 2 Coast
$240 Family Picnic in Memory of Jayden $240
Mill Road Elementary School
$1,200 Standfordville PTA
$240 Taconic Hills Little League
$240
$540 George Washington Elem. School $240 Miles of Hope Breast
Support Connection
$240 St. Gregory the Great School
$240 Cancer Foundation
$240
Beacon Little League
$480 Ridge Valley and Learning
National MS Society Update NY
Ossining MATTERS Ed. Found.
$240 Circles Charter School
$240 Ch. Hudson Valley Task Force
$680
Family YMCA at Tarrytown
$240 Boys & Girls Club of Town of
LaGrange Middle School
$1,200
Saugerties Lions Club
$240 Wallkill, Inc.
$240 March of Dimes
$720
Orange County Chamber of Comm. $220
Natural Wonders, ELC
$240 Rascals Monster Bash
$500
Boy Scouts Troop 41,
Halloween Event Tables
$5,000 Orange County Youth Burrow
$240
Putnam Valley
$240 Cub Scout Troop 63
$240 Park Avenue School PTO
The Childrens Village
$240 BCSD Bike Run
$240 Sgt Shawn Michael Farrell II
$240
Inspire Golf Tournament
$240 Grace Lutheran Church
$240 Memorial Scholarship
The Field Hall Foundation
$240
SS Steward PTA
$240 Brian C. Novotny 9-11
$240
New Milford Youth Baseball
Memorial Golf Outing
$240 Kidz4Causes.com, Inc.
$28,500
Softball Organization
$240 Sacred Heart School
$240 Pet of the Game (38 Games)
$240
Ladys Legacy Equine Rescue, Inc. $240 Sparrows Nest of Hudson Valley
$240 Austin Road Elem. School PTO
Westlake Middle School PTA
$240 Frost Valley YMCA
$240 SUNY Orange Newburgh
Nursing Club
$240
City of Newburgh Little League
$240 Daniel J. OBrien Auxiliary
Hudson Valley Hero Project
$610 to Post No. 1374
$240 Safe Haven Animal Shelter and
$240
The Culinary Institute of America $240 Earth Angels Relay for Life Team
$240 Wildlife Center
$600
Rascal Mascot Appearances
$6,000 Mahopac Chamber of Commerce $240 Marist Athletics
$240
Catholic Charities Community
Supports For Living Foundation
$240 Brenna Engle Foundation
$240
Services of Orange County
$240 New Paltz Chamber of Commerce $240 Making Headway Found., Inc
$240
Good Samaritan Reg. Med. Center $240 Danbury Westerners
$240 Tuxedo Park Library
$240
Clarkstown South
$240 Hudson Valley SPCA
$240 Newburgh Little League
Minisink Valley Little League
$240 Danbury Athletic Youth Org.
$240 Valley Central School District
$240
Kwons Martial Arts
$240 Chelsea Fire Co., Inc.
$240 Office of Special Education
$240
Pace Womens Justice Center
$240 Epilepsy Society Of S. NY
$840 Our Lady of the Assumption
$240
American Cancer Society Dart
Ulster County SPCA
$240 Central Valley Elem. School
$340
Tournament
$240 New Paltz Little League
$100 Warwick Little League
Marist College Center for
Marlboro Little League
$100 Hudson Valley Fam. Fest Tables $11,250
Junior League of Orange
Lifetime Study
$240 Community League Wassaic
$240
Yorktown Thunder Travel Baseball $240 Chapter, NYSARC
$240 County NY
Scout Troop 45
$240
Tarrytown Rotary Wine & Jazz
$240 Westchester Exceptional
$300
Stormking School
$240 Childrens School
$900 Great Plain Elementary School
Poughkeepsie River District Bus.
Anthonys Benefit
$240 Red Hook High School
$240
St. Johns School
$240 Senior Citizen Social
$800 Assoc./ Ryan McElroy Found.
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Creations Early Childhood
Learning Center
$240
Key Bank
$240
The John Duffy Foundation
$240
Newburgh KOA
$240
SPTO of Sherman School
$240
Maria Regina High School
$240
St. Columbanus School
$240
Church Street Community
Nursery School
$240
Hendrick Hudson PTA/PTSA
$240
Heritage Middle School
$240
St. Patricks Shamrock Auction
$240
Beacon Kids Wrestling
$240
Cub Scout Pack 31
$240
Miles for Hope- Hoopes for Hope $240
Beacon Hebrew Alliance
$240
Ramapo Ridge Middle School
National Junior Honor Society
$240
Franciscan Friars Of Atonement $240
Putnam County Land Trust
$240
Rotary Club Wappingers Falls
$240
$240
St. Denis St. Columba
$240
G. Washington Elem. School PTA $240
Church of Saint Peter
$240
Alzheimers Association
$240
Cortlandt Am. Little League
$240
Oak Lane Child Care Center
$240
Sclerderma Found. Research
$240
Roundout Valley Little League
$340
North East Westchester
Special Recreation
$240
JDRF
$1,150
Wallkill Little League
$240
Lighthouse Youth Theatre
$240
Cub Scout Pack 1
$240
Rosary Altar Society
$240
Minisink Valley Teachers

Association/Middle School
$240
Walden Humane Society
$240
Premier Cares Foundation
$520
Ardsley Curling Club
$240
Orange County Firefighter Mus. $240
Saint Patricks School
$240
Montrosee Child Care Center
$240
Mill Street Loft Arts
$240
Putname/Northern Westchester
Womens Resource Center
$240
Hospice of Orange & Sullivan
Counties, Inc.
$240
St. Andrews Episcopal Church
$240
Laruel Plains Elem. School
$240
Van Cortlandtville Elem. PTA
$240
Ulster County Chamber of Comm./
Ulster Leadership Development
Institute/Family of Woodstock
$240
Hudson Valley Community
Fund/Forget U Cancer
$240
The Center for Discovery
$600
Walkill High School
$300
Vassar College Choral Dept.
$300
Eagle Riders R.C. and the
Fraternal Order of the Eagles
$300
Maple Hill Elementary School
$300
Bloomington Fire Co & Ladies Aux.
& Ulster County Vietnam Vets.
$240
Carmel Sports Association
$300
Peggy Izzys Dance Workshop
$180
Fordham Road Business
Improvement District (BID)
$180
Hudson Valley Pattern for
Progress 50th Anniversary Gala $300
Hudson Valley Venom Softball
$180
Fishlike Family Services
$240
Hawks Swimming Association
$240
Benefit for Gina

Lakeland Ed. Foundation
Center of Highland Falls, Inc
Harmony Christian School
Dutches County Reg. Chamber
of Comm. Foundation
School 16 Home and School
Association of Clifton NJ
Boonton Parks & Recreation
Ostrandler Elementary
Putnum Comm. Action Prog.
Beacon Athletic Department
Arlington Athletic Department
SaraStrong Foundation
All Saints Academy
Kingston Catholic School
Ulster County Chamber
of Commerce
Michel Oremus Foundation
St Joseph School Annual
Fall Auction
New Paltz Church of Nazarene
Literacy Orange
Pleasant Valley Lions Club
Temple Bethel
St Gregory the Great School
Myers Corners Elementary
Greystone Programs, Inc.
St James the Apostle School
Walkill Music Program
N. American Family Institute
Minisink Valley Project Grad.
Castle Point Penny Social
Noxon Road Elementary
Pumpkin Festival
Pleasant Valley Cooperative
Nursery School
Shrub Oak Travel Baseball
$300
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$180
$300
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$60
$240
$300
$300
$300
$300
$300
$300
$300
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Mamaroneck Avenue School

Swinging Moments Cabaret
Alzheimers Assoc. Fundraiser
SUNY Orange Phi Theta Kappa
Regis high School
Tompkins Mahopac Bank/
Make-A-Wish Foundation
Glenham Elementary
Mount Kisco Medical Groups
Van Wyck Junior High PTA
IBEW union local 320
Westchester Collab. Theater
John OHara Golf Tournament
Business Council of Westchester
VFW 5913 Ladies Auxiliary
Will Spay Pets, Inc
Ulster Community College
Foundation Inc
Hillside Lake Ladies Auxiliary
Emmanuel of the Hudson Valley
Michael Brobish Charity
Softball Tournament
Matthew Chemij
Dutchess Arc Foundation
Slater Chemical Fire Company
Carenet Pregnancy Center
Monmouth Worship Center
Central Orange Sunrise
(Chester) Rotary Club
Ellenville Coop. Nursery School
Abbott House (Bridges To Health)
Vassar-Warner Home Gala
Love Inc
Overlook Titusville PTA
Nexxlinx of Newburgh
Bergen Volunt. Med. Initiative
Cornell Co-Operative Extension
Chester Elem. School PTA
Aid Squad
$240
Project Graduation
$240
VA Medical CenterCastlepoint
$340
CRVI Foundation
$240
Joyous Occasions
$60
PARC
$960
Orange County 5K
$240
Furry Friends Pet
Rescue
$240
Mount Kisco Little
League
$240
Grace Smith House
$240
Nexxlinx
$240
Cancer Warriors
$240
Opengate, Inc.
$240
United Way
$240
Marlboro Fit Day
$640
Orange-Ulster BOCES $240
Souza Scholar. Fund
$92
Cub Scout Pack 153 $240
DCC Foundation
$60
LaGrange Rotary
$240
Putnam County 4H Fair $60
Family Funday
$240
Marlboro Soccer Club $120
St. Martin De Porres
School
$240
New York Life
$240
The Salvation Army
$240
Boys & Girls Club of
Kingston
$240
Keon Rehab. Center $240
Carmelite Friars
$60
CSEA Southern Reg. 3 $240
Putnam County Cares,
Inc.
$240
The Finest Wives
$240
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$300 Hospice of Orange & Sullivan

Counties, Inc.
$300 Putnam Family &
$120 Community Services
$300 Chris Pacenza Fundraiser
Sunflower Art Festival: St. Jude
$240 Childrens Hospital
$300 St. Leos Home & School Assoc.
$515 Hudson River Housing
$240 Surviving NICU, Inc.
$240 Hudson Valley Hospice Found.
$240 FDR Cheer Booster Club
$240 Youth Mission Outreach, Inc.
$240 March of Dimes
$240 Lillas Wiffleball Tournament
$240 St. Peters School
$240 Youth Mission Outreach, Inc.
$240 American Cancer Society:
$240 Relay For Life
Cheer Quest Parents Assoc.
$240 Assemblyman James Skoufis
$60 Marist College
$240 St. Annes Espiscopal Curch
$240 Ponys Paradise Equine Rescue
$240 Victoria Kitz Fundraiser
$240 Bowling Fundraiser for Tara
Scofield and Family
$240 Yonkers Public Elementary
$240 School #30 PTA 18-280
$240 Ulster County Commiss. Office
$240 Briarcliff Manor Youth Lacrosse
$150 St. Barnabas Festival Youth Choir
$240 Ken Larsen
$240 Fulmar Road Auction/Fundraiser
$240 Kent Volunteer Fire Dept
$240 Pleasant Valley Fire Dept
$240 Mental Health America of DC
Dutchess County Executive

$240 Arts Awards
$240
Penny Social for the Frank G
$240 Lindsey Elementary School PTA $280
$240 Stony Brook School
$480
St Annes Episcopal Church
$240
$240 NY State Police Investigators Assoc.
$240 Emergency Assistance Fund
$240
$240 Boy Scouts of America Toop 78 $240
$240 Yorktown Comm. Nursery School $240
$240 Pequenaknock Elementary
$240 School PTA
$240
$240 Gloversville Dugout Club
$240
$240 Health Alliance Foundation &
$240 Tonner Doll Co Vampir Ball Auct. $240
$240 Empire State Huskies 18U
$240 Showcase Team
$240
$240 Autism Moveathon Orange
County
$240
$240 ORourke Irish Dance Found.
$240
$240 West Point Spouses Club at
$240 the U.S. Military Academy at
$240 West Point, NY
$240
$240 Thornwood Fire Dept. Ladies Aux. $240
$240
$240 OConnor Benefit
$240 Walker Valley Fire Co Ladies Aux. $480
Augies Brew for Autism
$240
$60 Gallagher Day-Christine
Gallagher Fundraiser
$240
$350
$240 Holy Trinity School
$240
$480 Laurel Plains Elementary PTA
$240
$240 St Columbanus Elem. School
$240 Woodstock Harley Breast
$240
$240 Cancer Fundraiser
$240 Ulster County Chamber of
$240
$240 Commerce
$300
$240 Stanford Nursery School
$240 Kerhonkson-Accord First
St Josephs Fellowship $180

Round Hill School PTA $180
Valley Hospital
$240
A Helping Wing Parrot
Rescue
$180
Mahopac Sports Assoc. $180
St Stanislaus Church $240
Ryan McElroy Childrens
Cancer Foundation
$240
Saint Stephen-Saint
Edward School
$240
Family of Woodstocks
Midway Program
$240
Central Valley Elem.
Dance-A-Thon
$240
Spotlight Arts, Inc.
$300
CASANA
$240
Cairo Durham Little
League
$240
Beekman Comm. Day $240
Dutchess County SPCA $60
Relay For Life-Love
For Chloe Rose
$180
The School of St.
Gregory Barbarigo
$180
Emma C. Chase 5th
grade PTO
$180
JJ Doyle Memorial Golf
Outing
$240
National Ovarian
Cancer Coalition
$240
Walden Community
Councill
$240
Cystic Fibrosis Found.:
Gabriels Angels
$240
Helen Hayes Hospital
Foundation Inc.
$240
Beacon High School $240
Dominican College Golf Classic

Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Council of
Carlstadt Volunteer Fire Department
RUPCO $240 FBI Agents Association Golf outing
Helen Hayes Hospital Classic Race
Vassar Brothers Medical Center
The Austin Road Elementary School Parent/
Teacher Organization (PTO)
Cardinal Spellman High School
Haverstraw Columbiettes #581
Newburgh Jewish Community Center
Millbrook Football Golf Outing
Poughkeepsie Plaza Kids Session
Hillburn Day 2015-Village of Hillburn
Goshen Intermediate School PTO
Boys & Girls Club of Northern Westchester
Highland NY Bonnie boxes -Boxes of Love for
Valley Central Vikings Youth Football and Cheer
Millbrook Educational Foundation
Wallkill Senior High School Senior Celebration
Middletown High School Wrestling Booster Club
New York- Presbyterian Hospital/Hudson Our Lady
of Lourdes Rowing Association
Pediatric Hydrocephalus Foundation on
Valhalla United Methodist Church Nursery School
Autism Awareness Basket Bingo
Westchester Medical Center
Highland Mills Fire Company
Cornell University Cooperative
Ext. Orange County
CT Juvenile Training School
Burke Rehabilitation & Research
Life Style Agency
Helen Hayes Hospital
Dutchess County Office of Probation
Sons of Legion (SAL)
Hudson Valley Hot Rods
Kingston SunRise Rotary Club
$60
$240
$240
$240
$110
$180
$240
$240
$240
$240
$300
$50
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$180
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
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Spotlight Arts, Inc.

