2015 community report

2015 COMMUNITY REPORT
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CONTENTS
SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
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YOUTH EDUCATION
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YOUTH BASEBALL
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SERVICE
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BALLPARK & COMMUNITY EVENTS 27
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For more than 60 years, the Baltimore Orioles have given back to the local community, becoming
involved in a variety of area programs and initiatives. Through OriolesREACH, the club seeks
opportunities to reach out to our neighbors and help our fans improve their daily lives. In addition to
partnering with existing charities and community organizations, the Orioles have also established
a collection of programs and initiatives to extend our reach throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and
in Sarasota. Since the ownership group led by Peter Angelos purchased the team, the Orioles have
donated well over $10 million to support various organizations in the Orioles community.
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SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The philanthropic arm of the Orioles’ efforts in the community focuses on charities and nonprofit groups that the club works with throughout
the year. These multi-faceted partnerships enrich the lives of many by giving back through monetary donations, volunteer hours,
increased awareness, and donated goods and services.
ORIOLES SUPPORT PARTNER NONPROFITS
The Orioles worked closely to raise money and awareness for the following programs,
organizations, and initiatives in 2015:
MEMORABILIA DONATION PROGRAM
In 2015, the Orioles donated more than 9,500 pieces of signed memorabilia and promotional
items to local nonprofit organizations, helping to raise more than $175,000.
HIGH FIVE FUNDRAISING PROGRAM
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THE ORIOLES CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
The Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation and the Baltimore Orioles, Inc. support many
civic and charitable organizations with the goal of enriching the lives of fans in the community.
The Foundation raises money through various means and donates funds to worthy local causes
and charities. Since the ownership group led by Peter Angelos purchased the team, the Baltimore
Orioles Charitable Foundation and the Baltimore Orioles, Inc. have donated well over $10 million
to support various organizations in the Orioles community. The following programs helped raise
funds for the Orioles Charitable Foundation in 2015:
LICENSE PLATE PROGRAM
Since its launch in 2012, the Orioles License Plate Program has
raised more than $111,000 for the Orioles Charitable Foundation.
This season, the Orioles held an online charity auction for the
2130 and the 2131 numbered license plates in honor of the 20th
anniversary of Cal Ripken, Jr.’s record-breaking 2,131st consecutive game. The auction raised
$5,598 with all proceeds benefiting the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation.
SCOREBOARD SURPRISES
For a small financial contribution, fans can have a birthday or anniversary message appear on
the scoreboard during home games at Oriole Park. In 2015, the scoreboard surprises program
raised nearly $43,000 for the Foundation.
MEMORIAL DAY JERSEYS AUCTION
On Memorial Day, Orioles uniformed personnel wore special home jerseys
featuring an authentic, military-digital camouflage design licensed from
the United States Marine Corps embedded into the twill, as well
as digicamo-patterned caps featuring the cartoon bird.
The game-worn jerseys and caps were autographed,
authenticated, and auctioned to benefit the Fort
Meade Alliance Foundation, raising nearly
$14,000. On September 11, the Orioles presented
a check in that amount to Col. Brian Foley, Garrison
Commander of U.S. Army Fort Meade 3rd U.S. Infantry
Regiment, Command Sgt. Maj. Rodwell Forbes, and
representatives Deon Viergutz, Steve Tiller, and Jay
Baldwin of the Fort Meade Alliance Foundation.
PLAYER DONATIONS
FIVE
FUNDRAISING PROGRAM
An initiative that dates back to 2005, the OriolesREACH High Five Fundraising
Program is designed to benefit local schools, recreation councils, and
other eligible nonprofit organizations. In 2015, the High Five Fundraising
Program sold more than 90,000 tickets, raising more than $450,000 for
local organizations. Since 2005, the Orioles have helped to raise more than
$2.1 million to various fundraising efforts through the program.
COMMUNITY BOOTH
During each home game, the Orioles provide a community booth for charitable, nonprofit
organizations to distribute information, sell raffle tickets, register participants, and raise
awareness for Orioles fans. Nearly 60 different organizations participated in the Community
Booth Program in 2015.
LUNGEVITY FOUNDATION
Through various initiatives to raise funds and awareness,
the Orioles continued their partnership with the LUNGevity
Foundation, a nonprofit firmly committed to increasing
quality-of-life and survivorship of people with lung cancer, as well as providing community,
support, and education for all those affected by the disease.
The Orioles once again hosted the LUNGevity Foundation’s Breathe Deep Baltimore on October
18, a 5K walk to raise funds and awareness for lung cancer in memory of late Orioles Public
Relations Director Monica Pence Barlow. More than $139,000 was raised at the walk, including
a $10,000 donation from United Concordia, and all proceeds benefited the LUNGevity
Foundation.
Additionally, Orioles shortstop J.J. Hardy and third base coach Bobby Dickerson instructed
fielding drills to a youth baseball team from Savage, MD, to fulfill an experience auctioned
during the 2014 MLB Winter Meetings, benefiting the LUNGevity Foundation.
Orioles players continued to donate funds, totaling
over $166,000 in financial contributions to the Orioles
Charitable Foundation in 2015.
GAME-USED MEMORABILIA AND ONLINE AUCTIONS
Through various online auctions of special anniversary jerseys and other game-used items, the
Orioles raised more than $318,000 this year. In 2015, the Orioles wore and auctioned special
jerseys on Jackie Robinson Day, the Fourth of July, and Memorial Day.
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SHANNON’S FUND
In May, the Orioles and OriolesREACH raised more than $11,000 through a fundraising event at Oriole Park to benefit Shannon’s Fund, an endowment at the University of Maryland Medical
Center to provide financial support to hospital patients and their families. Over $25,000 was donated to Shannon’s Fund over the course of 2015. Shannon’s Fund was established by the Orioles
and OriolesREACH in 2008 in memory of Shannon Obaker, the club’s former Director of Community Outreach, who bravely fought cancer for a year before she passed away in 2007 at the
age of 29.
MLB INITIATIVES
MARYLAND GOVERNOR LARRY HOGAN & ORIOLES TEAM UP TO FIGHT CHILDHOOD CANCER
As part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, the Orioles announced a new partnership with
the office of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan to raise funds for the Leukemia & Lymphoma
Society and Ronald McDonald House Charities in the fight against pediatric cancer.
The Orioles partner with Major League Baseball and support worthy causes chosen by the league
each year. The following programs and organizations were part of this partnership in 2015:
JACKIE ROBINSON DAY
In support of this important initiative, the Orioles hosted a fundraiser in September and presented
a check for $50,000 to benefit the causes. An exclusive ticket offer allowed fans to contribute
while receiving a discount on game tickets for remaining 2015 season games.
In recognition of the 68th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the
color barrier in Major League Baseball, the Orioles honored Robinson’s
legacy on April 15, by hosting a “self-expression” contest with the Boys &
Girls Club at the Westport Homes branch. Members were challenged to
express their thoughts creatively through a speech, poem, art, or skit about
Robinson’s nine values for success: citizenship, commitment, courage,
determination, excellence, integrity, justice, persistence, and teamwork.
BARCS ANIMAL SHELTER PET CALENDAR FUNDRAISER
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The Orioles launched the annual Orioles Pet Calendar,
sponsored by Pet+E.R., with proceeds benefiting BARCS,
a nonprofit shelter that accepts and cares for all animals
in need. The 16-month calendar features photos of Orioles
players and manager Buck Showalter with their pets as well
as various BARCS animals at locations around Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Additionally, Brad
Brach, Zach Britton, Kevin Gausman, Miguel Gonzalez, J.J. Hardy, and Matt Wieters appeared
at BARCS for an autograph signing in August. More than $46,000 has been raised for BARCS
through pet calendar sales in 2015 and the Orioles have helped raise nearly $190,000 for the
shelter over the past seven years via calendar sales and player signings. The largest companion
animal shelter in Maryland, BARCS takes in more than 12,000 dogs and cats and 1,000 wildlife
and other small mammals annually. On any given day, BARCS cares for 110 dogs and 110 cats
in the shelter, plus more than 800 animals in foster care.
A panel of three distinguished individuals – Orioles center fielder Adam Jones, Chair of the
Jackie Robinson Foundation’s Mid-Atlantic Scholar Advisory Committee Kendra Gaither, and
Secretary of the Jackie Robinson Foundation Alumni Association Lauryn Nwankpa – evaluated
each project.
On April 15, all Orioles uniformed personnel wore No. 42, Robinson’s retired number, joining
all other Major League teams in honoring Robinson’s historic achievement. Each player’s
authenticated, game-worn, and autographed No. 42 jersey was auctioned, raising more
than $10,000 to benefit the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation and the Jackie Robinson
Foundation. Since 2009, the Orioles have raised more than $70,000 for the Jackie Robinson
Foundation through the auction.
AUTISM SPEAKS
In April, the Orioles hosted Autism Awareness Night, as OriolesREACH and Major League
Baseball partnered with Autism Speaks to recognize April as National Autism Awareness
Month. The night included a ceremonial first pitch from Owen Skerry, the inspiration for one of
the top Baltimore Walk Now for Autism Speaks teams, as well as a Quiet Room in Suite 73, and
an information booth.
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KIDSPEACE
Since its doors opened in 1882, more than 200,000 children have participated in one of the
multitude of programs KidsPeace offers. These initiatives include a comprehensive range of
residential treatment programs, accredited educational services, and a variety of foster care and
community-based programs to give hope, help, and healing to children, families, and communities.
The organization offers services in 10 states, including Maryland, and provides an atmosphere of
teamwork, compassion, and creativity.
The Orioles and OriolesREACH partner with KidsPeace to host a variety of initiatives benefitting the
nonprofit and hve raised more than $425,000 over the course of five years since the relationship
began in 2011.