Childrens Home of Poughkeepsie
Highland Elementary School
United Health Care
Stewart A. Crowell Foundation
Cornell University Cooperative
Ext. Orange County
Mahopac Falls Womens Auxiliary
of Mahopac Fire Dept.
Sparrows Nest of the Hud. Valley
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
American Society Hudson Valley
Monster Bash
Sparrows Nest
Caring for the Homeless of
Peekskill, Inc.
Wiccopee Fire Co. Auxiliary/
Support
Hope and Heroes
Team Cleary
Cerebral Palsy of Ulster County
Putnam ARC
Ulster-Greene ARC
Nanas House Children Child
Center, Inc
Knights of Columbus:Mamakating
Milton Engine Co. #1
Putnam ARC
Leptondale Elementary
Ulster Little League
Highland Lakes Fire Dept.
Putnam Hospital Center
Ladies Club 877 Haverstraw Elks
Moffat Library of Washingtonville
Mid-Hudson Childrens Museum
Grace Smith House
MVHEEC
Our Lady of Lourdes Football

$89 Valley Central High School
Saugerties Pack 37
$63 Sussex-Wantage Softball
Scotch town Ave Schools PTO
$15 Church of the Resurrection
St Annes Episcopal Church
$10 Alternating Hemiplegia of
Family Promise of the
Childhood Foundation
Mid-Hudson Valley
$145 Church of the Resurrection
St. Stephen St. Edward
$189 Mahopac Softball
Sacred Heart School-Monroe
$120 Highland Pop Warner Cheer
Sacred Heart School-Newburgh $112 Latinos Unidos of the HV
St ColumbinesSchool
$225 Heirs 2 Christ
St Denis St Columba School
$426 VFW 9008 Millbrook
St James the Apostle School
$204 Cornwall Football
St John School-Goshen
$96 8U Marlboro All-Star Softball
St Joseph School-Kingston
$126 Orange County Retired
St Martin De Porres School
$204 Firefighters
Spirit Stars Cheer &
Open Doors Community Parish
Tumble Center
$342 James S Evans Elementary
St Elizabeth Ann Seton School
$130 Beekman Elementary School
Standing Room Only Theater
New Paltz Baseball/Softball
Company
$300 Association
Chester Elementary PTA
$153 New Paltz Regional Chamber
Fishkill Little League
$108 of Commerce
Fishkill Plains Elementary
$260 Lepton dale Elementary
NAST
$92 Stewarts Washingtonville
Putnam Valley Elementary
$1,740 Little League
Mid-Hudson Tigers
$12 Take Me Home Pet Rescue
Marlboro Middle School Chorus
$96 CVS Easter Seals
Hudson Valley Admirals
$102 Chamber of Commerce
Schomre Israel
$213 Foundation
St Mary Mother of the
Cornwall Central Teachers
Church School
$297 Association
John Jay Soccer
$243 Latina
Elant at Meadow Hill
$75 Beacon Night Out
Myers Corners Elementary
$183 MHV, Penn State Alumni Ch.
Beacon Teachers Association
$27 Peggy Izzos Dance Workshop
Country Children Center
$265 SOME: Supporters of Music Ed.
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$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
Alcoholism & Drug Abuse Council

of Orange County
Newburgh Free Library
New Paltz Chamber of Comm.
Washingtonville Little League
Allan M. Block Agency, Inc.
Hudson Valley Curvy Girls
Fishkill Church of the Nazarene
Adopt-A-Dog
Rebuilding Together
Dutchess County
Mid-Hudson Association for
Persons with Disabilities
Dr. Victor A. Bacile Scholar. Fund
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$240
$120
$600
$240
$51
$240 Monhagen Middle School
Orange County Cal Ripken
$162
$276
$240 Hamilton Bicentennial Elem.
$180
$240 High Definition Dance
$226
$240 Gardner Town
$69
$240 Cystic Fibrosis - Conors Crew
$284
$240 Hillbrook PTO
$137
$240 Wappingers Little League
Minisink Valley Aquatics
$269
$333
$240 Gashed GES Booster Club
$54
$240 Arthur S May Elementary
$130
$240 MPES PTO
$252
$240 James S Evans Elementary
$132
$240 Pawling Elementary School
$162
$240 Hudson River Performing Arts
$240 Monroe Woodbury High School $108
$48
$240 John S Burke Catholic School
$39
$240 S.S. Seward
$21
$240 YMCA Camp Wiltmeet
$81
$240 Dover Little League
$105
$240 Ralph R Smith School
$564
$240 Overlook/Titusville Elementary
$57
$240 Sparrows Nest
$51
$240 Regina Coeli
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School $90

Ostrander Elementary
$372
Most Precious Blood
$175
Kingston Catholic High School
$27
Holy Trinity Poughkeepsie
$193
Carmel Clubs Cooperstown Team $267
Take Me Home Pet Rescue
$257
Orange County Cyclones
$63
Pawling High School Band
$228
Mid-Hudson Association for
Person with Disabilities
$72
Hudson Highland Scouts
$24
Golden Hill Elementary School
$51
Beacon Little League
$60
Wappingers Warriors
Youth Lacrosse
$12
Tactic Resources for Ind.
$87
RJK Middle School
$120
Bishop Dunn
$97
Beautiful People
$105
Hudson Valley Thunder
$87
Masonic Charity Corps
$36
Fishkill Fire Department
$36
New Paltz United Teachers
$165
Rebuilding Together Duchess
County
$147
Take Me Home Pet Rescue
$51
Boy Scouts of WestchesterPutnam Council
$60
Church of the Resurrection
$72
Womans Bar Association of
Orange & Sullivan County
$155
Anderson Center for Autism
$108
Rombout Middle School
$55
YMCA Camp Wiltmeet
$94
East Coldenham Elem. PTA
$60
Autism Moveathon Orange
County
$126
Goshen Interm. Schools PTO
$89
$180 St Jude
$943
$15 Sheafe Road Elementary
$108
$28 Sons of Norway
$93
Latinos in Business Succeeding
$15 Together
$186
$92 Cornwall on the Hudson Elem.
$318
$108 HV Fiesta Latina at Museum Village $99
$189
$222 Warwick Found. for Excellence
$75
$90 Montgomery Elem. School
Monetary Donations
$39
$350
$81 Mid Hudson Civic Center
$822
$45 Guns and Hoses
$1,000
$168 NY Penn League Charity
Center for the Prev. for Abuse
$500
$300
$12 Town of Fishkill PBA
$480
$294 Low country Min. (Charleston)
$125
$9 Play for Your Freedom
$300
$225 Juvenile Diabetes Research
XTREME Cheer
$400
$655
$120 Lady Nukes
American Red Cross
$600
$470
$30 Beautiful People
$500
$258 New York State Troopers PBA
Boy Scouts-Hud. Valley Council $300
$102 Rebuilding Together Duchess
$500
$93 County
$1,500
$72 American Cancer Society
Hudson Valley Admirals
$50
$950 Youth Football
Thomas O Miller Charity Golf
$150
$60 Tournament
$109
$211 Gifts in Kind
$201,345
$47 In Stadium Fundraising
$20,020
$168
$9,002
$72 Monetary Donations
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Spinners Library Pass
Lowell Spinners
Edward A. LaLacheur Park - Lowell, MA

MLB Affiliate: Boston Red Sox
Charitable Summary
The Lowell Spinners take pride in being the Merrimack Valleys team and an active member of the surrounding
community. Oftentimes, the team chooses to be involved in activities as silent partners. It is important for us to support
various causes in the area while keeping a modest profile.There are, however, a few causes with which we promote
ourinvolvement.On a personal level, our front office members volunteer time in causes including the Lowell General
Hospital Cancer Walk, Special Olympics, the Boys and Girls Club, March of Dimes, The Paul Center and Cystic Fibrosis/
CerebralPalsy Research.

Also, the Spinners have made substantial inroads raising funds for the Joann Weber Charitable Fund, founded in
2007 by Spinners owner Drew Weber in memory of his wife after a courageous three-year battle with pancreatic cancer.

Historically the organization has had a number of different charitable partnerships, beginning in 1998 with the
Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce and their annual scholarship awards. Thousands of dollars are given away and
the winners were announced at a special pre-game ceremony at LeLacheur Park.

In 1999 the concept of Spinners Charities was born, becoming a vital mechanism for the organization to quietly donate funds to worthy causes in our community while keeping a low profile. When you attend a Spinners game,
youll hear birthday announcements and special welcomes. For each fan-requested announcement, $10 is donated
towards Spinners Charities, money which goes directly back into the Merrimack Valley community.

Be it by dedicating a season to a particular charity, or taking an open approach and including as many charitable
partners as possible throughout the year, the Spinners organization has a nightly charity tie-in for nearly every game or
event at LeLacheur Park.

Through both Lowell Spinners Charities and the Joann Weber Charitable Fund, the Spinners work with hundreds
of community partners not just during the 3-month season, but throughout the calendar year.

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The Spinners continued community partnership with local libraries in 2015. Participating libraries have a dated
voucher for each Spinners home game, allowing patrons to purchase up to six tickets for half price. Vouchers may
be picked up at your local library and must be presented at the ticket office on the day of the game in order to receive the discount.
Field of Dreams
Local Little League Teams
Each day the Spinners provide two local teams the opportunity of a lifetime when they take the field at LeLacheur
Park prior to the game. The two teams compete in a one-inning game, with each player getting a chance at the
plate before retiring to the dugout for autographs and photos with the Spinners players.
Spread the Love

Edith M. Nourse Veterans Hospital / Local Schools
Developed in 2005, the Spinners Spread the Love Tour caravan includes local celebrities,
media personalities and mascots, sent to local schools where they join the students in
making gifts for our veterans. Started initially with Valentines Day cards, the program has
expanded to include holiday cards in December and Red Sox pennants for Opening Day
in April. The gifts are then delivered by the caravan members in a visit to a local Veterans
Hospital.
Pinch Hit Heros
The Lowell Spinners Pinch Hit Hero program allows for non-profit organizations to enjoy
a Lowell Spinners game courtesy of the support of the organization and local businesses.
Pinch Hit Heroes are treated to a Spinners game, plus a complimentary hot dog, soda and
bag of chips. Since the programs inception thousands of fans have come through the
gates at no cost.
Lowell Spinners High School World Series

High School Baseball
Developed in 2005, the Spinners World Series is a high school tournament between four area schools in which a
player from each team wins a $1,000 college scholarship for his work within the community. The winning team
claims the Spinners Canaligator trophy for the year. All money raised at the gate is returned to the local community.
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Lowell Spinners Catholic High School World Series

High School Baseball
LIAM Nation Day
Debuting in 2010, the Catholic High School World Series features a scholarship to honor Mickey Sullivan, the former
Athletic Director at Lowell Catholic High School who recently retired to fight his battle with cancer. The four teams
get a chance to call LeLacheur Park home, while one student claims the scholarship.
Baseball Buddies
At each home game, the Spinners invite local youth groups, from Little League teams to Cub Scouts and Girl Scouts,
into the dugout before the game and onto the field with the players during player introductions and the singing of
the national anthem.
Spinners Speakers Bureau
The Spinners Speakers Bureau visited over 40 local community organizations at no cost to talk baseball, the industry, promotions and more. Schools, Kiwanis Clubs, Rotary, Lions, you name it, we spoke to it!
Angioma Alliance Night
The Spinners had a special event as they retired the No. 25 of Ryan Westmoreland. Ryan was the NYPL Top Prospect
according to Baseball America in 2009. However in 2010, his life was forever altered when it was found he suffered
from a cavernous malformation. Surgery saved his life, but a second recurrence following a lengthy rehab ended his
career. The Spinners retired Ryans No. 25 and in doing so created a night to promote awareness for the Angioma Alliance. Ryan was presented a special award from the alliance pre-game and funds were raised throughout the night
for the foundation.
Heroes Among Us
Military Heroes
Sponsored by Hanscom Federal Credit Union, the Heroes Among Us program allowed us to truly salute the service of a service member and his or her family. Originally slated for just Saturday home games, so many worthy submissions were received that the program was expanded to two additional dates. Each honoree was welcomed into
the park early for a private behind the scenes tour, meeting the team in the clubhouse and taking batting practice
with the team in their own Spinners jersey. After a heartwarming introduction, each threw a ceremonial first pitch
before enjoying the game with their family from a luxury suite.
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The Spinners partnered with LIAM Nation, for a special day at the park in 2015. LIAM Nation benefits families and
friends who are connected to a loved one facing challenges such as an autistic child everyday. The money raised
will help give families alternate solutions for these challenges. The game allowed LIAM Nation to raise over $1,000
which directly helped lead to the creation of a LIAM Nation Bowling League for the kids. A Boston Bruins Stanley
Cup ring was on hand for photographs and a silent auction and 50/50 contributed to the days fundraising.
Prior to the first pitch, the children and their helpers from the LIAM Nation T-Ball league took the field for a special
Field of Dreams before returning to take the field with the Spinners players for the National Anthem.
Military Day
Members of the Armed Forces
The Spinners annual Military Day continues to be a big hit for all involved. Members of the armed services, active
and retired, and their families received complimentary tickets and were honored in a pre-game ceremony. Military
members served as the honor guard, performed the National Anthem and God Bless America and threw out ceremonial pitches. The night also featured a special Canaligator Military Bobble Head for the first 1,000 fans, courtesy
of US Family Health Plan.
Autism Awareness Day

G-Man Foundation
The Spinners annual Autism Awareness Day grew in 2015, as the team donned special Puzzle Piece style jerseys to
raise both awareness and funds for the G-Man Foundation, a local Autism Awareness organization. The day included a pre-game presentation, fundraising throughout the day and a toned down atmosphere to create a welcoming
environment for all.
Ironstone Derby Day Road Race

Challenge Unlimited at Ironstone Farm
The Spinners partnered with Ironstone Farm for a special 5-mile run and 2-mile walk event at the ballpark. The race
concluded with watching the Kentucky Derby on the Spinners high-definition video board while raising money for
Challenge Unlimited at Ironstone Farm.
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3rd Annual Lowell Spinners Job Fair

Job Seekers/Local Businesses
Food Bank Night

Merrimack Valley Food Bank
The Spinners once again partnered with the Career Center of Greater Lowell and the Valley Works Career Center to
present an opportunity for local residents to find full-time jobs. Over 50 different employers participated in 2015,
circling LeLacheur Park to meet the over 800 job seekers that attended over the course of the day in search of their
next opportunity.

Lowell Spinners Reading Program

Lowell Public Schools
The Spinners partnered with all Lowell Public Schools with a specific focus on
the third graders. Each student who read 40 books was rewarded with prizes
ranging from Spinners tickets to food at the Spinners reading rewards game.
Over 900 students achieved the highest mark and nearly 2,500 tickets were
awarded as part of the promotion. Canaligator and the Spinners staff visited
nearly 20 elementary schools in the Lowell community to kick-off and celebrate the program.
Birthday Requests
For each birthday and special request for the video board, a $10 donation is made to Lowell Spinners Charities. In
2015, the program generated nearly $2,000 in donations!
Bark in the Park

Lowell Humane Society
The Spinners held their fourth annual Bark in the Park night at LeLacheur Park with nearly 100 dogs in attendance.
Each dog received a pooch pass to enter, with the $5 cost being donated directly to the Lowell Humane Society.
The LHS was on hand as well, showcasing animals available for adoption in addition to accepting donations for the
shelter, with over $450 raised in $1 Puppy Kiss donations.
Law Enforcement Appreciation Night

New England Police Benevolent Association
Law Enforcement personnel from across the state joined the Spinners for a special night at the ballpark. From the
four participating honor guards presenting the colors to the themed events throughout the night, officers from
around the region were honored.
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In a partnership with Hannaford, the Spinners joined forces to collect food for the Merrimack Valley Food Bank. The
team exchanged tickets for non-perishable food items and collected nearly 600 pounds of food.
POW/MIA Seat Dedication

POW/MIA, Rolling Thunder
The Spinners will forever have one seat unoccupied for each and every LeLacheur Park event as the team dedicated
to the 92,000 American soldiers who have not returned home in the first ever ceremony of its kind. Originally dedicated in 2012, the seat was re-dedicated in 2015.
Spinners FUNdraising Program

Local Schools and Non-Profits
The Spinners FUNdraising Program once again offered local organizations the opportunity to raise much needed funds through Spinners baseball. Organizations could purchase discounted tickets to sell for a one-of-a-kind
group outing at a Spinners game. Depending on the amount of tickets sold, schools were given money back from
the Spinners to help fund their programs. In addition, each organization received a special FUNdraising code that
would return additional money to their efforts when supporters attended additional Spinners games.
American Red Cross Night
The Spinners once again partnered with the American Red Cross to promote
the gift of life at a time (summer) when the need is highest. The team partnered to reward donors with tickets to a Spinners game while also promoting
the cause and the event at the park throughout the month of July.
Ed Randalls Bat For the Cure
In what has become a yearly tradition, the Spinners once again teamed up
with Ed Randall to try and strike out prostate cancer. Spinners players wore
blue wristbands during the game to support of program. Fans also had a
chance to visit the Bat for the Cure table on the concourse to enter in a raffle to win a team signed blue bat. The
Spinners have supported Ed Randall and his program for the last several years and we look forward to a continuing
our relationship to strike out prostate cancer together!
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Royal Caribbean Cruise Raffle

Lowell Spinners Charities
Mascot/Player Appearances
One lucky fan packed their bags and headed on a Royal Caribbean Cruise for two thanks to the teams season long
raffle to benefit Lowell Spinners Charities. The season long-raffle generated over $1,000 for the charity!
Scout Night Sleepovers
The Spinners host two annual Scout Night Sleepovers, at LeLacheur

Park, inviting area scouts to bring their tent and grab some outfield
grass. The sleepovers attract over 1,500 campers and are a huge hit.
The Scout Night package includes game tickets, participation in a pregame Scout Parade, catch on the field, post-game movies, post-game
run the bases, breakfast in the morning and the coveted Lowell Spinners Scout Patch. The Spinners supplement the program with involvement during the offseason, speaking with scouts on their goals and
working with them on their community service projects.
ALS Ice Bucket Challenge
The Ice Bucket Challenge took the world by storm and the Spinners were happy participants, with full participation
from the front office staff. The on-field staff got involved, with Manager Joe Oliver challenging the entire Spinners
roster, with the team doing it as a unit prior to a game. They passed the challenge on to the Spinners Dance Team,
who completed the task post game, all while raising both funds and awareness for ALS.
Lowell Spinners Apprenticeship Program

College Students
The Spinners hire students for season long apprenticeships from colleges across the country interested in pursuing
a career in the sports industry. Associates have the opportunity to accrue school credits where applicable. In 2015,
the Spinners had a staff of nearly 25 students who got the chance to see first hand and participate in the inner
workings of a professional baseball team. The program includes guest speakers and field trips, to learn from other
organizations, other executives and create a well-rounded experience.
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Playing just three months out of the year, the Spinners mascots ensure the team has a presence in the community 12 months a year. Spinners mascots and Spinner players are available for appearances in the community for
non-profit organizations at no cost. The mascot appearances, presented by Honey Dew Donuts, include soft toss
balls for all children. Canaligator and his family made a record 233 appearances in 2015 and the players made an
additional 12 appearances during the 38 game home schedule during the season.
Mystery Ball
With the help of our friends throughout Minor League Baseball, the Spinners held their fourth annual Mystery
Ball grab bag. Randomly bagged autographed baseballs were sold for $10 each, with all proceeds benefiting
Lowell Spinners Charities, raising over $700.
Ballpark Tours
The Spinners welcome groups to get a behind the scenes look at the operations of LeLacheur Park in complimentary tours throughout the year. Many school and camp groups take the opportunity for a behind the scenes
view of the organization, visiting everywhere from the clubhouse and field to the Kids Area and Thomas the
Tank Engine. No tour is complete without each visitor having the opportunity to announce themselves over the
LeLacheur Park loud speaker.
Honey Dew Donuts Kids Dugout
The Honey Dew Donuts Kids Dugout was a special seating section at each of the Spinners home games. Fans
in the dugout received complimentary tickets, front of the line access
for post-game Kids Run the Bases and a Spinners/Honey Dew soft-toss
ball. Local non-profits and youth groups were selected for the Honey
Dew Dugout by a group of Spinners and Honey Dew staffers based
on merit and community involvement to enjoy a Spinners game at no
cost!
March of Dimes Walk for Babies
The Spinners once again hosted the Merrimack Valley and the March of
Dimes in the annual Walk for Babies, with the event kicking off at the
ballpark and finishing at home plate.
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March of Dimes Night
The Spinners partnered with the March of Dimes for a special night for babies in 2015. The team wore specially
designed March of Dimes jerseys, a portion of which were auctioned off the players back following the game. The
majority of the jerseys however were custom tailored with patches in honor of babies, both those we lost and those
who are now living healthy lives. Each at-bat, the player was announced as Joe Smith playing in honor of Baby
Noah, and the entire family met the player following the game for a jersey exchange and photo. The night was
capped by an appearance from everyones favorite Purple Party Dude, Reggy!, whos purple was a perfect fit for
the March of Dimes.
Peanut Free Nights
Once again the Spinners hosted four Peanut Free nights at LeLacheur Park. A night where everyone can feel safe
coming to the ballpark, the Spinners take extra precautions so even the most severe peanut allergy suffers can
enjoy a ballgame. In addition to the nightly power washing of the stadium, a thorough walk-through by Spinners
staff is done to ensure no stray peanut shells or skins remain in the park. All peanut products are discontinued for
the evening and EMTs are on hand in case of any potential reaction. The games draw the most positive feedback of
any event held by the team in terms of allowing fans who may not otherwise be able to come to a game enjoy an
anxiety-free day at the park.
Read Across America Day

Local Schools
The Spinners once again dispersed across the community for Read Across America Day, March 2. The front office
and mascot family combined to visit 11 different schools to spread the importance of reading.
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Spinners Staff Community Involvement

Drew Weber
Owner
Joann Weber Charitable Fund
Lowell General Hospital
Ironstone Farm
March of Dimes
Merrimack Repatory Theatre
Jon Boswell
Director of Media Relations
March of Dimes - Merrimack Valley
Wilmington Rotary Club
Founder
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Steering Committee
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Member
Tim Bawmann
President/General Manager
Boys and Girls Club Greater Lowell
Greater Merrimack Conv. &
Visitors Bureau
New York-Penn League
Dan Beaulieu
Vice President; Facilities
Lowell General Hospital Cancer Walk
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Volunteer
Volunteer
Brian Lindsay
Vice President/Assistant General Manager
Special Olympics
Volunteer

Gift in Kind
Syracuse Chiefs Charitable Foundation

Delmarva Shorebirds Community Fund
Myrtle Beach Pelicans Mystery Ball
Everett AquaSox Mystery Ball
Omaha Storm Chasers Home Run
Foundation ofGreater Omaha
Augusta GreenJackets Childrens
Hospital of Georgia
West Virginia Power Baseball Charities
Salem Red Sox American Legion
Frederick Keys Care
Boys and Girls Club of Greater Lowell
Beloit Snappers Charities
Mahoning Valley Scrappers Luke Holko Fund
Mahoning Valley Scrappers Backers
Potomac Nationals SPARK
Lehigh Valley IronPigs Charities
$20
$25
$25
$25
$25
$25
$25
$35
$25
$6,500
$20
$25
$25
$25
$25
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Akron Childrens Hospital Mahoning Valley
Akron Childrens Hospital Mahoning Valley Night and 5K Race

Eastwood Field - Niles, OH
MLB Affiliate: Cleveland Indians
Charitable Summary
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers are one of the most visible and active organizations in the Mahoning Valley. In addition to providing affordable and family oriented entertainment, the Scrappers participate in a variety of community initiatives including but not limited to ticket fundraising with nonprofit
groups, community days at the ballpark highlighting local communities, over 100 mascot appearances
throughout the year, as well as raising awareness on health concerns facing area residents.

Outside of Eastwood Field the Scrappers frequently work with local school districts in Ohio and
Western Pennsylvania through the Junior Achievement program, annual College Fair, School Field Trip
Day and also by integrating new programs into curriculums. In 2015, the Scrappers worked with several
schools to promote the importance of literacy through the Scrappys Reading Club developed for elementary school students. The staff looks forward to growing the program this year, as well as highlighting
living a healthy lifestyle through the Healthy Kids Challenge. Both of these programs aim to instill goal
setting skills in addition to their primary focuses.

Through the above mentioned programs, off season events and sponsorship opportunities, the
Scrappers partnerships with local businesses and charity organizations help us to strengthen relationships
in the Mahoning Valley and also to continue to grow our team as a community leader.
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Akron Childrens Hospital Mahoning Valley was the charity for the Scrappers annual 5K race in the morning
on a Scrappers game day. They received a donation for each runner as well as sponsors that participated in
the event. At the game, they participated in a ticket fundraiser and kicked off their change bandit collection month long campaign at the game. In addition, the Scrappers collected memorabilia from teams and
sponsors and it was auctioned off at the game. The event raised over $2,100 for Akron Childrens Hospital
Mahoning Valley.
Akron Childrens Hospital Mahoning Valley,

Second Harvest Food
Bank, Big Brothers Big Sisters
Every Monday Matters
For every Monday home game, the Scrappers held the Every Monday Matters promotion. Fans could bring in canned
goods, new books or gently used clothing to be donated to
Second Harvest Food Bank, Akron Childrens Hospital Mahoning Valley and Big Brothers Big Sisters. With each donation,
the fan would receive a free ticket to that nights game. At the
game, different community organizations were recognized for
their contributions to the valley.
ALS Association
ALS Walk
The Scrappers held its fifth Annual ALS Walk at Eastwood Field in August of 2015. The fundraising event
took place around the stadium and finished on the warning track. Participating teams had their names
scrolled on the stadium message center along with the ALS Association logo. The walk raised $37,995.87
Community
Power of the Card Promotion
Every Tuesday those showing their library card from Youngstown and Mahoning county libraries received
$2.00 off a box seat at Box Office.
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Local Athletes
High School All-Star Game
Local Youth
Youth Baseball Camp
The Scrappers hosted the third annual High School Valley Classic game in which select area high school
players were invited to play in the classic at Eastwood Field. It was a great experience for the players as
some of them never played on a professional field and it was a great way to showcase the talent in the
area.
Local Families
Trick or Treat Halloween Event
The Scrappers hosted its seventeenth annual Trick or Treat at Eastwood Field. Trick or Treat at Eastwood Field is a fun and safe way
to celebrate Halloween for children age 12 and under. Local businesses participated by passing out candy to children dressed in
costumes as they walked around the concourse and stadium. The
stadium was filled with Halloween decorations, music and games
for the kids.
Local Kids
Kids Run the Show Night
For a game, all promotions involved kid participants. Kids got to PA

Announce, change the bases, get on the radio, run the basesetc.
Activities were based around the kids all game long.
Local Schools
Reading Club
Scrappys Reading Club included over 11,000 students from the tricounty area. Students that read five books within the allotted time
received a free ticket to a Scrappers game. Reading Club participants were recognized with an on field parade at the games.
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The Scrappers hosted a three day youth baseball camp with the
players and coaches. Participants got instruction from players and
coaches on the fundamentals of baseball during a very interactive
experience with the team.
Luke Holko Fund

Mystery Ball Sale for Luke Holko
The Scrappers held their fourth Mystery Ball Sale with 100 baseballs from MLB and MiLB teams with proceeds to Luke Holko, the
little boy who was injured in 2009 by a foul ball. Luke arrived in
style this year to throw out his first pitch and to meet players and coaches. Akron Childrens Hospital Mahoning Valley brought Luke and his Mom to the field by helicopter, the Air Bear. The event raised over
$1,000 for Luke.
M.V.P.B.A. Scrappers Backers

M.V.P.B.A. Scrappers Backers
These individuals serve as a booster club for the Scrappers players as well as
their fans. Every year they raise $4,000 in scholarship money to be distributed
locally to 4 local high school seniors. The money is raised as a result of their
nightly 50/50 raffles at every home game. The men and women in this charitable organization not only give back to area high schools with scholarships,
but aid in many areas that affect not only the players, but the fans and front
office staff.
Military Groups
Military Wednesdays
The Scrappers held Military Wednesdays during every Wednesday home game
throughout the season. Anyone with a Military Identification Card got two free
tickets to the game. The Military groups participated with Color Guards, First
Pitches, Informational Tables in the concourse, etc.
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MS Foundation
MS Walk
The Scrappers held the fourth annual MS Walk at Eastwood Field. Participants walked around the stadium
and finished on the warning track on the field. The team names and MS Foundation logos were scrolled on
the message center and video board throughout the walk. The walk raised $44,910.00.
Novelis
Recycling Can Drive
As a part of the Novelis Recycling Night, the Scrappers held an aluminum can recycling drive at a game. Any fan that brought a bag
of cans to be recycled received a ticket voucher to an upcoming
Scrappers game.
Numerous Organizations
Donations and Promotional Merchandise
The Scrappers donate family four packs of tickets and promotional

merchandise to over 400 nonprofit organizations within the community every season.