4 ALS DAY
Continuing baseball’s long-standing commitment to raising awareness of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), also known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, Major League Baseball and all 30 Clubs once
again teamed up “4 ALS.” In August, the Orioles participated in the return of the ALS Ice Bucket Challenge as each Major League club hosted its own ALS Ice Bucket Challenge and then challenged
another franchise, along with two other local personalities or organizations, to partake in the charitable effort. Bullpen catcher Jett Ruiz served as Orioles spokesperson for the initiative. Ruiz
was teammates for three seasons with Pete Frates on Boston College’s baseball team. Frates, who was diagnosed with ALS in 2012, has served as one of the driving forces behind the Ice Bucket
Challenge. In support of the campaign, MLB donated $100,000 to The ALS Association to further collaborative efforts between several ALS organizations.
2015 HONORARY BAT GIRL CONTEST
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Major League Baseball announced Sara Tresselt as the Orioles Honorary Bat Girl winner among
the 30 representatives of the 2015 Honorary Bat Girl Contest, which recognizes baseball fans
who have been affected by breast cancer and demonstrate a commitment to eradicating the
disease. Tresselt was honored during an on-field ceremony, threw out the ceremonial first pitch,
and received pink MLB merchandise and tickets to a game in May. The 37-year-old breast cancer
fighter, who was diagnosed with Stage III Invasive Ductal Carcenoma-Breast Cancer in October
of 2011, passed away in September. Tresselt demonstrated bravery and selflessness throughout
her battle, continuing to volunteer at the local homeless shelter and soup kitchen each week and
while also participating in a mission trip to Ecuador, bringing school supplies to an orphanage.
Along with monetary and memorabilia donations as well as charitable events in 2015, the Orioles
also hosted 10 members of the KidsPeace KEYS group in July to shadow various members of the
front office and learn what it takes to work behind-the-scenes of a Major League Baseball game.
KEYS (KidsPeace Empowering Youth to Succeed) is a life skills training and education program
for youth transitioning from foster care to independent living that prepares youth to effectively
implement learned skills by providing support through four different areas: internships/job training,
individual sessions, flexible funding, and group sessions.
The KEYS group experienced working with several different departments during the day including
Community Relations, Public Relations, Ballpark Operations, Corporate Partnerships, and
Productions. The group also had the chance to meet KidsPeace supporter and Orioles manager
Buck Showalter, and joined him for a PSA shoot promoting the KidsPeace Trick-or-Trot 5K/1-Mile
Walk that was held at Oriole Park in October. Following their experience pregame, the group
attended that night’s game against the Atlanta Braves as guests of the Orioles.
Over the past five years, the Orioles, along with Showalter and his wife Angela, have joined forces
with KidsPeace to host the annual Trick-or-Trot 5K/1-Mile Walk to benefit children in foster care.
The Halloween-themed race began and ended at Oriole Park this past October and included a preand post-race party featuring a costume contest, face painting, food, and Halloween fun.
“Angela and I were thankful for the opportunity to host the annual KidsPeace Trick-or-Trot,” said
Showalter. “We believe deeply in the services this organization provides to foster youth and their
families, and are honored to continue to be a part of the Orioles’ commitment to the Birdland
community.”
More than 1,200 runners, walkers, sponsors, and volunteers participated this year and the event
raised more than $119,000.
PLAY SUN SMART
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For the 17th season, the American Academy of Dermatology and Major League Baseball teamed
up to educate the public about the importance of sun safety. In May, the Orioles recognized
Play Sun Smart, which began its season-long program to raise skin cancer awareness, while
encouraging players and fans to practice sun-safe behavior and to schedule regular skin
screenings. The ceremonial first pitch was thrown by Orioles fan Tanya Locklear from Glen
Burnie, MD. Several weeks prior, Locklear was diagnosed with Stage IV Invasive Melanoma
and was being treated at Johns Hopkins for multiple tumors including several melanoma brain
tumors.
Additionally, the Orioles hosted KidsPeace Night this season as 150 youth received game tickets,
concessions vouchers, an Orioles t-shirt and cap, as well as transportation to and from the
September 1 game against the Tampa Bay Rays. KidsPeace also held a silent auction that night
featuring several signed memorabilia items to help raise money for the critical services it provides.
Through a broad spectrum of events and experiences, the Orioles and KidsPeace continue to pursue
a brighter future for youth in foster care. With the help of Buck and Angela Showalter, as well as
the Birdland community, the Orioles are committed to enriching the lives of families in need and
empowering youth to succeed.
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YOUTH EDUCATION
FIELD TRIP DAY AT ORIOLE PARK AT CAMDEN YARDS
OriolesREACH, in partnership with MASN and WJZ-TV, hosted approximately 11,000 students from local schools for the eighth annual Field Trip Day at Oriole Park. The students had the opportunity
to learn about weather from WJZ-TV’s First Warning Weather Team of Chelsea Ingram, Bob Turk, and Tim Williams, and Orioles Head Groundskeeper Nicole McFadyen.
The Orioles support educational programs for students throughout Baltimore City and the state of Maryland by providing real world experiences and
baseball as an incentive for students to help increase their willingness to learn and succeed. The organization understands and is committed to backing
these efforts, as a proper education is one of the most important investments one can make to ensure positive results in a child’s development.
MARYLAND STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION: “BIRD ON A STEM”
In May, the Orioles partnered with Maryland Public Schools to launch a new educational
initiative known as “Bird on a STEM” lesson plans. The program, which was created by
Albert Einstein Distinguished Educator Fellows, focuses on developing Science, Technology,
Engineering, and Math skills in the classroom.
The “Bird on a STEM” program strives to educate and excite statewide youth about Orioles
Baseball and to cover the Maryland State Board of Education’s STEM curriculum. This partnership
made for a new, unique, fun, and interactive way to teach students their mandatory subject
matter in a way that interests them and enables them to relate to real world experiences. The
program not only consists of classroom instruction, but it offers the opportunity for students to
attend Orioles baseball games, to receive behind the scenes ballpark tours to learn about the
history of the team and the city, and to meet Orioles players. The Orioles and the “Bird on a
STEM” initiative provide these experiences to help the students relate to what they are learning
in the classroom.
ORIOLES SUMMER READING PROGRAM
BALTIMORE CITY SCHOOLS NIGHT
The Orioles celebrated Baltimore City Schools Night by providing complimentary tickets to more than 7,000 students, teachers, and staff for a game against
the Toronto Blue Jays in May. The Baltimore City College Choir performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” and “O Canada” before the game, and the Frederick
Douglass High School JROTC presented the color guard. Teacher of the Year, Ryan Kaiser, from the Mount Washington School threw out the ceremonial first
pitch. Additionally, the Orioles Wives donated a suite to the Baltimore City School Teacher of the Year nominees.
The pregame ceremony also recognized Digital Harbor High School, the winner of the Baltimore City High School Championship, held at Oriole Park. Digital
Harbor defeated Academy for College and Career Exploration in the game by a score of 16-7.
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In June, the Maryland State Department of Education’s Division of Library Development
and Services launched its 2015 Summer Reading Program at public libraries throughout
the state. This year’s theme, “Every Hero Has a Story,” focused on the stories of all types
of heroes – from ancient mythology to comic books to real people performing heroic
deeds in the community today. Students in the program registered at their local public
library, read books, and participated in classes and workshops.
The Orioles supported the 2015 Maryland Public Library Summer Reading
Program by donating 5,000 tickets to Maryland Public Library Branches. The
Orioles also acknowledged the 2015 Summer Reading Program representatives
from each county library on the field prior to a game in September.
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SCHOOL APPEARANCES
This season, Wei-Yin Chen and the Oriole Bird visited the Baltimore International Academy
#335, a full language immersion school, which requires students to learn their core subjects
through one of five languages. Chen participated in a question-and-answer session with students
in Mandarin and the Orioles also provided the students with Chen T-shirts. Kevin Gausman and
Brad Brach visited Lindale Middle School to help teach the “Baseball and Your Body” lesson plan
from “Bird on a STEM” to 100 sixth graders participating in the STEM program. Caleb Joseph
visited Western School of Technology and Environmental Science on behalf of AT&T to educate
students and faculty on the dangers of texting while driving and to generate awareness for AT&T’s
“It Can Wait” campaign. As part of the “It Can Wait” program, AT&T presented a 10-minute
documentary titled “The Last Text,” which recounted stories of families and students who have
lost loved ones or have been involved in accidents as a result of texting while driving. Following
the video, Joseph spoke to the students, shared stories from his childhood, and participated in a
question-and-answer session.
IMMERSIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCE AT ORIOLE PARK
This season, the Orioles hosted students from the Leadership in Media Production program
from Baltimore City Public Schools through a partnership with “Youth Works.” The summer
program focused on enhancing the in-school curriculum and allowed students to learn about
digital storytelling and broadcasting. The Orioles and MASN provided these students with the
opportunity to showcase their talents and to learn about the behind-the-scenes productions at
the ballpark.
Approximately 10 students from the class visited Oriole Park in July and produced a story about
their experience working at a Major League Baseball game. Students covered the manager’s
pregame press conference and OriolesREACH pregame events, observed MASN’s television
production from various places around the ballpark, and practiced play-by-play announcing in
a broadcast booth during the game. The students talked about how their experience shaped their
pursuit of landing a career in media production in their final project.
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YOUTH BASEBALL
The Orioles believe that children of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities should be given the opportunity to play and enjoy the game of baseball. The Orioles
have partnered with several leagues and developed programs to provide this opportunity for kids throughout the Mid-Atlantic region and in Sarasota.
MANNY MACHADO’S BASEBOWL TOURNAMENT & “PLAY BASEBALL” CLINIC
Orioles third baseman Manny Machado hosted his 2nd Annual Celebrity BaseBOWL Tournament
on May 18. The sold out, star-studded event raised approximately $80,000 – including a
$10,000 donation from the Orioles – for the Baltimore City Foundation, which supports Baltimore
City’s Recreation & Parks “Play Baseball” youth program.