Various Organizations
Ticket Fundraising Program
The ticket fundraising program is available for nonprofit organizations.

Groups can sell undated ticket vouchers at a discounted rate and the
group splits the amount 50/50.
Youth Baseball and Softball Teams

Youth League Nights
For three games, youth baseball and softball teams got a special $3
ticket rate to a Scrappers game. The teams were also recognized at the
games.
Homes For Kids

School Supply Drive
Fans could bring in school supplies to be donated to Homes For Kids and in return would get a free general
admission tickets to a game.
One high school senior

College Fair and Scholarship Giveaway
The Scrappers held its eleventh annual College Fair at a Scrappers game. The fair runs for two hours prior
to the game. Area high school juniors and seniors are invited to come out to visit with over 20 colleges and
universities participating in the event. The students have a card to take to each of the colleges that needs
to be stamped so they are entered to win the $650 scholarship. One lucky student is drawn during the
game and is recognized on field as the recipient.
Trumbull County Children Services

Salute to your Father Night
Sons and daughters nominated their fathers to be the Trumbull County Children Services Dad of the Day.
The winning dad joined his family for the game was recognized as the Dad of the Day, threw out the first
pitch, received a full team autographed bat, and a merchandise package.
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Scrappers Staff Community Involvement

Jordan Taylor
General Manager
Kiwanis Club of Niles

Board Member
Trumbull 100
President
Junior Achievement
Volunteer
Trumbull Co. Tourism Bureau
President
United Way of
Trumbull County
Volunteer Reader
Heather Sahli
Assistant General Manager, Marketing
Junior Achievement
United Way of
Trumbull County
Volunteer
Volunteer Reader
Matt Thompson
Assistant General Manager, Sales
Junior Achievement
United Way of
Trumbull County
United Way of
Trumbull County
Volunteer
Board Member
Volunteer Reader
Chris Sumner
Director of Group Sales
Junior Achievement
Warren Kiwanis
Champion 8th Grade Basketball

Monetary Donations
Volunteer
Member
Coach
Healthy Kids Club

Community Dugout Ticket Program
Public Address Announcements
Concourse Tables
1/2 Inning on Radio
First Pitches
Mascot Appearances
Merchandise
Suites
Tickets
Reading Club
Video Board Spots
Community of Niles
Beatitude House
Ernie Hall Aviation Museum
Buddy Walk of Trumbull County
Akron Childrens Hospital Mahoning
Valley Golf Hole Sponsor
Newspaper In Education
Various Ticket Fundraisers
NYPL Charitable Foundation
College Fair Scholarship Donation
Warren Family Rescue Mission Donation
Trumbull 100
ALS Association-Northern Chapter
Niles Youth Board
YSU Baseball
Akron Childrens Hospital
$24,000
$1,500
$1,000
$3,000
$250
$1,000
$11,250
$4,241
$12,750
$14,793
$101,150
$420
$4,296
$69
$2,500
$3,000
United Way of Trumbull County

The ALS Association
Scrappers Backers 50/50
MS Walk
Lucas Holko
Monetary Donations
$5,000
$37,996
$13,137
$44,910
$1,181
$209,848
$102,224
$250
$3,500
$5,834
$1,155
$625
$6,633
$1,500
$104
$100
$250
$2,550
$2,128

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Special Olympics
Special Olympics of Pennsylvania Opening Ceremonies
Medlar Field at Lubrano Park - State College, PA

MLB Affiliate: Pittsburgh Pirates
The Spikes hosted the Opening Ceremonies of the Special Olympics of Pennsylvania Summer
Games. Over 5,00 athletes, Family, and Friends attended the event.

Healthy Home Runs
The State College Spikes partnered with Mount Nittany Health System to offer the Spikes first ever
school program promoting health and physical well-being. The program, titled Healthy Home
Runs was designed to help improve the overall health and well being of the students in Central
Pennsylvania by promoting the importance of nutrition and physical activity.
Charitable Summary

Located in the heart of Happy Valley, the State College Spikes have always believed in the importance of playing a leading role in the community. The Spikes community efforts led to a staggering total
of over $250,000 being raised, all of which went directly back into the Central Pennsylvania community.

The Spikes worked with over 50 non-profit organizations in 2015, and notable community events
that the Spikes were closely involved with included: Opening Ceremonies for the Special Olympics of
Pennsylvania, the Reverse Car Drawing for the American Cancer Societys Coaches vs. Cancer, Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association State Baseball Championships, and a free indoor Halloween trickor-treating event.

The Spikes visited over 30 schools during 2015 and educated students with four school programs:
Healthy Home Runs, Head Above Water, Spikes Essay Contest, and Spikes Books and Baseball.

Giving back to the community has been the top organizational goal for the Spikes since their inaugural year of 2006. The Spikes strive on not only being in the baseball business but also in the memory
making business.
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Spikes Staff Community Involvement
Stephen Christ
Accounting & Box Office Specialist
Assistant Coach
Ben Love
Director of In-Game Entertainment
Nittany Valley Youth Basketball & Promotions
Brian DeAngelis
Director of Ticket Sales Fundraising
Fundraising

Walk Committee Member
Scott Walker
General Manager
Down Syndrome Campaign Ambassador

Society; MS Society
Alzheimers Association Golf Commitee Member
Board Member
Sponsorship Sales
Walk Committee
Volunteer
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Centre Lacrosse
Karen Mahon
Nittany Co-op; Accounting Manager

Starkey Hearing Foundation; Treasurer
Goodwill Hose Co 3; Lungevity
Erik Hoffman
Senior Accountant Executive

Coach
Nittany Valley Youth

Basketball Inc
Centre County
United Way
The Foundation for
Mount Nittany
Medical Center
Central PA Convention
& Visitors Bureau
Coaches vs. Cancer
Penn State
March of Dimes
Salvation Army
Gift in Kind
Patrick Abrams Mem. Scholarship

Saint Catherine of Siena
Relay for Life
Mt. Jewett/Hamlin Sports
Booster Club
B.J. Wetzer Memorial Bellefonte
Softball Scholarship
Brandon Denochick Mem. Ride
Carrie Hackenburg Memorial
Scholarship Fund
State College Ice Hockey
Golf Outting Benefit
Childrens Miracle Network
Huntingdon County Chamber
of Commerce
Bellefont Cruise
Centre Co. Youth Service Bureau
Dom. Relations Coloring Contest
Selinsgrove Wrestling
Jeffery Buck Memorial Softball
Tournament
St. Johns Evangelist Church
PSU OPP
Bald Eagle Area Fun Run
Park Forest Pre School Ride For
Children Poker Run
Dash for Diabetes
Pleasant Gap Elementary
Cure for Mito Mania
Clearfield Area Elem. Schools
Relay for Life Dubois
Adapted Physical Education Field
Day for Centre County
Joseph Elizabeth Shaw Library
Easter Seals Western & Central PA
$40
$20
$112
$40
$56
$40
$20
$40
$28
$20
$80
$133
$120
$20
$20
$30
$370
$90
$20
$40
$10
$60
$40
$60
$60
$40
$40
Milesburg Little League Baseball

Fayette Area Lions Den Inc.
Kane Wolf Golf Benefit
Cystic Fibrosis Associ. 5k Walk
Tyrone Area Chamber of Comm.
Bethany Christian Services
Hollidaysburg YMCA
Jersey Shore Town Meeting
Rhodes Foundation
Mifflin County Library
Lock Haven Univeristy
The Leukemia & Lymphoma So.
Herbies Hometown Loop
St. Mary of the Assump. Church
Schlow Centre Region Library
Wags Grizzlies Baseball
Bucktail SWPBS Program
Palmer Museum of Art
Charity Auction
Kiwanis Club of Blair County
Amber N. Poff Fund. for Taylor
Clinton County Veteran Affairs
Holt Memorial Library Summer
Reading Program
Cameron Co. Quaterback Club
Ruffed Grouse Society
Phillipsburg True Value Hardware
Peoples Choice Festival
Park Forest Mini-Thon
Reliance Fire Company No. 1
East Juniata High School Girls
Basketball Team
Bigler YMCA
Rec Center Northern Blair County
ACRP Mega Sports Ticket
Resource Program
$40
$40
$40
$100
$40
$45
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$20
$20
$400
$20
$20
$40
$20
$40
$60
$40
$40
$20
$20
$40
$640
$40
$80
$20
$40
$40
Osceola Mills Elementary

Front and Center Production Auct.
Bellefonte Area High School
Athletic Department
Penn State Materials Research
Institute
Fulton County Medical Center
Cub Scout Pack 44 of Pine
Grove Mills
Centre County Library
The Herr Memorial Library
Relay for Life
Moshashannon Valley
The Nativity of the Virgin Mary
Orthodox Church
Snow Shoe Car Show and Festival
Newburg Volunteer Fire Dept.
Penn State Division of Development
& Alumni Relations
Uptown Music Collective
Mt. Nittany Medical Center
Calvary Church
State College Friend School
Penn State Womens Soccer Team
Play for Brian
Community Diversity Conference
Benner Elementary School PTA
Winter Carnival
Central PA Yetis
Warrior Run High School
Bellefonte Wrestling Grappler Open
Juniata Mennonite School
Houtzdale Fire Company No.1 5k
Centre Peace
Johnsonburg Public Library
Bald Eagle Area All Night Party
$200
$40
$40
$40
$40
$130
$80
$80
$40
$40
$50
$40
$40
$40
$700
$40
$65
$150
$40
$100
$180
$80
$40
$60
$20
$20
$20
$20
$40
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Annual Fundraising & Contributions cont.

Mo Valley YMCA
Clearfield YMCA 5K and Kids Dash
Western PA CARES for Kids
State College Area High School
Football 5K
United Way of Blair County
Bellefonte Soccer
Clearfield Society for Handicapped
Central Pennsylyvania Community
Action, INC
Mike Orsich Memorial Fund
Osceola Mills Elem. Reading Prog.
Tyrone Hoopfest
MDA Lockup Event
St. Johns United Church of Christ
Saint Benedict Church
Juniata County Library
St. John Baptist Orthodox Church
WV Power Baseball Charities
First Quality Lewistown
March of Dimes W. Penn Division
Wingate Elementary School
Mifflin County School District
Womens Welcome Club of
State College
Josh Fay Memorial Softball Tourn.
Grampian Lions Club
Down Under Sports
St. John the Evangelist
Catholic School
Charged Ministries
Venture Club of Centre County
Congenital Heart Walk
State College YMCA
Be Wise Campaign & In Your Shoes
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$50
$20
$20
$40
$20
$55
$20
$40
$20
$20
$40
$40
$20
$20
$40
$20
$25
$40
$100
$200
$200
$40
$20
$60
$40
$40
$40
$75
$40
$40
$40
$40
Nittany Lion Aquatic Club

Pennsylvania Pink Zone
United Way of Blair County
Centre LifeLink
Knight of Columbus
International Lions Club
Sacred Heart School
Woodland Comm. Unit District No. 5
St. Johns United Church of Christ
State College Area High School
Skyesville Volunteer Fire Dept.
Centre Wildlife Care
People Always Responding with
Compassion
Winburne Vol. Fire Co
Lebanon Valley Youth for Christ
Huntingdon Christian Academy
Kiwanis
Camp Mount Luther
Belleville Mennonite School
Golf Tournament
Lumina
Hershey Jr. Bears
Comm. Arts Center of Cambria Co.
Centre County Christian Academy
4-H Clubs Inc.
Dubois Christian Schools
Woodmen of the World
Relay for Life
Graduate Women is Science
Woolrich Little League
Borough of State College
Sandy Horse Company #1
Curwensville PTC
People to People
Gallitzin Sportsman Association
$40
$55
$55
$40
$40
$20
$40
$40
$40
$40
$20
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
West Beaver Township Veterans

Penn State Altoona Student
Government Association
Pope John Paul II High School
Moshannon Valley EMS
Clearfield Chamber of Commerce
Tanners Troupers
Community Help Centers
Relay for Life of Happy Valley
Cub Scout Pack 50
George Washington Elem. PTO
Bellefonte Elks Club
Dickson School of Laws
Public Interest Law Fund
McEldowney Academic
Scholarship Fund
Glenn Acres Elementary School
Punxsutawney Rotary Club
Hollidaysburg Area Womens Club
Dubois Central Catholic
Evangelical Community Hospital
Operation Santa Claus
Brookville Baseball Clinic
Penns Valley Softball
Bishop Shanahan High School
DuBois Educational Foundation
Bellefonte Little League
Indian Valley Elementary Home &
School Association
Ramey Fire Engine Co. No. 1
March for Babies
Transport Services at Penn State
Schlow Centre Region Library
West Decatur Little League Team
West Branch Area School District
Annual Fundraising & Contributions cont.

$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$60
$45
$40
$40
$50
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$320
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$20
Mom Prom
$40
Houserville-Woodcrest United
Methodist Charge
$30
Mount Unior Area School District
$40
Genres Kids with Cancer Fund
$40
Alexs Lemonade Stand
$40
Paterno Family Run
$45
St. Leos School
$40
Grampian Penn Bloom Fire Comp.
$40
Our Childrens Center Montessori
$40
Bald Eagle Area All Night Party
$40
Youth Community Wrestling Club
$20
PSU OPP
$70
Glendale Education Foundation
$40
Community Progress Council Inc
$40
Curwensville Public Library
$40
Mill Hall Elementary PTO
$40
Penn-Grampian Elementary PTO
$50
Mount Unior Area School District
$40
Bald Eagle Area HS
$40
Penn State Dubois
$60
Philipsburg-Osceola Wrestling Club $80
Grace Lutheran Preschool &
Kindergarten
$100
Carlisle Area Little League
$40
Centre Homecare. Inc. & Centre
Crossing Hospice
$65
YMCA of Centre Co.
$120
Garrettford-Drexel Hill Fire Co.
$40
Benton Area Little League
$40
Mount Nittany Middle School
$40
John Carroll Ambulance Service
$40
Juniata County School District
$40
YMCA of Centre Co. at the
Moshannon Valley Branch

Lake Lehman Baseball Booster Club
VFW Post 43
Dayridge Volunteer Fire Dept.
Relay for Life
Slippery Rock University
Clinton County S.P.C.A.
Penn State Hershey Med. Center
Hollidaysburg Catholic School
Bunkertown Church
Relay for Life Team
The Learning Express
Ty Yonkin Legacy Fund
St. Joseph Home and School
Marion Walker Elementary
Bingo for Brandi
Palmer Museum of Art
The Skills Foundation
Bellefonte Sunrise Rotary Club
Basilica of St. Michael the Archangel
St. Josephs Catholic Church
Centre County CYS
Clinton County United Way
Laurel Highlands Intensity
Ski Gap Community Center
Special Olympics
Borough of North Cambria
Monetary Donations
The Foundation for Mount

Nittany Medical Center
Nittany Valley Little League
The Pink Zone at Penn State
$40
$40
$45
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$60
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$60
$60
$40
$40
$40
$40
State College Little League

$250
Youth Service Bureau
$200
Bellefonte Little League
$75
Mount Union Little League
$100
ClearWater Conservancy
$550
Coaches Vs. Cancer
$1,000
Philipsburg-Osceola Little League $150
Phi Sigma Rho/Phi Sigma Kappa

$50
PSU For Local Wounded Warriors $2,566
Eastern PA Hemophilia Found.
$500
HealthSouth
$2,000
Nittany Co-Op
$4,500
Phi Chi Theta
$50
Ohana
$50
Team REAM
$5,077
The Foundation for Mount
Nittany Medical Center
$5,205
Childrens Miracle Network
$7,000
March for Dimes Foundation
$59,223
Alzheimers Asscoiation
$73,000
MS Society
$30,000
Centre County Down
Syndrome Society
$24,000
Starkey Hearing Foundation
$1,500
Pink Zone
$50
Team RWB
$500
Goodwill Hose Co3
$1,000
$1,240 Gift In Kind

$250 In Stadium Fundraising
$1,000 Monetary Donations
$13,284
$211,066
$3,575
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Angels on a Leash/Fur Friends in Need
Dog Days of Summer

Richmond County Bank Ballpark at St. George
Staten Island, NY
MLB Affiliate: New York Yankees
Charitable Summary

The Staten Island Yankees have been an important part of the Staten Island community since the
teams inception. During the 2015 season the Staten Island Yankees continued their efforts with many local and national charities and supported programs.

The Staten Island Yankees continually dedicate time, expertise, and resources to make a positive
impact in our community. The teams mascot, Scooter the Holy Cow, is likely the most well known figure
on Staten Island, attending hundreds of events each year. The front office staff also dedicates their time
volunteering for events, participating in fund raising walks and other fundraisers, and lending time and
expertise by sitting on various boards and committees. The organization also donates tickets and merchandise to organizations throughout the year.

The Staten Island Yankees have developed strong relationships with many community organizations throughout the years. The organization looks forward to continuing to grow these relationships and
to developing new partnerships in the future.
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For the second year in a row, the Staten Island Yankees hosted Dog Days of Summer, allowing fans to
bring their dogs to the ballpark to enjoy a game. Around 100 dogs roamed Richmond County Bank Ballpark while more than $500 was given back to the organizations Angels on a Leash and Fur Friends in Need.
Boy Scouts of America

Boy Scout Sleepover
The Staten Island Yankees gave Boy Scouts from the New York City and New Jersey areas the opportunity
to pitch a tent and camp out on the field of Richmond County Bank Ballpark for a night during the 2015
season. In addition to camping out on the field, Scouts got to watch a movie on the video board with the
Manhattan skyline resting in the background.
Hungerford School
Work/Study Program
The Hungerford School strives to help students develop to their maximum potential and functional levels by providing them with essential social, emotional, language, technological and academic skills. The
Staten Island Yankees have partnered with the Hungerford School to create a work/study program to help
students develop skills to help them succeed.
Kids Against Cancer

Kids Against Cancer Night sponsored by SIUH
On July 31, 2015, the Staten Island Yankees exchanged their traditional pinstripes in favor of Kids Against
Cancerthemed jerseys. The jerseys were auctioned after the game to benefit Kids Against Cancer. Survivors
of pediatric cancer from Staten Island were honored with an in-game Home Run for Life as well. The first
2,500 fans in the ballpark also received a replica Kids Against Cancer Staten Island Yankees jersey.
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New York City schools

School Fundraising Program
Various organizations
Scooter the Holy Cow Appearances
One on One Physical Therapy

3rd Annual High School Baseball Senior Game
Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary

Meet George R.R. Martin Night
The Staten Island Yankees partner each year with local schools to help raise funds for their educational
programs, supplies, special projects, etc. Through a ticket fundraising program, two students from this
partnership get the chance to experience Spring Training in Tampa with the New York Yankees.
In 2015, the Staten Island Yankees and One on One Physical Therapy held the 4th Annual High School
Baseball Senior Game and fundraiser for autism awareness at Richmond County Bank Ballpark. Several
local Staten Island children were honored, and the money raised benefited multiple autism organizations
on Staten Island. For the baseball game, there were 40 high school seniors from Staten Island public and
private schools. Based on a criteria set forth by One On One, one player was awarded $2,500 scholarship.
Various groups and non-profits

HOPE Week
The New York Yankees HOPE Week initiative (Helping Others Persevere & Excel) is rooted in the fundamental belief that acts of goodwill provide hope and encouragement to more than just the recipient of the gesture. The Staten Island Yankees adopted the parent clubs initiative in 2011 and carried the tradition into
2015 for a fifth season. Staten Island Yankees players, front office staff and Scooter the Holy Cow spent time
visiting different locations on Staten Island, brightening the day of many individuals. Activities included
playing baseball at the College of Staten Island with The Melissa Riggio Higher Education Program, meeting and greeting patients at the pediatric ward of Staten Island University Hospital and an in-game Home
Run for Life involving pediatric cancer survivors during the teams Kids Against Cancer Night presented by
SIUH on July 31.
Scooter the Holy Cow, our fan-favorite mascot, travels all over the New York City area, advocating for many
causes for the greater good. Throughout the season, Scooter made appearances at the Walk to Defeat ALS,
Relay for Life, local schools, summer camps and Little League games just to name a few.
On Aug. 8, 2015, author and creator of the hit-series Game of Thrones George R.R. Martin stopped by the
Richmond County Bank Ballpark at St. George to meet fans and sign autographs. With him, came a live
wolf from the Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary. The Staten Island Yankees became the Direwolves for the night
and donned jerseys inspired by the Stark family from Game of Thrones. The Hudson Valley Renegades
also wore Game of Thrones themed jerseys. These game-worn jerseys were auctioned to benefit the Wild
Spirit Wolf Sanctuary, helping the organization care for wild wolves in New Mexico.
Wounded Warriors Project

Megans Lemonade Stand
The Staten Island Yankees partnered with the Ajellos to host a fundraising event at the Richmond County
Bank Ballpark at St. George. All funds generated went to the Wounded Warriors Project. Also, the first 2,500
fans in the ballpark received a Megans Lemonade Stand souvenir cup. This was the 4th year of Megans
Lemonade Stand at the ballpark.
Various groups and organizations

Richmond County Bank Ballpark Tours
The Staten Island Yankees accommodated and provided tours for numerous local schools and youth groups
throughout the 2015 season, showing visitors a spectacular view of the Manhattan skyline.
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Yankees Staff Community Involvement

Jane Rogers
President & General Manager
MiLB Baseball Chapel
Eden II Foundation
Staten Island Economic
Development Corporation
Chamber of Commerce
Jillian Wright
Manager, Sponsorship Services

In-Stadium Fundraising
Advisory Board Member

Business Council Member
Member
ALS Member
Girl Scouts of America

Wild Spirit Wolf Sanctuary
Staten Island University Hospital
Angels of a Leash
Fur Friends in Need
School Fundraising Program
Gift In Kind
Megans Lemonade
Sustainable America
Donation baskets (various organizations)
Donation tickets (various organizations)
New York City Mayors Office
Donation suites (various organizations)
One-on-One Physical Therapy
Scooter appearances (various organizations)
Gift in Kind
$179
$15,000
$3,613
$280
$255
$27,113
$500
$6,500
$9,000
$1,000
$97,920
$5,000
$16,000
$6,500
$3,600
$ 46,440
$ 146,020
OverallContributions for 2015: $192,460
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As the Capital Region has continued to support the team, win or lose, it is imperative that the ValleyCats continue to give back whenever possible. These community efforts are important as the team
continues to create Fans for Life with each person that walks through the front gates.
Tri-City ValleyCats
Joseph L. Bruno Stadium - Troy, NY

MLB Affiliate: Houston Astros

Albany Fire Extinguisher
AFE Safe At Home
Albany Fire Extinguisher partnered with the ValleyCats for a fifth year to
keep fans safe at home. During every home ValleyCats game, fans were
encouraged to register to win a fire extinguisher. In total, over 50 fire extinguishers were given to Cats fans.
Alzheimers Association of North Eastern NY

Battle of the Badges
Charitable Summary
Through partnerships with charitable organizations, or volunteer efforts by the front office staff,
players and coaches, the ValleyCats organization recognizes and embraces the responsibility to make a
difference in the Capital Region community.

In 2015, the ValleyCats dedicated thousands of hours to community outreach and charitable initiatives. As a member of the Capital Region for over 14 years, the Cats remain active year-round, striving to
give back to the community in a multitude of ways.

Each year the ValleyCats make 160+ appearances, many including the most recognizable mascot in
the Capital Region SouthPaw. The team visits schools, libraries, camps, walks, and fundraising events. At
the stadium, the ValleyCats host ticket fundraisers and events including charity takeover nights for the
Ronald McDonald House of the Capital Region and Make-A-Wish of Northeast New York. On non-game
days the Cats hosted the Rensselaer County Relay For Life and the Make-A-Wish Walks for Wishes, as well
as, the Capital Region Craft Brewers Festival.
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On Friday, June 5th the ValleyCats hosted a softball tournament at The Joe to raise money and awareness for
Blondes vs. Brunettes NENY and the Alzheimers Association of North Eastern New York. The tournament included
teams from the Albany County Sheriffs Office, Rensselaer County Sheriffs Office, Troy Police Department, and NYS
Hostage and Rescue. The first year event raised $4,950.

Relay for Life of Rensselaer County
On September 26, the Rensselaer County Relay for Life took place at Joe Bruno Stadium raising over $29,000 for the
American Cancer Society. With over 200 participants, the Relay for Life event at The Joe has become a fall event
that we look to continue for years to come.
Chevy Youth Baseball

Free Clinic
This past summer over one hundred area kids were invited to participate in a Chevy Youth Baseball Clinic at The
Joe from 9 AM - 1 PM on Sunday, July 18th. This free clinic was made possible by Chevy Youth Baseball as well as the
donated time and efforts of ValleyCats players and staff. Each child also received lunch and a goodie bag.
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Coaches vs Cancer
Friday Night Lights
Kiwanis Club of Troy

Sunday Summer Reading
The ValleyCats hosted the Friday Night Lights series featuring some of the best Section II High School Baseball
rivalries. In total, twelve high school teams were able to play at The Joe over three Friday nights in April and May.
These Coaches vs Cancer match-ups benefited the American Cancer Society. The participating schools helped by
selling tshirts, tickets, and by raising money for the cause.

Game Night
The Tri-City ValleyCats hosted Ed Randalls Fans for the Cure on Wednesday,
July 29th, 2015. Fans for the Cure had an information table on the concourse, pregame PA announcements and video, and signage around the
ballpark. The event was highlighted with a visit from Ed Randall and the
autographed team bat raffle.
First Niagara
Community Spotlight
During the 2015 season, First Niagara invited Capital Region nonprofits to set up an information table at each
ValleyCats home game. With 38 home games, 38 different nonprofits were able to spread their message to ValleyCats fans at The Joe. Each nonprofit received a Videoboard/PA welcome, 10 tickets to the game, and a table on
the busiest area of the concourse to distribute information and engage fans. These nonprofits, included St Jude
Childrens Research Hospital, the Bus Stop Club, Ronald McDonald House Charities, Literacy Volunteers, Humane
Society, Salvation Army, and more.
General Electric
GE Kids in Free
On Saturday, June 27th and Saturday, August 22, 2015 kids were invited to attend the ValleyCats game free of charge. General Electric sponsored GE Kids
In Free Day at the ballpark and families could receive up to 4 free tickets with
the purchase of each adult ticket. In total, GE underwrote 3,000 tickets for
Capital Region children.
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Continuing the successful program started in 2013, the ValleyCats partnered with the Kiwanis Club of Troy once
again for Sunday Summer Reading. Families were invited to enter the stadium early and listen to ValleyCats players
read a book to the children. The Cats answered questions, took photos, signed autographs, and read the days book
aloud. Each child in attendance got to take home a copy of the days book courtesy of the Kiwanis Club of Troy.
Books were baseball themed and the team averaged 50-60 kids each week.
Make-A-Wish of Northeastern NY
Walk for Wishes
The Second Annual Walk for Wishes was held at The Joe on Saturday, August 29th, 2015.
With over 400 participants, the walk raised over $49,000 for Make-A-Wish of Northeastern
NY. Walkers were invited to arrive early and partake in face painting and other activities.
The walk finished on the baseball field and then the activities continued for an afternoon
of family fun.
New York 529 College Savings Program

Summer Reading Program
Throughout the summer, the Tri-City ValleyCats front office, players and mascots traveled to local libraries to read to
kids. Each library was given a block of tickets which were then handed out to the kids who completed their summer
reading program. The team distributed 2,000 tickets to Summer Reading Night on August 31st courtesy of NY 529
College Savings Program.
Rensselaer County Stop D.W.I.