This initiative provides a free, eight-week summer baseball camp for local youth ages 9-12
including equipment, uniforms, transportation, and field refurbishment. Many guests came out to
show their support at the event including Brad Brach, J.J. Hardy, Adam Jones, Caleb Joseph,
Chris Tillman, Orioles manager Buck Showalter, Orioles coaches Scott Coolbaugh, Einar Diaz,
Bobby Dickerson, Wayne Kirby, MASN broadcaster Gary Thorne, and Orioles Hall of Famers
Brady Anderson and Cal Ripken, Jr.
This summer, Machado also hosted a clinic for over 200 participants of the “Play Baseball”
program at Patterson Park. Machado instructed participants on a variety of baseball skills and
participated in a question-and-answer session. During a pregame ceremony that evening,
Machado and his wife Yainee Machado presented a check to Baltimore Mayor Stephanie
Rawlings-Blake, Director of Baltimore City Recreation and Parks Ernest Burkeen, Bureau Chief of
Recreation Bob Wall, and Director of the Robert C. Marshall Recreation Center Lemuel Thomas,
along with five participants from the “Play Baseball” program. The Orioles donated 500 tickets
to children in this program to come to the game.
RBI
The Baltimore RBI (Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities) Program, which is part of Major League Baseball’s RBI initiative, has been a mainstay since its inception
in 1989, creating a partnership with Baltimore City Recreation and Parks to allow at-risk youth an opportunity to play competitive baseball and softball.
In 2015, United Concordia partnered with the Baltimore RBI and donated $10,000 toward the program, which benefited both baseball and softball
teams. Six softball teams, six 12U baseball teams, 11 baseball teams ages 13-15, and 12 baseball teams ages 16-18 drove record participation in 2015
with more than 475 participating players.
The Orioles supported Baltimore RBI participants in a variety of ways including a recognition ceremony and complimentary tickets to RBI coaches and
players. RBI coaches participated in a clinic hosted by the Positive Coaching Alliance, a Stanford University-based nonprofit organization who works
with coaches, organizational leaders, and parents to teach young athletes about teamwork, discipline, respect, and setting proper goals through their
athletic experiences.
The Orioles sent All-Star teams to Prince George’s County to represent Baltimore in the Mid-Atlantic Regional Tournament. The club provided transportation,
uniforms, and hotel accommodations. The softball team and baseball team ages 16-18 also had the opportunity to work together as a team at the Dan
Duquette Sports Academy in Hinsdale, MA, courtesy of the Orioles.
The 2015 Champions of the Baltimore RBI were the Woodlawn Drive Baseball Club (16-18 Division), Bear Creek Green (13-15 Division),
and Edreco (Softball Division).
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FORT MEADE YOUTH CLINIC
Orioles pitcher Brad Brach and Darren O’Day and former Orioles pitcher Ken Dixon
taught the fundamentals of baseball to 100 Fort Meade youth baseball players. The Orioles
provided an Orioles cap, bag, rope necklace and game tickets to all clinic participants.
THE PRESIDENT’S CUP SHOWCASE
For the fifth consecutive year, the President’s Cup Showcase was held at Oriole Park, and
featured an East vs. West All-Star Game of public and private high school players from schools
throughout Baltimore.
Participating schools included Archbishop Curley High School, Baltimore City College, Baltimore
Polytechnic Institute, Boys’ Latin School of Maryland, Coppin Academy, Digital Harbor High
School, Friends School of Baltimore, Gilman School, Maryland Academy for Technology and
Health Sciences, Mergenthaler Vocational-Technical High School, Mount Saint Joseph High
School, Patterson High School, Paul Laurence Dunbar Senior High School, St. Frances Academy,
Southwestern High School, and W.E.B. DuBois High School. The East All-Stars won the 2015
tournament by a score of 15-8.
BALTIMORE CITY HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL CHAMPIONSHIP
The Orioles again hosted the Baltimore City High School Baseball Championship game between
the Academy for College and Career Exploration (12-1) and Digital Harbor High School (111) at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Both schools finished the regular season with the two best
records among Baltimore City High Schools, and Digital Harbor High School was crowned the
2015 Baltimore City High School Champion.
CHALLENGER LEAGUE
Founded in 2010, the Oriole Advocates Challenger Baseball League offers boys and girls with physical and mental challenges the opportunity to participate in an organized game of baseball. The
Orioles and the Oriole Advocates partner to support local Challenger Leagues by hosting tournaments, providing equipment, umpires, facility usage, events, as well as by donating Orioles game
tickets to more than 900 participants of the program.
In 2015, the Orioles helped to host Challenger League clinics and a multi-team tournament, featuring teams from around the Mid-Atlantic region. The Orioles and Oriole Advocates also hosted a
Fantasy Camp for the Challenger Baseball program. Orioles infielder Ryan Flaherty and catcher Caleb Joseph as well as former Orioles Ken Dixon and Bill Swaggerty participated in the camp for
children with special needs at Freedom Field in Lake Waterford Park in Pasadena, MD. Each child received a personalized Orioles jersey and game tickets.
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BROOKS ROBINSON HIGH SCHOOL ALL-STAR GAME
The Orioles again hosted the annual Brooks Robinson High School All-Star Game at Oriole
Park, following an Orioles’ game. Orioles legend and National Baseball Hall of Famer Brooks
Robinson appeared at a press conference to announce the players and coaches from across the
state of Maryland who were selected to participate in the game.
Hosted by the Orioles for the past 33 years, the Brooks Robinson High School All-Star Game
showcased the best high school baseball players in Maryland. The game featured the top seniors
from northern Maryland against the best players from southern Maryland. The Orioles provided
game tickets and recognition of the student-athletes from the North and South teams in an onfield, pregame ceremony, during which each team was presented with a bat inscribed with their
name to honor their achievement.
MLB PITCH, HIT & RUN TEAM CHAMPIONSHIP
The Orioles hosted the Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run Team Championship at Oriole
Park. The top 24 qualifiers from Delaware, Maryland, and West Virginia competed in hopes of
advancing to the National Finals, which took place at the 2015 MLB All-Star Game in Cincinnati.
The winning participants were honored in an on-field, pregame ceremony.
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ORIOLES HOST RED LAND LITTLE LEAGUE TEAM
The Orioles hosted the United States Champion Red Land Little League team from Lewisberry, PA
at Oriole Park. Representing the Mid-Atlantic Region in the Little League World Series, Red Land
defeated the Southwest Region to win the U.S. title game in Williamsport, PA. The team went 4-1
in the tournament, losing only to Japan in the World Series Championship game.
During a special pregame ceremony, the Red Land team was introduced to the fans in attendance
and a video showcased highlights from their U.S. Championship victory. The team met with
manager Buck Showalter, Orioles Legends and Baseball Hall of Famers Brooks Robinson and
Jim Palmer, as well as Adam Jones, Manny Machado, Caleb Joseph, Kevin Gausman, and
2004 Little League World Series Champion Jonathan Schoop. The Orioles expressed strong
support of the local team across social media platforms throughout the tournament.
COCA-COLA GET THE BALL ROLLING CLINICS
The Orioles partnered with Coca-Cola to hold two ”Coca-Cola Get the Ball Rolling” Clinics in
an effort to educate area youth about health and nutrition. Approximately 250 middle-school
students from Baltimore City Schools participated in batting, pitching, and fielding drills with
Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz and former Orioles Larry Bigbie and Chris Hoiles. In addition,
Orioles Strength and Conditioning Coach Ryo Naito led students in stretching and conditioning
drills.
CHEVY YOUTH BASEBALL CLINICS
The Orioles hosted three “Chevy Youth Baseball Clinics” in 2015. More than 300 children
from the surrounding Baltimore metro area took the field to learn the fundamentals of pitching,
throwing, and catching from former Orioles including Larry Bigbie, Al Bumbry, Ken Dixon, Rick
Krivda, Joe Orsulak, and Bill Swaggerty.
MARYLAND BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL STATE CHAMPIONS CEREMONY
The Orioles recognized the state champion baseball and softball teams in a recognition
ceremony. The championship teams included Southern High School (baseball, 2A), Chopticon
High School (baseball, 3A), Middletown High School (softball, 2A), Northern High School
(softball, 3A), Brunswick High School (baseball, 1A), Gaithersburg High School (baseball,
4A), Manchester Valley High School (softball, 1A), and Sherwood High School (softball,
4A).
PLAY CAMPAIGN
Orioles third baseman Manny Machado, Head Athletic Trainer Richie Bancells, and Assistant
Athletic Trainer Brian Ebel welcomed 80 youth from Baltimore City’s Recreation & Parks “Play
Baseball” youth program to Oriole Park. PLAY, which stands for Promoting a Lifetime of Activity
for Youth, is a public awareness campaign of the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society
(PBATS), in conjunction with the Taylor Hooton Foundation. The PLAY Campaign was established
to help prevent childhood obesity and promote healthy living and decision-making. Machado
spoke to participants about making smart life choices and the importance of living an active and
healthy lifestyle. The Orioles also provided game tickets for the clinic participants.
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SERVICE
Orioles front office staff, players, coaches and Orioles Wives are committed to giving back to the Baltimore community through volunteerism.
Throughout the season, Orioles volunteers have donated their time to various organizations throughout Birdland. Additionally, several Orioles players
were recognized this season for their community involvement and volunteer efforts, both locally and nationally.
ORIOLES WIVES PARTNER WITH HABITAT FOR HUMANITY
In September, several Orioles Wives including Jill Davis and Tiffani Givens along with the
OriolesREACH Volunteer Team participated in the rebuild of a Baltimore home as part of
the Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake’s Baltimore Women Build project. Habitat for
Humanity of the Chesapeake’s Women Build program has funded and constructed homes
throughout Baltimore for over nine years and continues to focus on building projects in
impoverished areas.