R.I.D.E. Program
In 2015, the Tri-City ValleyCats once again partnered with Rensselaer County Stop DWI and DeCrescente Distributing Company to help crack down on drunk driving. The R.I.D.E. program (or Renssealer County Invites Designated
Drivers Everyday) encouraged fans to get home safe by filling out a R.I.D.E. voucher and receiving $15 towards their
cab fare home. The program also encouraged designated drivers to register at each home game to receive
complimentary non-alcoholic beverages all game long.
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Tri-City ValleyCats
Capital Region Series
The Fifth Annual Capital Region Series took place throughout the summer at Joe Bruno Stadium. Organized by ValleyCats Senior Account Executive, Chris Dawson, local businesses signed up to play in this double elimination tournament which raised over $8,000 for the ValleyCats Field Renovation Program through the New York-Penn League
Charitable Foundation.
In 2015 the ValleyCats and corporate partners including National Grid, CFO For
Hire, Sysco, The Peanut Processors, and Twin Rivers Council continued the Community Dugout program. This program provided over 2,000 complimentary ValleyCats tickets to non-profit organizations during the season.
Participant
Committee Chair
(Youth & Teen Program)
Board Member
Participant/Volunteer
Ronald McDonald
House Charities
Rensselaer County Chamber
Leadership Institute
Troy YMCA
Troy YMCA
Ronald McDonald House
Charities Hockey League
Chris Chenes
Media & Production Manager
Volunteer
Board Member
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Member
Planning Commitee
Tech Valley Referral Group

Albany Boys & Girls Club
Jessica Kaszeta
Ticket Office Manager
Relay For Life Committee

Member/Team Captain
Living Resources
Troy Boys & Girls Club
Planning Commitee
Member
Battle of the Badges

Southern Saratoga Chamber
of Commerce Leads Group
Volunteer
Tearing Up the Turf with Timmy
Sport Managment
Hudson Valley
Mentor
Community College &
Shen High School
Volunteer
Project Memory Keepers
Fundraising Commitee
Blondes vs Brunettes
Team Captain
Albany PAL Kickball
Relay For Life Volunteer
Board Member
Board Member
Christopher Dawson
Senior Account Executive
Elyse Zima
Administrative Assistant
Albany Running Exchange

Hudson Mohawk Road
Runners Club
Rick Murphy
COO/Executive Vice President
ValleyCats Staff Community Involvement

Capital Cup Participant
Aaron Hodge
Account Executive
Member
Member
Various
Community Dugout
Matt Callahan
General Manager
ValleyCats Staff Community Involvement (cont.)
Albany Police Athletic League

BIRCO (Baseball Internet Rights
Company)
Board Member
Rensselaer Regional
Chamber of Commerce
Corporator
Berkshire Medical Center
Participant
Relay For Life of Rensselear Co.
Exec. Leadership Team
American Heart Assoc.
Volunteer
Albany PAL Holiday
Lights in the Park
Board Member
Berkshire Bank
Michelle Skinner
Volunteer/St Jude Hero
Walk for Wishes Comm. Member
St Jude Childrens
Research Hospital
Make-A-Wish of
Northeast NY
Relay For Life Committee

Member/Team Captain
Member
Epsilon Sigma Alpha Int.
Board Member/Past President
Troy Kiwanis Club
Alumni Mentor
Ball State University SPTAD
Salvation Army
Member
Hudson Mohawk Road
Runners Club
Winter Games Volunteer
Special Olympics NY
Keith Sweeney
Stadium Operations Manager
Basketball Coach
Coach
Board Member
Guilderland YMCA
Guilderland Little League
Capital District Easter Seals of NY
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Gift in kind
Ronald McDonald
House Charities
St Pius X School
Green Island Little League
St Marys St Alphonsus
Catholic School
Grafton Lakes State Park
Bishop Maginn High School
Midland RockHounds
Altamont Free Library
Beloit Snappers
SUNY RF
Pittsfield Rotary
Amsterdam Mohawks Baseball
Halfmoon Baseball League(12U)
Averill Park High School
Music Department
St Marys School
Delmarva Shorebirds
Salem Red Sox
Cohoes Community Center
St Pius X School
Capital Roots
Colonie Senior Services Center
Cohoes Waterford Elks
RPMs Youth Group
Epilepsy Found. of N.E. NY
Pittsfield Police Dept
Altamont Elementary School
Syracuse Chiefs Charitable
Foundation
Heatly High School
Gardner Dickinson Elementary
Camp Givah
Loudonville Elementary School
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$138
$65
$75
$60
$106
$65
$60
$65
$25
$75
$100
$115
$100
$58
$100
$25
$25
$30
$58
$95
$65
$100
$65
$55
$48
$106
$55
$30
$65
$75
$65
$60
St Kateri Tekakwitha
Parish School
Hannahs Hope Fund
Cambridge Lions Club
Bethlehem Tomboys
Cohoes Connect Youth Center
St Pauls Episcopal Church
Galway Central School District
Mechanicville Area Community
Services Center
South Colonie Central Schools
CRAAB!
Commission for Economic
Opportunities
Brittonkill PTSA (Tamarac
Elementary)
Turnpike Elementary School
Sacandaga Bible Conference
Rifenburg Construction
Whiskers Animal Benevolent
League
JDRF
Voorheesville Pre-School
Mekeel Christian Academy
New Scotland Elementary
Gordon Creek 5th Grade
Lou Desso
Albany Fund for Education
Christian Brothers Academy
Showing Love for Pam
Jammin For JP
American Foundation for
Suicide Prevention
Rensselaer County
St Ambrose School
Mary E Dardess Elementary
Cub Scout Pack 528
$65
$100
$65
$45
$500
$65
$40
$65
$100
$158
$65
$45
$75
$58
$85
$58
$85
$156
$40
$58
$58
$115
$100
$58
$500
$98
$48
$125
$75
$48
$48

Samaritan Hospital
School 14
Pashley Elementary School
Hope For Women
IronPigs Charities
Tina Maries Dance Academy
East Greenbush Central Schools
Sheehy-Palmer VFW Post 6776
Albany Marching Falcons
Desso Family
Albany Med Childrens Hospital
Stallmer Family Adoption
Mayors Cup
RC Little League
Robert & Dorothy Ludwig
JCC of Schenectady
Algonquin Middle School
Phoenix Insurance Companies
Fort Orange District Scouts
Green County Outlaws
Colonie Chamber of Commerce
BSA Troop 1075
Okte Elementary School PTA
Guilderland Varsity Gymnastics
KiDS NEED MoRE
Troy Fire Department
Bennington Little Leag. All-Stars
Fraternal Order of Police 8
Electric City Bombers
Plan Ahead Events
Karens Kids
CDTA
JDRF
YMCA Troy
$68
$65
$58
$48
$100
$65
$30
$30
$55
$75
$105
$100
$85
$105
$115
$58
$85
$40
$65
$40
$40
$40
$40
$40
$48
$46
$48
$122
$59
$280
$60
$58
$90
$150
$70
$75

BPI Piping
Lansingburgh Football
Booster Club
Leach Memorial Golf Outing
Timothy J Murphy Foundation
Cohoes Community Center
College of St Rose
College of St Rose
Myrtle Beach Pelicans
Berkshire Visitors Bureau
Albany Blue Collar Union
Price Chopper
Watervliet Elks Ladies Aux
Albany Dutchmen
PKU Helping Hands
Cornell University Coop. Ext
Rhino Run 5k
St Lukes Catholic Church
Chuck Burkhart Family
Dees Kids
Veterans Miracle Center
Church of St Mary at
Clinton Heights
Dress for Success Albany
To Love a Child
Make-A-Wish Northeast NY
Albany Knickerbockers
March of Dimes
Altamont 5k
St Peters Health Partners
Lisa Graber-Miller Fundraiser
Newmeadow
Troy Police Benevolent Assoc.
The Next Step
School 18
St Ambrose School
$73
$94
$108
$100
$62
$40
$52
$40
$48
$40
$100
$62
$93
$48
$96
$62
$48
$40
$40
$40
$60
$48
$150
$75
$85
$550
$44
$70
$40
$62
$60
$55
$70
$62
$60
$95
St Pauls Center
Solarize Troy
Sand Lake Kiwanis
Rifenburg Construction
Charities
St Rose Mens Basketball
Burnt Hills United Soccer Club
PKU Helping Hands
Catholic Charities
The Cathedral of All Saints
Twin Rivers Council
The ARC of Rensselaer County
Regional Food Bank of NENY
Boght Hills Elementary
Troy Rehabilitation
Improvement Program
STRIDE Adaptive Sports
Capital District Womens
Employment & Resource Center
Tamarac Elementary
Cornerstone Comm. Church
Elmsere Elementary PTA
Unity House
Time Warner Cable
Just Breathe
Pride Center of the Capital Reg.
Sharon Springs Library
AW Becker Elementary
Chatham Little League
Empire Servicedog Program
Rensselaer Honda
Sunnyview Rehabilitation
Hospital Foundation
Central Park Rose Garden
Restoration Committee
Catholic Charities
$62
$150
$85
$122
$75
$62
$40
$48
$40
$40
$88
$115
$95
$62
$62
$62
$240
$48
$40
$62
$62
$62
$48
$48
$96
$48
$48
$48
$66
$62
$62
$62
$62
East Coast Crushers

Mekeel Christian Academy
CF Foundation
Gloversville Dugout Club
Rob K Cancer Fundraiser
Capital District Soap Box Derby
Taconic Hills Elementary
In Our Own Voices, Inc
St Colemans Home
Brunswick Elks
Siena College
Castleton Boat Club
Sight Society of Northeast NY
Colonie Senior Services Center
Scleroderma Foundation
Saratoga Bridges
Charities
Ellis Medicine
Schoharie Area Long Term Inc
Seton Health Auxiliary
Scotia-Glenville Lions Club
Muscular Dystrophy Assoc.
Thursday Night Nine Hole
Ladies League
MiLB Charities
MTI Instruments
Capital Region Miracle League
Texas de Brazil
Lives Made Easier, Inc
Sight Society of Northeast NY
Pink Ribbon Riders
Rensselaer Co. Humane Society
National Fallen Firefighters
Foundation
Wyatt Spencer Memorial
$131
$62
$500
$65
$62
$120
$48
$48
$48
$135
$62
$40
$40
$48
$82
$62
$48
$48
$62
$62
$48
$125
$62
$70
$75
$62
$40
$62
$54
$62
$62
$62
$88
$92
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Scholarship Fund
$40
Catholic Charities Disabilities
Services
$62
West Virginia Power
$20
Hospice of Rensselaer County
$75
Star of Bethlehem
$250
Easter Seals of NY
$608
Strides Against Breast Cancer
$55
Chenes Family
$100
Play if Forward 518
$102
Rensselaer Polytechnic
Institute Athletics
$90
North Greenbush Kiwanis Club
$75
Transfiguration Parish
$175
Capital Reg. Theological Center
$40
Coxsackie Council on the Arts
$62
Charitable Foundation
(Community Grounds Crew) $17,000
St Ambrose School
$75
Pashley Elementary School
$48
Rotterdam Sunrise Rotary
$48
TJ Smith Memorial Fund
$48
Joe Fingerhut Memorial
$48
Twin Town Warriors
$48
CSEA
$500
Altamont Pageant
$48
Altamont Fair
$48
Colonie Town Library
$55
$20
Charitable Foundation (Ads)
$3,850
Gwinnett Braves
$20
Charities (Ad)
$2,500
American Red Cross
$500
CF Foundation
$500
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Sons of the American Legion

$54
Clifton Park Family Night
$120
Sulz Family
$105
Kiwanis Club of Delmar
$85
Soul Rebel Performance Troupe
$58
Augusta GreenJackets
$20
Omaha Storm Chasers
$20
Schoharie County ARC
$77
National Baseball Hall of
Fame and Museum
$1,350
GE
$50
Susan G Komen Foundation
$48
St Jude Childrens Hospital
$195
Fort Crailo
$48
Mater Christi Parish
$48
Maple Hill Pre-School
$48
Charles Perkins Memorial
$48
River Run Comm. Montessori
$40
Tammy Van Kuren Family
$40
Computer Science Corporation
$80
Edward L Witko Memorial Fund
$40
Albany Cougars Hockey Club
$100
$40
Mohawk Hudson Lance
Conservancy
$62
Ghent Reformed Church
$40
Burnt Hills Ballston Lake
Education Foundation
$40
Sacred Heart School
$40
Derek Murphy Foundation
$50
Bob Vickers Family
$50
Keller Williams
$250
Church of the Blessed Sacrament $80
Rensselaer Pop Warner Football
$48
Voorheesville Community &
School Foundation
$65
Maples Ski Ridge
$62
Down Syndrome Aim High

Resource Center
$135
Arsenal Business & Technology
Partnership
$100
Rensselaer County Dept for Youth
$62
WTENs Steve Caporizzos Pet
Connection
$54
Spartan Youth Football
$145
Childhood Apraxia of Speech
$62
$48
NY Long-Term Care Brokers
$62
Kids Count!
$54
Autism Society Greater
Capital Region
$54
$500
Girl Scouts of Northeastern NY
$48
Monmouth Worship Center
$22
Castleton Elem. School PTO
$48
Nick Colaneri Fund
$100
Council of Supply Chain
Management Professional
$48
American Legion Post 927
$48
St Henrys Church
$80
Troy Bowling Association
Youth Leaders
$48
Sunnyview Rehabilitation
Hospital Foundation
$75
Capital City Rescue Mission
$40
Wiccopee Fire Company
$55
Nassau Reformed Church
$62
PEF
$75
Arthritis Foundation
$55
$48
$75
Shaker Road PTA
$40
St Marys Academy
$66