37TH ANNUAL ORIOLES REACH HOLIDAY PARTY
Current and former Orioles including Tim Berry, Brad Brach, Oliver Drake, Ryan Flaherty,
Mychal Givens, Adam Jones, T.J. McFarland, and Tyler Wilson hosted 80 students from The
Webster Kendrick Boys & Girls Club in Baltimore as part of the 37th annual OriolesREACH
Holiday Party for kids at Dave & Busters in Arundel Mills Mall. Players served lunch, played
games, and signed autographs for the students. The Orioles also donated gifts to every child.
COMMISSIONER’S COMMUNITY INITIATIVE AND MLB & PLAYERS GIVE BACK
The Commissioner’s Community Initiative and MLB & Players Give Back make it possible to
provide complimentary tickets to those dedicated to community service, as well as underserved
youth. The goal of the Commissioner’s Community Initiative and MLB & Players Give Back
charitable ticket programs is to enable children, children’s charities, community and civic groups,
public servants, and deserving groups supported by the MLBPA that might not otherwise have a
chance to attend a Major League game to enjoy the same experience that more than 70 million
baseball fans get to enjoy every year. Each season, the Baltimore Orioles provide complimentary
Orioles tickets to nonprofit, community-based organizations through this initiative.
ORIOLES MAGICAL WISHES PROGRAM
The Orioles Magical Wishes Program provides critically-ill
children with an opportunity to watch batting practice on the
field before Orioles home games, as well as the chance to
receive autographs from their favorite players before enjoying a
game with their families. The program gives children an escape
from the treatments they are receiving, as well as VIP treatment
at the ballpark. Some of the dedicated organizations that refer these children are the Casey
Cares Foundation, Make-A-Wish Foundation, and The Ronald McDonald House of Baltimore.
ORIOLES REACH VOLUNTEER TEAM
Each year, members of the Orioles front office through the OriolesREACH Volunteer Team program
volunteer with various organizations in the region to help improve the local community. This year,
the OriolesREACH Volunteer Team donated their time at the Franciscan Center, Maryland Food
Bank, Habitat for Humanity, St. Francis Neighborhood Center, USO of Metropolitan WashingtonBaltimore, and at other local organizations.
ORIOLES PARTNER WITH THE FRANCISCAN CENTER, INC. TO HOST “GAME NIGHT”
As part of an ongoing commitment to volunteerism, the Orioles partnered with the Franciscan
Center, Inc., and hosted a “Game Night” event and evening meal for hungry men, women, and
children in the community in August. The Franciscan Center has served the Baltimore community
since 1968, providing food, clothing, emergency financial assistance, and supportive outreach.
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COOL KIDS CAMPAIGN
In late July, the Orioles hosted 50 children from the Cool Kids Campaign as part of
“Buses for Baseball.” At the conclusion of Orioles batting practice, a number of Orioles
players greeted and interacted with the youth. The Cool Kids Campaign is a nonprofit
organization devoted to improving the quality of life for pediatric oncology patients and
their families by focusing on the academic, social, and emotional needs brought on by
a cancer diagnosis. “Buses for Baseball,” a program administered and underwritten
by the Major League Baseball Players Trust, provides transportation, game tickets,
and personal greetings from players to underprivileged children across the country.
Also this season, Ryan Flaherty, Adam Jones, and Kansas City’s Mike Moustakas
represented all Major League Baseball players when they presented a check for
$10,000 to the Cool Kids Campaign Foundation, located in Towson, MD. The
Cool Kids Campaign was co-founded by Rob Belanger, son of the late Orioles
Hall of Famer and Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA)
Special Assistant, Mark Belanger.
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PLAYER HONORS
HEART & HUSTLE AWARD PRESENTED BY MLBPAA
Adam Jones received the Orioles’ 2015 Heart & Hustle Award from the Major League Baseball
Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA). This esteemed award, voted on by Alumni players,
honors active players who demonstrate a passion for the game of baseball and best embody the
values, spirit, and tradition of the game. Jones previously won this award during the 2012 and
2014 seasons.
MILITARY & VETERAN APPRECIATION
The Orioles extend several special offers to members of the military
and U.S. veterans throughout the season including discounted tickets,
complimentary gift items for military members and their families, and
complimentary “Welcome Home” scoreboard messages. At select
Sunday home games, AT&T and the Orioles also invite the family of a
deployed military service man or woman to be their guest of the game
and feature the family on the centerfield video board.
ROBERTO CLEMENTE AWARD PRESENTED BY CHEVROLET
Brian Matusz was named the Orioles 2015 nominee for the prestigious Roberto Clemente
Award presented by Chevrolet. Matusz was one of the 30 Club finalists for the annual award,
which recognizes a Major League Baseball player who best represents the game of baseball
through positive contributions on and off the field, including sportsmanship and community
involvement. Matusz earned the Orioles’ 2015 nomination for his work with many charities
in and around Baltimore, including Casey Cares, the Cool Kids Campaign, Baltimore Animal
Rescue and Care Shelter, and the OriolesREACH Gameday Experience Program. As part of the
nomination, in honor of Roberto Clemente, Matusz presented the Casey Cares Foundation with
a $7,500 donation from Chevrolet.
Additionally, through the Sunday Suite Program in partnership with GEICO, the Orioles host
wounded service members and other active duty, veteran, and military organizations in a
private, catered suite. The Orioles provide a special player meet and greet before the game,
recognition after the playing of “God Bless America” during the seventh-inning stretch and
complimentary Orioles player T-shirts. Participating players this year included Zach Britton,
Brad Brach, Chris Davis, J.J. Hardy, Darren O’Day, Chris Tillman and Matt Wieters. The
United Services Organizations, Wounded Warrior Project, Yellow Ribbon Fund, Operation
Homefront, Marine Corps League, The Mission Continues, Team RWB, The 6th Branch, Got
Your 6, Red Circle Foundation, Warrior Events, and Fort Meade were among the organizations
that participated in the program.
WHEATLEY AWARD
PLAYER APPEARANCES AROUND BIRDLAND
Several Orioles players made appearances around Birdland in 2015. Featured appearances
included Brad Brach, Caleb Joseph and Jimmy Paredes meeting and greeting fans at the
Orioles Team Store in the York Galleria Mall. In addition, Steve Clevenger signed autographs at
Modell’s Sporting Goods in the Perring Plaza Shopping Center in Baltimore.
In support of Orioles partner Southwest Airlines, David Lough participated in the Southwest
Airlines “Trading Places” promotion at BWI Airport. Lough took part in a variety of jobs
performed by Southwest Airlines employees including boarding passengers for a departing
flight, supporting the arrival of a Southwest Airlines aircraft, and more.
Additionally, Zach Britton frequently visited the Johns Hopkins Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive
Cancer Center Division of Pediatric Oncology, to spend time with children battling cancer. During
one of his visits, Britton selected a child from the hospital to throw out the ceremonial first pitch
prior to an Orioles game.
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The Baltimore Sun Media Group presented Darren O’Day with the
2015 Tim Wheatley Award for Community Service. The Baltimore Sun
Media Group created the Tim Wheatley Award in 2010 to honor a
local athlete whose contributions off the field were just as important
as his or her contributions on the field. O’Day has supported the USO
and the Orioles’ Military Sunday Suite Program and has donated
$50 to Luke’s Wings for every batter he struck out. Since 2013,
O’Day raised nearly $12,600 for Luke’s Wings, a nonprofit military
organization dedicated to the support of current and former service
members wounded in battle.
THE BOB FELLER ACT OF VALOR AWARD
Darren O’Day was the Orioles finalist for the 2015 Bob Feller Act of
Valor Award. The award is presented each year to one U.S. Navy
Chief Petty Officer, one Baseball Hall of Fame member, and one
active Major League Baseball player who reflect the values, integrity,
and dedication to serving the United States that Bob Feller himself
possessed.
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CASEY CARES FOUNDATION
BROOKS ROBINSON COMMUNITY SERVICE AWARD
The Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association (MLBPAA) named Adam Jones as
the 2015 Brooks Robinson Community Service recipient. Each year, the MLBPAA gives
the Brooks Robinson Community Service Award to a current or former Major Leaguer
whose community service exemplifies the unselfish and humble attitude of Brooks Robinson,
bettering the lives of the youth in his community. The award was created to honor the
dedication Robinson has shown to young people across the country through his support of
the Legends for Youth Clinic series and the MLBPAA since its inception in 1982.
Since 2001, the Orioles have partnered with the Baltimore-based Casey Cares Foundation, a
501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides personalized, uplifting, and ongoing programs with a special
touch to critically-ill children and their family members throughout the Mid-Atlantic region. The
ongoing relationship with the foundation has included ticket and memorabilia donations, on-field
experiences, player visits at local hospitals, and Casey Cares Extra Innings Events where children
and their families meet with Orioles players to learn how to play baseball.
Orioles pitcher Brian Matusz served as the honorary “Race Ambassador” for the 2015
Casey Cares 5K Run/Walk. Leading up to the event, he helped to promote the race
through radio and TV interviews by encouraging fans to participate. On the day of the
5K, Matusz joined 2,100 runners at the starting line to kick-off the race and participated
in the on-field ceremony honoring the winners. With the help of Matusz and the Orioles,
this year’s race raised more than $106,000 for the Casey Cares Foundation.
Each year, the Orioles partner with the Casey Cares Foundation to host a 5K Run/Walk benefiting
patients and their families. The Casey Cares Foundation launched its first 5K event in 2010 and
later moved the race to Oriole Park at Camden Yards in 2013. The 3.1-mile run and one-mile walk
now begins at the ballpark and ends on the field. Since moving the race to Oriole Park, the Casey
Cares 5K Run/Walk has raised more than $290,000 to provide programs for sick children and
their families.
Many Orioles players have taken a special interest in the Casey Cares Foundation,
often visiting with patients at nearby hospitals, attending Casey Cares Extra Innings
Events, hosting Casey Cares patients at the ballpark, and helping the children
experience batting practice and tour the clubhouse.
In August, the Orioles and OriolesREACH again partnered with the Casey Cares Foundation to host
the sixth annual Casey Cares 5K Run/Walk at Oriole Park. The event featured a pregame warm-up
with the Oriole Bird, music and other entertainment, along with post-race refreshments. The top race
winners were announced in a pregame ceremony prior to that night’s game.
Executive Director Casey Baynes founded the Casey Cares Foundation in 2000 for
five Baltimore families with the goal of providing uplifting programs and activities for
children fighting cancer and other serious illnesses. With the help of the Orioles, the
charity has grown to serve hundreds of families throughout the Mid-Atlantic region
and has now provided more than 16,000 activities for critically-ill children and their
families.
THE ORIOLE WAY AWARD
The Oriole Advocates presented Zach Britton with the Oriole Way Award which recognizes
an Orioles player who made significant contributions both on and off the field and who has
demonstrated a sincere willingness and desire to serve the community. The Oriole Advocates
honored Britton with the 2015 Oriole Way Award for his dedication to serving others, including
children battling cancer, BARCS animals, and military families.
MARVIN MILLER MAN OF THE YEAR AWARD
As part of the Major League Baseball Players Association Players’ Choice awards, Adam Jones
was named the 2015 Marvin Miller Man of the Year for his commitment to giving back to
underprivileged children in Baltimore. The award recognizes one player for his combination of
on-field performance and community dedication.
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SARASOTA 365
The Orioles are an integral part of the Greater Sarasota community year-round, embracing youth activities, charitable causes, and civic priorities.
Through Sarasota 365, a host of year-round OriolesREACH initiatives in the greater Sarasota area, the Orioles demonstrate that commitment to the
club’s southern home goes far beyond baseball.
BIRDLAND GOLF CLASSIC
The fifth Annual OriolesREACH Birdland Golf Classic was held at The Founders Club to benefit the Miracle League of Manasota, an organization dedicated to providing an opportunity to every
person to play baseball, regardless of their ability. The Classic, which has raised more than $125,000 since its inception, featured a silent auction and the chance to play a round of golf with current
and former Orioles players and coaches including Manager Buck Showalter, as well as Chris Davis, J.J. Hardy, Brian Matusz, Darren O’Day, and Chris Tillman. In addition to supporting the annual
operations of the Miracle League, the Orioles helped fund the league’s synthetically-surfaced baseball field in Sarasota. Opened in 2012, the ballpark attracts players from throughout Sarasota and
Manatee counties. Children and adults with disabilities can now play team baseball, just like their peers. In 2015, the Orioles donated an additional $40,000 to the Miracle League of Manasota.
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YOUTH BASEBALL OPENING DAYS
Attending youth baseball openers for local teams has been a tradition since the Orioles arrived
in Sarasota for Major League Spring Training in 2010. This season, the Oriole Bird made
three stops during February and March to help open youth baseball leagues. The Oriole Bird
participated in Opening Day ceremonies for Venice Little League, followed by Sarasota Little
League, and the Miracle League of Manasota. The Oriole Bird also helped to launch the Miracle
League of Manasota’s 2015 spring season.
GO GREEN AUCTION
On St. Patrick’s Day, the Orioles once again auctioned autographed green O’s
caps worn during that day’s Spring Training game, this time to benefit Marie
Selby Botanical Gardens. Selby Gardens is a world-renowned botanical
research center and leader in environmental education. The auction raised
nearly $8,000 for the botanical gardens.
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MAYORS’ FEED THE HUNGRY PROGRAM
The Orioles and the Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program teamed up again in
2015 to collect and distribute food to help people in need in the Sarasota area.
The Orioles also hosted the Thanksgiving Sorting Day at Ed Smith Stadium. The
Mayors’ Feed the Hungry Program is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that
has helped more than 390,000 hungry persons in Sarasota and Manatee counties
by distributing more than 200 tons of food and more than $2 million in food gift cards
since 1987. The organization’s Thanksgiving food drive collects more than 46 tons of
non-perishable food items annually and also uses cash donations to distribute food gift
cards through charitable groups, religious institutions and service agencies.
YOUTH BASEBALL CLINICS
ALL FAITHS FOOD DRIVE
In March, the Orioles hosted the fifth annual All Faiths Food Drive to help families in the
Sarasota area. Since 2011, more than 4,000 pounds of food and more than $5,000 in
cash donations have been collected at the yearly food drive to help people in need in the
Sarasota community. In 2015, All Faiths Food Bank distributed 7.1 million pounds of food,
which equates to nearly 5.9 million meals. More than 3,500 volunteers and 180 partner
agencies and programs in Sarasota and DeSoto counties support the Food Bank’s mission.
The Orioles host year-round baseball clinics in Sarasota to teach area youth the fundamentals of baseball. In 2015, the club hosted clinics for participants from the North Port Family YMCA,
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast, and the T-REC Coalition of Sarasota County, among others.
SOFTBALL CLINIC FOR GIRLS
In celebration of National “Play Ball” Month in August, the Orioles hosted more than
100 girls from Girls Inc. for a youth baseball clinic at Ed Smith Stadium. Participants
received hitting, pitching, baserunning, and fielding instruction from Orioles minor
league players.
SARASOTA COUNTY YOUTH SUMMER CAMP
This summer, Orioles minor league players and the Oriole Bird taught more than
90 children aged 5 to 12 about fitness at the Sarasota County Youth Summer
Camp at Laurel Park.
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BALLPARK & COMMUNITY EVENTS
ORIOLES REACH GAMEDAY EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Again this season, the Orioles hosted more than 10,000 underprivileged youth as a part of the
OriolesREACH Gameday Experience Program, in which participants received a game ticket,
concessions, an Orioles T-shirt and cap, as well as transportation to and from the game. More
than 130,000 children have participated since the program’s inception.
Each season, the Orioles host and participate in a variety of community appearances and events throughout Birdland, as well as at
Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The events serve not only as an opportunity for fans and players to interact, but also to create lifelong memories while
aiding a diverse collection of nonprofit organizations.
FANFEST
The Orioles launched the 2015 season in January by hosting the
team’s annual FanFest at the Baltimore Convention Center. FanFest,
presented by Visit Sarasota County, featured appearances by 55
current and former Orioles players and coaches as part of a daylong celebration of baseball that included question-and-answer
forums with players, front office staff, and media; clinics for children
on a youth-sized baseball field; a Spring Training exhibit; kids’ press conferences presented by
MASN; and tours of the Orioles clubhouse at Oriole Park.
Through various autograph signings, memorabilia sales, silent auctions and other activities,
FanFest raised more than $155,000 for the Orioles Charitable Foundation.
GREATER BALTIMORE COMMITTEE’S WELCOME HOME COCKTAIL RECEPTION
In early April, Orioles players and coaches attended the Greater Baltimore
Committee’s Welcome Home Cocktail Reception at the Hilton Baltimore.
Baltimore businessmen and women had the opportunity to take pictures with
and get autographs from Orioles players. Additionally, Baltimore businessmen
and women were able to participate in a question-and-answer forum with
Executive Vice President of Baseball Operations Dan Duquette and manager
Buck Showalter.
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KIDS’ OPENING DAY
The Orioles celebrated their first-ever Kids’ Opening Day this season and
welcomed children and their families to a new season of Orioles baseball with
many fun activities and unique gameday opportunities. Kids’ Opening Day featured a
kids-only giveaway, a postgame Kids Run the Bases event, and opportunities for children age
14 and under to participate in pregame experiences including taking the field with the team
for the national anthem, delivering the lineup card, throwing out the ceremonial first pitch, and
introducing the Orioles’ starting lineup over the ballpark public address system.
SAFETY PATROL APPRECIATION NIGHTS
The Orioles donated 10,000 tickets to safety patrol students throughout the state of Maryland
and their families as part of two Safety Patrol Appreciation Nights in April. This was the 61st year
that the club has supported the safety patrol program.
YOUTH BASEBALL DAYS
The Orioles hosted three Youth Baseball Days at Oriole Park this season. More
than 20,000 youth baseball and softball players participated in a pregame parade
around the warning track and were greeted by Orioles players as they walked by the dugout.
Teams, dressed in their uniforms, carried banners and waved to their family members as they
rounded the field.
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONIES
On Memorial Day, the Orioles held special pregame ceremonies in recognition of Memorial Day. Ceremonies included a presentation of the colors by Defense Information School Joint Color Guard;
a ceremonial first pitch delivered by Col. Brian Foley, Garrison Commander of U.S. Army Fort Meade 3rd U.S. Infantry Regiment; and the national anthem performed by Sgt. Ian Bowling from the
U.S. Army Field Band. Nine active duty soldiers took the field with Orioles players just prior to the national anthem.
STATE OF THE ORIOLES
This season, the Orioles again hosted a special “State of the Orioles” event open to Orioles
Season Plan Members. Gates opened early for all full season and 29-game plan members for an
exclusive autograph session with Orioles players. Additionally, all Season Plan Members were
treated to a special question-and-answer session featuring Orioles Executive Vice President of
Baseball Operations Dan Duquette and manager Buck Showalter.
BIRDLAND SOCIAL NIGHTS
The Orioles hosted two “Birdland Social” events in
2015, featuring an exclusive pregame party on the
Centerfield Roof Deck, which hosted several hundred
of the Orioles’ most-engaged social media followers.
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The first event in July included a question-and-answer session with Baseball Hall of
Famer, and MASN broadcaster Jim Palmer and MASN beat writer Roch Kubatko.
The second event in August featured Orioles All-Star closer Zach Britton and
Orioles.com beat writer Brittany Ghiroli. Both events were hosted by public
address announcer Ryan Wagner. Guests received access to the party, a
catered menu, two drink coupons, a ticket to the game, and an exclusive
T-shirt with a unique social media design.