Duanesburg Area Community
Center
$58
Hope 7 Community Center
$90
$1,070
Make-A-Wish: Ohio, Kentucky
& Indiana
$85
UMPS Care
$250
Saratoga Academy
$40
St Jude the Apostle School
$85
Mater Christi School
$100
Susan Odell Taylor School
$58
Rensselaer Renegades
$55
Excelsior College
$58
Allen & Maria Lockrow
Scholarship Fund
$58
Albany Med Kids
$160
Quad Graphics
$48
East Greenbush Education
Foundation
$68
Huntingtons Disease
Society of America
$50
Express Scripts
$66
Girl Scouts of Northeastern NY
$70
Greenfield Yellow Jackets
$40
UNICO of Pittsfield
$58
Musicians of Maalwyck
$58
LLS Man of the Year
$140
Ludlow Community Center/
Randall Boys & Girls Club
$58
Blue Star Mothers of America
$90
Lansingburgh Little League
$58
Mechanicville Stillwater
Lassie League
$66
BCHS Track & Field Booster Club
$40
Helping Hands
$48
Schenectady Cancer Found.
$58
Addictions Care Center Albany
$66

$50
Capital Deistrict Titans
Baseball Club
$58
Rensselaer Polytechnic Inst.
$58
LLS Man of the Year
$198
Pints for Prostates
$48
Sons of the American Legion
$66
Tammy Skawinski Fund
$40
Boy Scout Troop 62
$40
Paige Marie Grimmick Fund
$40
Autism Society Greater
Capital Region
$66
JDRF - Coopers Crew
$58
Delanson Fire Company
$58
Business Professionals
$58
Lyndhurst Elementary
$75
Troy School District
$58
Free to be Me Rescue
$73
Plan Ahead Events
$40
Berkshire Visitors Bureau
$100
WCDB Albany
$66
CAP COM Cares Foundation
$100
Peerless Insurance
$48
Capital District Rotary
$80
$90
NY District Kiwanis
$225
Plan Ahead Events
$50
LaSalle Institute
$120
Loudonville Christian School
$48
Starlight Foundation
$1,000
Cartersville-Bartow County
Challenger League
$180
ADAPT - Hoosick Falls \
Central School
$65
Sacred Heart School
$48
Frederick Keys Baseball
$25
Berlin Alumni Association

The Mary Fund
College of St Rose
Loudonville Christian School
Shen Pre-School PTA
Colonie Girls Basketball
Easter Seals of NY
Wonderland Cooperative
Nursery School
CP Crusaders Baseball
St Baldricks
Charities
Watervliet Baseball
Boy Scout Troop 46/
Cub Pack 211
Schoharie Mohawk Initiave for
Science & Technology
Stick it to Brain Tumors
Our Saviors Lutheran School
eba Dance Theatre
Rensselaer Boys & Girls Club
Mohonasen Winter Guard
Tri-City Bombers
Bus Stop Club
St Baldricks
Office of General Services
Mazzone Hospitality
Veeder PTA
Troy HS Lacrosse
Cub Scout Pack 105
St Henrys Church
Literacy Volunteers
Grafton Baptist Church
Grafton Volunteer Fire Dept.
$60
$48
$65
$100
$65
$45
$660
$55
$50
$66
$48
$75
$58
$50
$40
$48
$48
$66
$55
$58
$65
$175
$66
$250
$993
$40
$66
$100
$66
$60
$58
$48
$58
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Hi-5 Sports
Charities
Zoller School PTA
Division Street School PTA
Saratoga American Little Leag.
Rensselaer Plateau Alliance
Dunkin Donuts
Capital District Child
Care Council
Saratoga Wilton Kiwanis
Colonie Police Department
Capital Cardiology Associates
Watervliet Public Library
Mental Health Assoc. of NYS
Bethlethem Mickey Mantle
Jamie Dwojakowski Fund
Brown School
Sand Creek Middle School
Mazzone Hospitality
Literacy Volunteers of
Rensselaer County
St Pauls Youth Group
Albany County Bar Association
Tin Tee Pee Camp Ground
Averill Park Fire Department
Capital Region Postal
Customer Council
Bet Shraga Hebrew Academy
Church of St Clare
Wives Behind the Badge
Jaeger + Flynn Associates
Center for Disablity Services
Van Rensselaer Kiwanis Div.
Albany Rotary
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$58
$164
$58
$40
$48
$75
$500
$264
$48
$48
$58
$48
$48
$75
$66
$48
$66
$48
$66
$80
$66
$40
$80
$80
$48
$48
$58
$48
$90
$66
$58
$90
$240
Lifesong
$58
Charities
$1066
Mayfair Nursery School
$58
Averill Park Indoor Track
$80
Youth For Christ
$58
Coxsackie Athens Little League
$50
Youth Council of All Saints on
the Hudson Church
$40
Delmar Rotary
$80
Union Athletics
$66
$66
NYS Police Investigators Assoc.
$66
Oakwood Christian School
$40
Ballston Spa Elks
$58
Coxsackie Elementary PTO
$58
County Executive Dan McCoy
$75
Ryans Farmers Market
$116
ValleyCats BaseBowl
$491
of Bennington
$48
MLB Construction Services
$48
West Sand Lake Elementary
$48
Voorheesville PTA
$40
St Gregorys School
$66
Girl Scouts - Griswold Heights
$58
School 2
$120
St Pauls Episcopal Church
$58
Guilderland Public Library
$500
$540
Girls Inc
$85
ENY Titans
$70
SPCA of Upstate NY
$66
Colonie Boys Lacrosse Boosters
$75
Sisters of St Joseph-Carondelet
$40
Grace Christian School
$48
BSA Troop 1701
$48
St Marys Church
Diocese of Albany Catholic
Schools
Guilderland Chamber of
Commerce
Wildwood Foundation
XOS
Miracle League
South Colonie Central Schools
Mohawk Hudson Humane So.
St Anne Institute
Francis L Stevens PTA
Michelle Maloney
Poestenkill Elementary
Derek Murphy Foundation
Best Buddies
Albany County Council PTA
Cherry Blossom Race For ALS
Rensselaer School District
Youth Council of All Saints on
the Hudson Church
Albany Insitute of Art & History
CD Stars Booster Club

$40
$48
$95
$115
$206
$80
$66
$48
$58
$85
$48
$48
$40
$58
$58
$70
$58
$40
$58
$40
$86
$58

Coaches vs Cancer
Living Resources
Capital Region Brew Fest NYPL Charitable Foundation
St Jude the Apostle Church
RC Little League
Scotia Thunder
ALS Therapy Development
Institute - Ales for ALS
$2,500
$1,010
$3,000
$1,250
$1,263
$100
Schenectady County Republican

Womens Club
Capital Region Series NYPL Charitable Foundation
Classie Lassies
Bethlehem Tomboys
Southgate Elementary School
Girls Softball
Menands Jr Baseball/
Softball League
Hoosick Falls Youth Baseball
& Softball
Green Island Little League
Taconic Hills Little League
Capital District Mens Baseball
Battle of the BadgesAlzheimers Assoc./Blondes
vs Brunettes

Scotia Thunder
Department of Housing
& Urban Development
Halfmoon Little League
Brunswick Girls Softball
Catholic Charities Disabilities
Services
East Greenbush Castleton
Youth Baseball League
The Food Pantries for the
Capital District
Colonel Albert Pawling
$430
$6,000
$425
$596
$500
$750
$400
$620
$375
$750
$1,080
$4,950
$100
$350
$686
$142
$110
$750
$1,490
Memorial Statue Committee

$700
Scotia Thunder
$100
Colonie Elks Lodge #2192
$500
United Way of the Greater
Capital Region
$500
Polish American Citizens Club
$250
Guilderland Public Library
$495
Waterford-Halfmoon Central PTO $30
$25
Sunnyside Child Development
Center
$625
CDYHA Mini Mites
$480
Mohawk Hudson Humane So.
$250
Salvation Army
$65
NYSID
$1,000
Blue Friday of New York
$1,250
Village of Colonie
$190
Scotia Thunder
$120
Fort Orange District
$280
Make-A-Wish of Northeast NY
Walk for Wishes
$49,630
American Cancer Societys
Relay For Life
$29,877
(Jersey Auction)
$1,000
Make-A-Wish of Northeast NY
PhilanTropic Night
$2,553
Ronald McDonald House Char.
Sons of SouthPaw Night
$4,717
Eliminate Project - Kiwanis
Club of Troy
$365
Monetary Donation

$250
United Sisters of NY
$50
Fast Break Fund
$150
Ole Miss Fellowship of Christian
Athletes
$50
$500
March of Dimes
$150
$250
$5,000
Dunkin Donuts & Baskin Robbins
Community Foundation
$400
$280
Albany PAL
$595
Mohawk Hudson Road Runners
Club
$100
Charities
$8,087
RBI - Reviving Baseball in
Inner Cities
$50
Unified Military Affairs Council
$625
Hemophilia 5k
$75
Gift In Kind
Monetary Donation
$124,829
$68,277
$16,612
$200
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Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf
Strike Out Hunger
Vermont Lake Monsters

Centennial Field - Burlington, VT
MLB Affiliate: Oakland Athletics
Charitable Summary

As the only professional sports team in the state of Vermont, the Vermont Lake Monsters understand the
importance of taking an active role in the community. The Lake Monsters organization strives to provide a fun and
exciting ballpark experience, while recognizing individuals and organizations for their hard work and dedication to
the community. As a way to share Americas Pastime with members of the local community, the Lake Monsters created the Share the Experience program. Since its inception in 2009, the Share the Experience program has given
youth, schools and charitable organizations the opportunity to come out to the ballpark and enjoy a Lake Monsters
game. The Lake Monsters also take part in many important outside programs and events to show support throughout the entire state.

As a way to give back to the local area, the Lake Monsters are continually donating their time and resources
to non-profit organizations and events. As a very well known figure throughout all of Vermont and its surrounding
areas, the Lake Monsters mascot CHAMP attends many local initiatives and fundraisers. Some of these events include the Make-A-Wish Foundations Walk for Wishes, the COTS walk to help end homelessness, and a walk to raise
funds for the Alzheimers Association just to name a few.

The Lake Monsters organization has always encouraged residents, local businesses and other members of
the community to take an active role in giving back to those in need of support. Through many years of hard work,
the Vermont Lake Monsters have developed strong relationships with many community organizations and hope to
continue these relationships for years to come.
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This season, NBT Bank sponsored a promotion called Strike Out Hunger. Each time a Lake Monsters pitcher threw a strikeout at home during the season, NBT Bank donated $10 to the Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf. A total of 298 strikeouts were thrown during the 2015 season, which
allowed for $2,980 to be donated to the Chittenden Emergency Food Shelf.
Goodwill
Goodwill Night
On Goodwill night at Centennial Field, fans were encouraged to make a donation in support of our
local Goodwill. Each fan who brought a bag of gently used clothing to donate to Goodwill received
a free ticket to the game. This past season, $222 worth of tickets was donated to the community
on this night.
Healing Winds
Homeruns for Charity
Every time a Lake Monsters player hits a homerun at Centennial Field, TD Bank donates $100 to
Healing Winds. This year the Monsters hit 24 homeruns for a total donation of $2,400. Since the
program started in 1998, the Lake Monsters have hit 290 home runs at Centennial Field for a total
donation of $29,000.
Local Military Personnel

Heres to the Heroes
In partnership with Farrell Distributing, the Lake Monsters offer free reserved seating tickets all season long
to any past or present military personnel and their families. In 2015, 760 tickets were given to men and women
who have served our country through the Heres to the
Heroes program. Total value of tickets donated this year
was $6,080.
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Local Students
Monster Student Athlete
Various Organizations
CHAMP - Lake Monsters Mascot
This program honors students in grades K-12 across the state of Vermont who display hard work
and dedication in athletics. In order to be recognized, students must be nominated by a coach.
Each student who was nominated was invited to a game to be recognized on the field for their
efforts and presented with a certificate. This year, 398 students were recognized at the game and
$1,990 worth of tickets was donated to the program.
Local Youth and Organizations

Player Appearances
Lake Monster players make an impact in the community by sharing their love of baseball during
various player appearances throughout the season. When not at the field or on the road, players
donate their time to local libraries where they read to children, answer questions, share stories, and
sign autographs. Other player appearances include autograph signings and question and answer
sessions with Little Leaguers, baseball clinics at Centennial Field, and local community festivals.
United Way of Chittenden County

United Way Appreciation Night
The Lake Monsters partnered with United Way to host a unique

night at the ballpark to honor the United Way and all of the
volunteers who make that program happen. The Boys and Girls
Club of America designed custom jerseys for the Lake Monsters
players and coaches to wear, which were auctioned off during
the game in a Shirt Off Their Back style auction with all of the
net proceeds benefiting the local United Way chapter.
Vermont Food Bank

Hannaford Helps Fight Hunger
On Hannaford Supermarkets night, each fan who brought a bag of non-perishable food items to
the ballpark to be donated to the Vermont Food Bank received a free ticket to the game. $582
worth of tickets was donated to the community on this night in 2015.
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CHAMP is a well-known celebrity in Vermont who frequently makes appearances in the community
both in and out of season. CHAMP made over 100 hours worth of appearances in 2015 including the
Make-A-Wish Foundations Walk for Wishes, The COTS walk to
help end homelessness, and the Alzheimers Association walk
to end Alzheimers. Organizations enjoy using CHAMPs friendly and outgoing personality as a way to help make their events
fun and exciting. CHAMP attends all types of events including
charity walks, local little leagues events, community festivals,
kids days, libraries etc. The total value of CHAMPs time donated this year was valued approximately at $11,000.
Vermont Special Olympics

Star Wars Night
The Lake Monsters our inaugural Star Wars Night at historic Centennial Field this past summer with
proceeds benefiting the Vermont Special Olympics. A ticket fundraising link was set up for people
to purchase tickets where part of the ticket price was donated back to the Vermont Special Olympics and the custom jerseys worn that night were auctioned off in a Shirt Off their Back style auction with all of the proceeds going again to the Vermont Special Olympics.