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ORIOLES HALL OF FAME LUNCHEON AND CEREMONY
The annual Orioles Hall of Fame Luncheon was held on August 14 at Oriole Park. Sponsored
by the Oriole Advocates, founders of the Orioles Hall of Fame, the ceremony honored the
2015 Orioles Hall of Fame inductees: Melvin Mora, John Lowenstein, Gary Roenicke and Herb
Armstrong Award recipient Fred Uhlman Sr. Each honoree received a green jacket, a Waterford
crystal clock, and a plaque honoring their achievements. The collection of Orioles Hall of Fame
plaques is displayed on Eutaw Street.
CHECK PRESENTATIONS AND SPECIAL CEREMONIES
On September 11, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield presented a check for more than $17,000 to the March of Dimes. For every walk by an Orioles batter during the season, CareFirst donated $50
to March of Dimes. The Orioles drew 418 walks this season. CareFirst executives presented the check to representatives from the March of Dimes. Also, five-year-old Andrew Jacobs, who was born
eight weeks early, participated in the check presentation as an ambassador for March of Dimes.
In September, a check for $50,000 was presented to representatives from the R Adam Cowley Shock Trauma Center and the University of Maryland Medical System to help save more lives in the
Baltimore community. Each season, KELLY contributes $1,000 for every save recorded by an Orioles pitcher, and the Orioles recorded 43 saves in 2015. Since 1996, KELLY has contributed more
than $800,000 to the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center through the “Saves for Shock Trauma” Program.
In early September, representatives from the Alzheimer’s Association Greater Maryland Chapter and PharmD threw out the ceremonial first pitch prior to that night’s game. The Alzheimer’s
Association is the world’s leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care, support, and research.
CARDBOARD TO LEATHER COLLECTION
On September 13, the Orioles and the Oriole Advocates conducted their 2015 Cardboard to Leather™
collection at Oriole Park, presented by Legg Mason. The Oriole Advocates created the program in 1992
to provide baseball and softball equipment to underprivileged youth in developing countries. Fans were
encouraged to bring new or gently-used baseball equipment to Oriole Park prior to that day’s game
to be used in this year’s distribution, which went to youth players in Aruba, Dominican Republic, and
Mexico. Financial donations were also accepted to help with shipping costs. This year’s event collected
1,125 items and raised more than $4,500.
In a special ceremony prior to that day’s game, representatives from Legg Mason, presented the Oriole
Advocates Charitable Foundation with a $10,000 contribution for the Cardboard to Leather Equipment
Collection. Additionally, the Baseball Tomorrow Fund awarded a grant of $5,000 to the Oriole Advocates
Charitable Foundation for the purchase of new equipment.
20TH ANNIVERSARY OF CAL RIPKEN JR.’S RECORD-BREAKING CONSECUTIVE GAME STREAK
This season, the Orioles celebrated the 20th anniversary of the iconic moment when Cal Ripken Jr. played his 2,131st consecutive game, passing New York Yankees legend Lou Gehrig, on
September 6, 1995. Ripken threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Oriole Park to his longtime teammate Brady Anderson, as part of a variety of commemorative events to honor the anniversary.
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MARYLAND FOOD BANK
HAILEY DAWSON CEREMONIAL FIRST PITCH
On August 17, Hailey Dawson, a five-year old girl from Las Vegas, threw
out the ceremonial first pitch. Dawson was born with Poland Syndrome, a rare
birth defect that causes underdevelopment of the pectoral muscle on one side
of the body and deformation of the hand. Inspired by Robohand and Hailey’s
condition, engineering students from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas created
the “Flexy Hand 2” for Hailey and made the files available online for free for anyone
to download. The 3-D printed hand is a cost-effective, plastic prosthetic hand operated
by wrist movement.
The Baltimore Orioles have partnered with the Maryland Food
Bank for 29 seasons. Each year, Orioles players and their
wives along with Orioles employees are involved with various
food distribution and collection events around Baltimore to help
hungry families in our community.
This year, the Orioles partnered with the Maryland Food Bank to host a food distribution event at William
Pinderhughes Elementary in West Baltimore in May. Orioles players Brad Brach, Zach Britton, and
Miguel Gonzalez participated in the event along with Orioles Wives Jenae Brach, Courtney Britton,
Lucy Gonzalez, Audie Jones, Yainee Machado, Jessica Pearce, Jaime Russell, Angela Showalter,
Christina Tillman, and Maria Wieters to distribute food to local residents, many of whom had limited
access to groceries due to unrest in the city during late April. The Oriole Bird also made an appearance
to help distribute food along with community volunteers. Approximately 16,000 pounds of food were
distributed that day to the West Baltimore community.
NASA ASTRONAUT TERRY VIRTS VISITS ORIOLE PARK
On September 14, NASA astronaut Terry Virts, a graduate of Columbia’s Oakland Mills High
School, presented an Orioles jersey he took to the International Space Station to manager
Buck Showalter. Virts served as commander of Expedition 43 during a 199-day mission to
the International Space Station.
During the weekend of June 12-14, the Orioles and presenting sponsor
OneMain Financial, along with the Orioles Wives, Oriole Advocates,
MASN, WJZ-TV, Von Paris Moving and Storage, and the Maryland Food
Bank, held the 29th annual OriolesREACH Food and Funds Drive at Oriole
Park at Camden Yards. Members of these groups collected non-perishable
food items and monetary donations from fans at each entrance of the
ballpark. Fans also were encouraged to visit local OneMain Financial
branches through June to donate non-perishable food items.
The drive benefited soup kitchens, food pantries, and emergency shelters throughout Maryland. This
year’s OriolesREACH Food and Funds Drive presented by OneMain Financial collected 7,000 pounds
of food and $37,000 in cash donations. OneMain Financial contributed a $5,000 donation. Over the
last three years, the event has raised more than $91,000 and collected nearly 25,000 pounds of food.
Prior to Thanksgiving, OriolesREACH Volunteer Team participated in the Maryland Food Bank’s annual
“Pack to Give Back” event. Volunteers helped pack more than 15,000 holiday boxes for distribution to
families in need during the holiday season. Holiday boxes included food items for a nutritious holiday meal.
The Maryland Food Bank was established in 1979 and has continued growing through numerous
partnerships and programs, encouraging people to donate funds, food, or volunteer their time to help
end hunger. The nonprofit hunger-relief organization distributes more than 100,000 meals per day and
has locations in Baltimore, Hagerstown, and Salisbury.
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2015 DONATIONS REPORT
Each year, the Orioles donate time, money, tickets, autographed memorabilia, and other resources to help countless
charitable organizations, schools, and civic groups throughout
Birdland. Here is a list of groups the team has helped in the
past year:
ORIOLES DONATIONS
175 Wing Softball Program
240th Marine Corps Ball Echo Company
A Forever Home Rescue Foundation
A Message of Hope Cancer Fund
Abington Christian Academy
Air Force Aid Society
Air Force Sergeants Association Chapter 102
Alberta Smith Sharks
Alexandria Country Day School
All Faiths Food Bank
All In All The Time Foundation
Alzheimer’s Disease and Related Disorders Association
American Cancer Society Relay for Life
American Heart Association
American Heart Association Sarasota/Manatee
American Legion Post 60
American Little League
An Achievable Dream, Inc.
Annapolis Police Explorers Post 199
Anne Arundel County CASA, Inc.
Anne Arundel Medical Center
Annual PJ Schafer tournament
Annunciation BVM School
Arcadia Junior Fire Company
Arch Street Center
Archbishop Curley High School Wrestling
Archbishop Spalding High School
Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation
Arlington Babe Ruth Baseball 30th Anniversary Celebration
Art Works Studio School Inc.
Arundel Boosters Club
Arundel House of Hope
Ashburton Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
ASK Childhood Cancer Foundation
Associated Black Charities
Atglen Public Library
Athletes Serving Athletes
Atholton Elementary School
Autism Speaks
Babe Ruth League, Inc.
Back Restoration Committee
Baileys Cross Roads Volunteer Fire Company
Baldwin Parent Teacher Organization
Baltimore Area Special Hockey- Baltimore Saints
Baltimore Basilica
Baltimore BlueClaws Baseball Club
Baltimore Cancer Support Group
Baltimore Child Abuse Center
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Baltimore Choral Arts Society
Baltimore City Fire Foundation
Baltimore City Fraternal Order of Police Golf Tournament
Baltimore City Recreation & Parks
Baltimore City Schools
Baltimore Community Toolbank
Baltimore County Public Schools - Crossroads
Baltimore County Public Schools - Loch Raven
Baltimore County Recreation & Parks
Baltimore Montessori Public Charter School
Baltimore Teacher Supply Swap
Baltimore Washington Medical Center
Baltimore White Marsh Adventist School and Child
Development Center
Baltimore-Chesapeake Autism Society
Band Boosters of the Clear Spring Area Schools
BARCS
Baresville Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Barnesville School
Battlefield Middle School
Bayhealth Cancer Institute
Bayside Breeze Fastpitch Softball
Bayview Christian School
Beach Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Bedford Hills Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Bel Air Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Bel Air Middle School
Bel Air Middle School Parent Teacher Association
Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation
Bellows Spring Elementary School
Belmont Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Belvedere Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Bennett Institute/KKI
Best Buddies Virginia
BEST Kids, Inc.
Beth El Preschool
Bethany College Football
Bethel Manor Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Winchester, Frederick & Clarke
Big Brothers Big Sisters of York & Adams
Bishop McNamara High School
Bishop O’Connell High School Gala & Auction
Bishop Shanahan High School
Blind Industries and Services of Maryland
Blue & Gold Baseball Club
Blue Bell Elementary
Bollman Bridge Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Borromeo Housing, Inc.