Cancer Awareness Night
Each season, the Lake Monsters host a Cancer Awareness night at Centennial Field to support Cancer Awareness and help raise funds in the fight against cancer. Players wore special purple jerseyS
and with various colored ribbons decorating the back of the jersey, representing all of the types
of cancer that affect our lives. These jerseys are auctioned off during the game in a Shirt Off Their
Back style with funds benefiting the American Cancer Society. Cancer survivors are invited on
field for a balloon release ceremony as well as given the opportunity to throw out ceremonial first
pitches and people are encouraged to make a donation for Breast Cancer research all night long
thanks to the great concourse displays.
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Lake Monsters Staff Community Involvement
Northwestern Urgent Care

Little Lake Monsters
Kyle Bostwick
Vice President
The Lake Monsters were proud to re-introduce a spectacular promotion that won Promotion of
the Month in all of Minor League Baseball back in August of 2014, called Little Lake Monsters,
which saw 9 local kids signed to 1-day contracts with the team. Proudly sponsored by Northwestern Urgent Care, kids ages 7-15 were able to register throughout the season, and answered essay
questions on sportsmanship, living a healthy lifestyle, and community involvement. Participants
were chosen by a selection committee based on answers to those questions. The nine winning kids
spent a dream-come-true day with the Lake Monsters. Their day consisted of being represented by
a local sports agent, signing a 1-day contract with the team (which was also signed by As GM Billy
Beane), were presented with custom Lake Monsters jerseys at a press conference, rode in a limo to
the field, took batting practice with the team, threw out the first pitch, watched a special Baseball
Tonight segment recorded by ESPNs Buster Olney (also a Vermont native) and Karl Ravech, and
received their very own baseball cards. Truly an unforgettable day for those 9 lucky kids!
Board Member
Vermont Information Council
Committee Member
Bissonette Field Project
Youth Baseball and
Basketball Coach &
Planning Commissioner
Town of Hinesburg
Board Member
Town of Hinesburg
Planning Commission
Nate Cloutier
Executive Director of Sales and Marketing
Key-Note Speaker
Youth Baseball Coach
Key-Note Speaker
University of Vermont
Town of South Burlington
Various Local School
Joe Doud
General Manager
Key-Note Speaker
Director of Membership
Local Schools
Burlington
Young Professionals
Everybody Wins!
Winooski High School
Board of Directors
Student Mentor
Zach Betkowski
Director of Promotions & Community Relations
Event Volunteer
Event Volunteer

Special Olympics Vermont
Adam Matth
Event Volunteer
Special Olympics Vermont

Gift in Kind
Vermond Food Bank

Mascot Appearances
Tickets and Merchandise
Monster Student Athletes
Outstanding Students
Heres to the Heroes
50/50 Raffle for Various Not for
Profit Organizations
Player Appearances For Various Not for
Profit Organizations
Goodwill
Folds of Honor
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$582
$11,000
$12,334
$1,990
$3,025
$6,080
Monetary Donations
Share the Experience

Home Runs for Charity- Healing Winds
Strikeout Hunger- Chittenden Emergency
Food Shelf
Wounded Warrior Amputee Softball Team
Ticket Fundraising Programs
$9,137
Gift in Kind
$210 Monetary Donations
$222
$15,000
$3,000
$2,400
$1,490
$28,055
$17,620
$59,580
$52,565
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Black Bears Staff Community Involvement

Matthew Drayer - General Manager

Monongalia Co. Ballpark - Morgantown WV
MLB Affiliate: Pittsburgh Pirates
Board of Directors/Donor
Donor
Board of Directors
Member
United Way
Salvation Army
Chamber of Commerce
Morgantown Convention and Visitors Bureau
Jackie Riggleman - Assistant General Manager

Ticket Voucher Donor
Relay For Life

Multiple Youth League Teams
Norma Mae Huggins Foundation
Justin Gibson - Groundskeeper

Donor
Charitable Summary
The West Virginia Black Bears pledge to support the residents, business, and programs of the greater Morgantown area, and Monongalia County and surrounding counties. The West Virginia Black
Bears will continue to support local and area programs that help better the quality of life.

Area Children
Kids Free Baseball Clinic
The WV Black Bears held a free baseball kids baseball clinic. Area children where able to get baseball skills tips from the WV Black Bears players and coaches. Each child recieved a free gift bag and
were able to attend a player meet and greet luncheon after the event.
Non-profit organizations
Mascot and Player Appearances
The WV Black Bears players and mascot made appearances to non-profit organizations at no charge.
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Military Appreciation Night

Gift in Kind
Non-profit ticket donations

Non-profit merchandise donations
Operation Welcome Home

Stepping Stines
Homeward Bound WV
WVU Childrens Hospital
Gift in Kind
$5,000
$5,000
$4,000
$6,500
$888
$5,000
$10,000
$16,388
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ACES North America
The Dominican Plate
Bowman Field - Williamsport, PA
MLB Affiliate: Philadelphia Phillies
Charitable Summary

The Williamsport Crosscutters strive to be a constructive force within the community. The organization maintains this positive role by developing strong ties with the people and businesses of the city and
surrounding communities. The Williamsport Crosscutters are committed to creating fun and rewarding
programs that will benefit the residents of the Susquehanna Valley.

Throughout the year, the Williamsport Crosscutters team with many organizations by donating tickets to games, merchandise and other memorabilia. These items are used for different events, each benefiting the local community. In all, thousands of tickets are donated to groups who may not have had the
means to experience the Crosscutters on their own.

Crosscutters staff members, as well as players and coaches, donate their time to the community,
racking up over 500 service hours in 2015.

With corporate partners such as the Lycoming County United Way and ConAgra Foods, the Crosscutters are able to bring successful programs that raise thousands of dollars for the community. The United
Way Home Run Team has raised more than $148,000 over 22 years, and the ConAgra Foods Score for your
Neighbors program raises money and food donations for those less fortunate in the Williamsport area.

The success of these and other programs depend on the support of the local community. As these
programs grow, so do the relationships between the Crosscutters and the people of the Williamsport area.
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On July 14 the Crosscutters held the 3rd annual Dominican Plate, an event to celebrate the culture
and heritage of our Latin players and community members, with all proceeds benefitting locally
founded ACES North America a charity focused on education efforts in the Dominican Republic.
The night featured traditional Dominican food, drinks and dancing all served up by the Cutters
Latin players and their teammates. This popular event raised $5000 for the ACES program.
American Rescue Workers

2015 Hot Stove Banquet
The Crosscutters hosted the 9th annual Hot Stove Banquet on January 19, 2015 with proceeds from
the event benefitting American Rescue Workers. Guest speakers from both the Phillies and the Crosscutters marked the night, including Phillies Manager Ryne Sandberg and Cutters Manager/1992
World Series MVP Pat Borders. The night featured a live and silent auction of sports memorabilia.
More than 300 people attended this sold out event. A portion of the ticket proceeds and all money
raised from the auctions was donated to American Rescue Workers. A total of $6175 was raised.
Avis Recreation Association

Star Wars Jersey Auction
On August 2, the Crosscutters held Star Wars night, including a

special jersey auction. Cutters players and coaches donned Star
Wars themed jerseys during the game, that fans could bid on in
a silent auction. All proceeds from the auction benefited the Avis
Recreation Association. A total of $3255 was raised.
Central PA Food Bank

Score for Your Neighbors
For the 3rd straight season, the Crosscutters teamed up with ConAgra Foods to present the Score
for Your Neighbors Program. For every run the Cutters scored at home during the 2015 season,
ConAgra Foods donated $10 to the Central PA Food Bank, helping to reduce hunger in Lycoming
and 26 other counties across Pennsylvania. This years campaign raised a total of $1700.
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Childrens Development Center

Cutters 5k Run for CDC
Lycoming County United Way

United Way Home Run Team
On June 17, the Crosscutters hosted our annual 5k Run for the Childrens Development Center of
Williamsport. Runners and walkers had the chance to compete against the Cutters manager and
members of our coaching staff. A total of $8825 was raised for the CDC.
Ks for Cancer
Irish Heritage Night
The Crosscutters again teamed up with businesses throughout the community to present the United Way Home Run Team in 2015. Local businesses pledged to donated $25 each time a Cutters
player hit a home run at Susquehanna Bank Park. In 2015, this initiative raised over $6000 for the
Lycoming County United Way. With the annual help of local businesses, the Home Run Team has
raised more than $148,000 over 22 seasons.
Sgt. Sean Thomas Foundation

Military Appreciation Night
The Crosscutters celebrated Irish Heritage Night on August 1 with plenty of Irish food and music.
The players also wore special Irish themed jerseys that were auctioned off to fans during the game.
The luck of the Irish was with us, a total of $2755 was raised for Ks for Cancer, a locally founded
charity.
This summer, the Crosscutters celebrated Military Appreciation night on July 3, kicking off the Holiday celebration with
a special Stars N Stripes cap auction. The caps were worn by
Cutters players and coaches, and were auctioned off during
the game. Proceeds from the auction benefited the Sgt. Sean
Thomas foundation and local Masonic charities. A total of
$1365 was raised.
Local Elementary Schools

Bully Busters Unite
With help from Susquehanna Health, the Cutters presented a

new school program - Bully Busters Unite - to local students
over the course of the school year. Cutters staff members and
mascot Boomer visited students in grades K-6. Students were
asked to help Boomer fight bullying and pledge to eliminate
bullying from their school. Over 3500 local students participated by taking the Bully Buster pledge and became official
Bully Busters!
Lycoming County SPCA

Pet Photo Jersey Auction
The Crosscutters celebrated Pet Friendly Weekend in July, culminated with a unique Pet Photo Jersey Auction on July 12. Fans were asked to submit photos of their pets to be included on the jersey.
The players wore the jerseys over the weekend, and they were auctioned off to fans on Sunday. A
total of $4195 was raised for the Lycoming County SPCA.
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Various
Cutters Food/Clothing Drives
In 2015, the Crosscutters held food and clothing drives at

Susquehanna Bank Park. Fans who donated any canned or
non-perishable food item, gently worn apparel item during these drives received a General Admission ticket to that
nights game for half price. Over 700 pounds of food, and 800
pounds of clothing were collected and donated to the Central PA Food Bank and The American Rescue Workers where
it was distributed to local families in need.
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Crosscutters Staff Community Involvement

Bill Gehron
Director of Food & Beverage
Newberry Lions Club
Sojourners Ministry
Salvation Army
A.C.E.S. North America
Gabe Sinicropi
VP Marketing, Public Relations

Volunteer
Board Member
Volunteer
Bell Ringer
Volunteer
Kiwanis Club of Williamsport

Member
Kiwanis 5K Run
Co-Chairman
Little League World Series
PA Announcer/Volunteer
Sons of Italy Lodge #2786
Co-Founder/Member
Funds Distr. Committee
Williamsport Sun-Gazette High School Sports Awards Banquet
Emcee
Cutters 5K Run
Committee Member
Various Community Functions
Guest Speaker/Emcee
Wpt/Lycoming Chamber of Commerce
Board of Directors
Hope Enterprises
Board of Directors
Lycoming County Visitors Bureau
Vice Chairman
Lycoming County Visitors Bureau
Chairman, Marketing Committee

Families United Network
Clinical Outcomes Group
Blue Star Mothers
Community Services Group
Wings Over Williamsport
Avis Recreation Association
Lycoming County District Attorneys Office
Lycoming County SPCA
Lycoming College Alumni
MSG Sean Thomas Foundation
A Soldiers Wing
Ks For Cancer
$1,190
$750
$6,000
$750
$750
$750
$750
$1,700
$3,255
$730
$4,195
$500
$1,365
$500
$2,755
City of Williamsport
ACES North America
Childrens Development Center
$100
$5,000
$8,825
$5,000
$6,175
Monetary Donations
Gift in Kind
Monetary Donations
$14,881
$25,940
$25,100

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New York-Penn League Charitable Foundation, Inc.

A Florida Non-Profit & 501(c)(3) Corporation
204 37th Avenue North #366
St. Petersburg, Florida 33704

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Table of Contents

Total League Contributions

Total League Contributions

Total Contributions: $1,970,045

To Our Fans and Communities:

Community Programs & Promotions

Aberdeen staff volunteered to serve food to families at Bel Air

Aberdeen staff volunteered to help kids to special needs at

IronBirds Staff Community Involvement

Boys & Girls Club

Harford County Chamber

Annual Fundraising & Contributions

NYPL Charitable Foundation

Tickets and Merchandise Donation

Cecil Co. Chamber

Overall Contributions for 2015: $24,202

Community Programs & Promotions

Ed Randalls Bat for the Cure

Make-A-Wish Central New York

The Doubledays, Sugarman Law Firm, and Make-A-Wish hosted one

Community Programs & Promotions (cont.)

Doubleday Staff Community Involvement

United Way of Cayuga County

Hillside Childrens Center

Player, Mascot, Staff Appearances

Geddes Little League

Volunteer Baseball Coach,

Leadership Cayuga Class of 2016

Basilica of the Sacred Heart Parish Festival

Annual Fundraising & Contributions

Auburn Rotary Club

Overall Contributions for 2015: $48,850

Community Programs & Promotions

Catholic Charities of WNY

Community Action of Orleans & Genesee

Ed Randalls Bat for the Cure

Genesee County Youth Bureau

Community Programs & Promotions (cont.)

Community Programs & Promotions (cont.)

Habitat for Humanity

Hillside Family of Agencies

National Multiple Sclerosis Society

In partnership with the Hillside Family of Agencies, several free baseball

Juvenile Diabetes Foundation

Throughout the season, the Muckdogs raffled off baseballs autographed

The Muckdogs staff took part in the Salvation Army Christmas

Volunteers for Animals

Community Programs & Promotions (cont.)

Muckdogs Staff Community Involvement

Hit the Books Reading Program

Travis Sick, General Manager

Kiwanis Club of Batavia

Annual Fundraising & Contributions

Batavia Minor League Baseball

Overall Contributions for 2015: $23,150

Community Programs & Promotions

Kevin Mahoney, the General Manager for the Brooklyn Cyclones,

American Cancer Society

Community Programs & Promotions (cont.)

Community Programs & Promotions (cont.)

Coney Island Autism Angels

NYU Lutheran Medical Center

On December 23rd NYU Lutheran Medical Center was in for a

College/High School Students

Total League Contributions