Boulder Crest Retreat Foundation
Bowie High School Baseball Alumni
Bowie Hockey Club
Box of Rain
Boy Scouts of America
Boys & Girls Club of Central Maryland
Boys & Girls Club of Northern Shenandoah
Boys & Girls Club of Washington County
Brandywine YMCA
Bright Beginnings Preschool
Bright Futures-Frederick County
Broad Run High School
Brooklyn Parks Birds 8u
Brown Memorial Weekday School
Brunswick Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
Brunswick Junior Railroaders Athletic Boosters
Building Blocks of Faith Preschool, LLC
Bull Run Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Bulldog Athletic Association
Bully Paws Pit Bull Patriots, Inc.
Buzz Aldrin Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Caitlin’s Smiles
Calvary Athletic Association
Calvary Christian Academy
Calvert Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Calvert Hall College High School Band
Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation
Camp Farthest Out Incorporated
Camp Possibilities
Camp Sunrise Pediatric Oncology Johns
Campbell Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Capital Area Law Enforcement Foundation
Capital Caring
Caravel Academy PTC
Career & Technology Academy
Carlisle Area Little League
Carolina Hurricanes - Kids ‘N Community
Carolina Storm Surge Baseball
Caroline County Board of Education
Carroll Hospital Auxiliary
Carroll Hospital Center Foundation
Carroll Lutheran School
Carroll Manor Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Carrolltowne Elementary
Carver Center Foundation
CASA of Baltimore County
CASA of York County
Casey Cares Foundation
Cat Depot
Catonsville Chaos 12-U Travel Softball
Catonsville Middle School
Catonsville Recreation and Parks
Cecil Saints Youth Football and Cheerleader
Cedar Grove Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Centennial Boosters, Inc.
Centennial Lane Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Center for Adoption Support and Education
Center for Child & Family Services
Center for Progressive Learning Inc.
Center for the Arts
Centerstage
Central Delaware Christian Academy
Chambersburg Phoenix 13U Fastpitch Softball
Chancellor High School Baseball
Change, Inc.
Chantilly High School Athletic Boosters
Chapel District Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Chapel Hill Elementary School in Perry Hall
Charleston Montessori School
Charm City Animal Rescue
Chase Brexton Health Care
Cheer Challenge All-star Booster Club
Cheers School Family Inc.
Chelsea School
Chesapeake Bayhawks
Chesapeake Broadcasters Association
Chesapeake Public Charter School
Chesapeake Support Our Heroes
Chesapeake Terrace Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Chesapeake Therapeutic Riding
Chesterfield Little League
Chestnut Grove Child Development Center
Childhood Brain Tumor Foundation
Children and Company Pre-School
Children’s Roads to Recovery Inc.
Children’s Aid Society
Children’s Center of North Harford
Children’s Home Society of West Virginia
Children’s Hospital Foundation
Children’s Miracle Network of Penn State
Children’s Playhouse of Maryland
Christian Athletic Association
Christian Family Montessori School
Christopher Academy
Churchville Lightning Softball
Citizenship Law Related Education Program
City Neighbors Charter School
City Neighbors Hamilton
City of Bowie Gymnasium
Clarke County Education Foundation
Clarksville Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Class Arts Inc.
Claymore Senior Center Inc.
Cockeysville Recreation
Colin Powell Elementary School
Columbia Education Foundation
Comfort Zone Camp
Common Ground Dance Company
Community Foundation for Northern Virginia
Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County
Community Haven
Compass Mark
Compass Regional Hospice
Comprehensive Care Center
Concordia Prep
Congressional Fire Services Institute
Cool Kids Campaign
Cornerstones
Corpus Christi School
Countryside Christian School
County of York Department of Emergency
Cranberry Station Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Cressona Fire Company No.1
Critters for the Cure
Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America
CUB RUN Parent Teacher Association
Culpeper Power Pack Program
Cumberland Valley Umpires Association
Cure Progressive Supranuclear Palsy
CURE Scleroderma
CureSearch for Children’s Cancer
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Damascus Elementary School
Daniel Boone Parent Teacher Council
Davenport Preschool
Davidsonville Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
DC Central Kitchen
Deal Island School Parent Teacher Association
Deep Creek Volunteer Fire Company
Delaware Academy of Public Safety and Security
Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition
Delaware Cobras Softball
Delaware Diamonds Fastpitch Softball
Delaware National Guard Enlisted Association
Delaware Rockets
Delaware Technical Community College
Delaware Valley Golden Retriever Rescue
Delmar High School
Delmar Little League
Delmarva Christian High School
Delmarva Diamonds Select Baseball
Delmarva Shorebirds
Delrey School
Denbigh High School Baseball
Department of Defense Field Research Activity
Deputy Sheriff’s Association, Fraternity of Police Lodge 112
Diamonds Baseball/Nick Adenhart Memorial Baseball Camp
Dick Vitale Telethon
Dieruff Football
Diligence Fire Company No. 1 of Summit Hill, Pennsylvania
Diplomatic Security Foundation
Discovery Station at Hagerstown
Down Syndrome Association of Northern Virginia
Downtown Association of Ocean City
Ducks Unlimited
Dulaney High School
Dundalk Recreation Council
Eagle Foundation
Eagles Baseball Club
East Coventry Elementary Parent Teacher Association
East Goshen Elementary School
East Juniata Girls Basketball of Juniata County
East Petersburg Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
East Rock Baseball Club
Eastern Shore Big Brothers Big Sisters
Eastern Shore of Virginia 911 Communications
Edgemere Sparrows Point Field Hockey
Edgewood Recreational Baseball & Softball
Edmarc Hospice for Children
Education Foundation for Isle of Wight Public Schools
Eldersburg Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Elkridge Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Elkridge Youth Organization Inc.
Elkton High School Football
Emmanual Lutheran School
Emmorton Elementary School
Emmorton Recreation Council for 12U Baseball
Empowering Minds of Maryland’s Youth
Enoch Pratt Free Library
Eos Therapeutic Riding Center
Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware
ERAU Athletic Association
Evan’s Victory Against
Evangelical Community Hospital
Evergreen Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Evergreen School
F.B. Meekins Preschool
Factory Athletics Foundation
Fairfax High School
Fairy Godmother Project
Faith Centre
Fallston Animal Rescue Movement
Farmdale Faculty Parent Association
Father Andrew White School
Fauquier Family Shelter Services
Fieffe Foundation for Haiti
Fifth District Elementary
Fight for Sight
Final Salute Inc.
First Flight Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
First Police Precinct Citizens’ Advisory Committee
First State Hornets
Fisher House
Fleetwood Area Baseball Association
Flint Hill School
Florida Sports Foundation
Forest Hill Elemtary School Parent Teacher Association
Forest Hill Nursery School
Forest Hill Recreation Lacrosse
Forest Knolls Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Fort Meade Alliance Foundation
Fort Meade
Fort Washington Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Foundation Fighting Blindness
Fountain Green Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Francis Scott Key Athletic Boosters
Frankfort Colts Athletic Association
Franciscan Center
Frederick County 4H Therapeutic Riding Program
Frederick Fire Softball
Frederick Keys Baseball
Frederick Rescue Mission
Fredericksburg Academy
Freedom Firebirds/Friends of Carroll County
Recreation & Parks
Friend of Fawn Parent Teacher Organization
Friends of Carroll Recreation and Parks
Friends of Fannett-Metal Athletics
Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum
Friends of the National Zoo
Fruitville Elementary School
Fulton County Medical Center Foundation
Fusion Partnerships Inc.
Gambrills Athletic Club Inc.
Garden Spot Boys Basketball
Garrison Forest School
Gaudenzia Foundation
Gayton Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Georgetown Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center
Georgetown University Baseball
Germantown Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Gettysburg Hospital Foundation
Gilbertsville Elementary Home School
Gilchrist Hospice Care Howard County
Girdletree Vol. Fire Company
Girl Scouts of Central Maryland
Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay
Girls Inc.
Giving Hope Foundation
GoldHeart Golden Retriever Rescue
Goodwill Industries of the Chesapeake
Got Your 6
GoWags Grizzlies Travel Baseball
Grace Episcopal Day School
Grassroots Crisis Intervention
Grassy Lick Kirby Community Center
Great Seneca Creek Elementary School Parent Teacher
Association
Greater Baltimore Committee
Greater Baltimore Medical Center Foundation
Greater Glen Burnie Junior Sports League
Greater Manassas Baseball League
Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce
Greater Severna Park Athletic Association
Greater Washington Urban League
Green Ridge Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Green School of Baltimore
Green Valley Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Greenbelt Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Greenspring Montessori School
Greenwood Mennonite School
Gunpowder Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland
Habitat for Humanity of Peninsula and Greater Williamsburg
Habitat for Humanity of the Chesapeake
Habitat for Humanity of Washington County
Hagedorn Little Village School
Hagerstown National Little League
Hamilton Baseball
Hamilton Young Marines
Hammond High School Boosters
Hampden Family Center
Hampden Township Veterans Recognition
Hancock Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Hancock Fire Company
Harford Community Action Agency, Inc.
Harford Community College
Harford County Public Library
Havre de Grace Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Haymarket Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
Health Partner’s Inc.
Hearts & Homes for Youth
Heat Softball
Hebbville Elementary School
Help and Emergency Response, Inc.
HelpHOPElive
Helping Children Worldwide
Helping Families in Need
Hereford High School Baseball
Hermitage High PTSA
Heroes Haven, Inc.
Hershey Symphony Orchestra
Hickory Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Hickory Fountain Green Baseball
Hickory Hornets
Hickory Lady Hornet Travel Fast-Pitch Softball Program
High Voltage All Stars
Highland Retreat
Hillsmere Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Hipp Family Foundation
Hoffman Homes for Youth
Hollin Meadows Partnership for Science & Math Education
Hollywood Elementary School
Holman Middle School Parent Teacher Association
Holy Angels Catholic School
Holy Cross Health Foundation
Holy Redeemer School
Home Instead Senior Care/ Delaware
Homes for Our Troops
Homestead-Wakefield Elementary School
Honor Every Responsible Officer’s Eternal Sacrifice, Inc.
Hope Connections for Cancer Support
HopeWell Cancer Support
Horace Mann Elementary School
Hospice Caring
House of Ruth Maryland
Housing Unlimited, Inc.
Howard County Autism Society
Howard County Conservancy
Howard County Library System
Howard County Youth Program Baseball
Howard University
Hugh K Cassell Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
Humane Society of Washington County
Hunter’s Heroes, Inc.
Huntington’s Disease Society of America DC Metro Chapter
Hurlock Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
Immanuel Baptist Youth Group
Immune Deficiency Foundation
In Honor of Her
Independence Now
International Critical Incident Stress
Isaac Delisle Foundation
Israel Association of Baseball
Itineris, Inc.
It’s About The Kids Education Organization, Inc.
Jackie Robinson Foundation
Jacksonville Elementary School
James Madison University Alumni Association
Janet Hardy Memorial Scholarship Fund
Jeffers Hill Elementary School
John Archer School Parent Teacher Association
John C. Myers Parent-Teacher Association
Johns Hopkins Children’s Center
Johns Hopkins University
Jones Elementary School
Joppa View Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Joppatown Recreation Council
Judith Resnik Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Junior Achievement of Cental Pennsylvania
Junior League of Annapolis
Junior League of Baltimore
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Kaltreider-Benfer Library
Kathleen Gandy Impact Foundations
Kemptown Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Kennedy Krieger Festival of Trees
Kent Association of Riding Therapy, Inc
Kent School
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Key Point Health Services
Kids Care Classic
KidsPeace
King George Little League
King of Glory Preschool and Kindergarten
Kitty City Rescue
Lacey Spring Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Lake Shore Volunteer Fire Company
Lancaster Science Factor Children’s Museum
Lane Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Lansdowne Middle School Athletics
Larry J Macaulso Elementary School Parent Teacher
Organization
Laural Oaks Parks and Recreation
Laurel Life Elementary Transition Program
Lavale Athletic Association
Lawnton Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
Laytonsville Elementary Parent Teacher Association
League for Crippled Children, Inc.
Leg Up Farm
Legal Information Network for Cancer
Leib Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Leo Independent Fire Engine Company No. 1
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Maryland
Liberty Christian School
Liberty High School Cheer Team
Liberty Lionbackers, Inc
Life with Cancer
Lighthouse Christian Academy
Lilian S. Besore Memorial Library
Linganore High School Marching Band & Company
Linglestown Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Linthicum Hi-Riders
Lisbon Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Little Explorers Child Development, Inc.
Little Flower School
Littlestown Baseball for Youth
Living In Recovery, Inc.
Loch Raven High School Boys Soccer
Loganville Springfield Elementary School
Lonely Hearts Animal Rescue
Long Reach High School Music Department
Lowes Island Elementary School Parent
Loyola University
Luff & Seghs Memorial Classic
Lungevity
Lupus Foundation of America
Madison House Autism Foundation
Magothy Cooperative Preschool
Magothy River Middle School
Make-A-Wish Foundation
Man Up Baseball
Manchester Baseball Association
Manor Woods Elementary School
March of Dimes
Mardela Middle & High School Parent Teacher Association
Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
Marine Corp Leagues
Marine Toys for Tots Foundation
Maritime Magic- Living Classrooms
Marriott’s Ridge High School Boosters Club
Mary of Nazareth School
Maryland Army National Guard
Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training
Maryland Food Bank
Maryland Gymnastics
Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts
Maryland Historical Society
Maryland Hokie Club / Virginia Tech Athletic Fund
Maryland Hunger Solutions
Maryland Kids of Deaf Adults
Maryland Legends Youth Baseball and Softball
Maryland Library Association
Maryland Line Volunteer Fire Company
Maryland Recreation & Parks Association
Maryland Saltwater Sport Fishing Association
Maryland School for the Deaf Foundation
Maryland School Nutrition Association
Maryland Science Center Solstice
Maryvale Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Mason Dixon Soccer League
Mason-Dixon Rescue Dogs, Inc
Matsunaga/Longview Parent Teacher Association
Matula Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
Maymont Foundation
Mayors Feed The Hungry Program
Mays Chapel Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
McGaheysville Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
McLean School of Maryland
Meals on Wheels Delaware
Meals on Wheels of Lewes & Rehoboth
Mechanicsville Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Med Star Health
MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center
Mercy Medical Center Forensic Nursing
Mercy Ridge
Mercyhurst University
Mid-Atlantic Chinese Shar-Pei Rescue
Middle River Recreation & Parks
Midland Christian Academy
Mid-Shore Challengers
Miles River Shore Hawks
Milford Housing Development
Millers Creek Christian School
Minersville Little League
Minor League Baseball Charities
Miracle League of Manasota
Monocacy Elementary School-Parent Teacher Association
Monocacy Montessori Communities, Inc.
Monroe Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
Montessori Academy of Lancaster
Montessori International Children’s House
Montessori School of Alexandria
Montessori School of Oakton
Montgomery County Association for Hearing Impaired
Children
Montgomery County Humane Society
Montgomery County Law
Montgomery County Little League
Morrisville Little Bulldogs
Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
Mostly Mutts, Inc.
Mother of God School
Mother Seton Academy
Motor Neuron Disease Foundation, Inc.
Mount Carbon Borough
Mount de Sales Academy Alumnae
Mount Hebron Nursery School
Mount Pleasant Christian School
Mount St. Mary’s University Baseball
Multiple Myeloma Charity Classic
Murch Elementary Home & School Association
Murietta Valley Nighthawk Baseball Team
Nancy Collins Memorial Cancer Foundation
Nanticoke Health Services
Nate’s Honor Animal Rescue
National Alopecia Areata Foundation
National Collegiate Cancer Foundation
National Federation of the Blind of Maryland
National Foundation for Cancer Research
National Guard Educational Foundation
National Guard Youth Foundation
National Hospice Foundation
National Multiple Scerosis Society, Greater Carolinas Chapter
National Multiple Sclerosis Society, Maryland
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
National Pancreas Foundation
National Stuttering Association
Naval Academy Primary School
Naval Medical Research Center
Navy Corpsman Ball Committee
Navy League
Navy Marine Coast Guard Residence
Navy Supply Corps Foundation, Washington Area Chapter
Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society
Nellis Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
New Hope Housing
New Windsor Middle School Parent Teacher Organization
Newark Charter School, Inc.
Nick’s Battle Foundation
Nor-Gwyn Baseball
North Bethesda Middle School
North Carroll Community School
North East Youth Football
North Harford Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
North Harford High School Lacrosse Team
North Penn School District Educational
Northern Chesapeake Sheltie Rescue
Northfield Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Northport Family YMCA
Northwest High School Booster Club
Northwestern Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Nourish Now Foundation
Nu Chapter, Graduate Women in Science
Oak Hill Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
Oakland Terrace Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Ocean Lakes Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Old Line State Lacrosse Club “Rockfish”
Old Mill High School Patriots Boosters Club
Operation Homefront
Operation Turbo
Operation Walk Maryland
Operation Walk Virginia
Operations Security Evaluations Group
Opportunity Builders, Inc.
Oriole Advocate Charitable Foundation
Osteogenesis Imperfecta Foundation
Our Lady of Mount Carmel School
Our Lady Queen of Peace
Paint Branch Elementary School
Palmyra Elementary Schools Parent Teacher Organization
Parent Teacher Association Maryland Congress Bakerfield
Elementary School
Parent Teacher Association Maryland Congress Manchester
Parent Teacher Association Maryland Congress of Parent &
Teachers Inc., Seventh District
Park School of Baltimore
Parkside Fire Company
Parkville High School Athletics
Pasadena Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Pathways, Inc.
Patient Advocate Foundation
Patterson Mill Middle/High PTSA
Patuxent High Athletics
Paul Smith Library of Southern York County
Paul’s Place, Inc
Pediatric Center’s Kids in Action
Peninsula Catholic High School
Penn Manor Baseball Boosters
Penn View Christian School
People for Pets Fund
Perquimans Central Parent Teacher Association
Perry Hall Christian School
Perry Paws Charity Event
Perryville Little League
Pet Pantry of Lancaster County, Inc.
Pet Rescue of Maryland
Pets with Disabilities
Philadelphia Children’s Alliance
Phillippi Creek Elementary
Phoenix Assistance Dogs of Central Pennsylvania
Piney Ridge Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Pinnacle Baseball
Pittsville Elementary & Middle School Parent Teacher
Association
Plains Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Pocopson Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Police Unity Tour Inc. Chapter 9
Poolesville Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Pop Warner Wicomico Panthers
Preston Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Preston Volunteer Fire Company
Prince George Promise
Prince William County Police Association
Professional Baseball Scouts Foundation
Prospect Mill Elementary School Parent Teacher Association, Inc.
Parent Teacher Association Delaware Congress
Pujols Family Foundation
Pushing Pink Elephants
Queen Anne Hillsboro Volunteer Fire
Recreation Deeds for Special Needs
Red Circle Foundation
Red Land High School Alumni Association
Red Pump Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Register of Wills Charity Fund
Resources, Interventions, Support and Education for Individuals
with Autism
Response, Inc.
Reston Children’s Center
Ridge Volunteer Rescue Squad
Ridgeway Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Ridgley Middle School
Ringling Redskins
River Soccer Club
Riverheads Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Rivers of Hope, Inc
Roaring Run Lions Club
Roberta’s House Grief Support Center
Robinson Parent Teacher Student Association
Rock Creek Conservancy, Inc.
Rock Creek Forest Elementary School
Rockville Community Nursery School
Rockville Presbyterian Cooperative Nursery
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Ryan S Jackson Memorial Scholarship Fund
Sacred Heart Medical Group
Sacred Heart School
Safe Alternative Foundation for Education, Inc.
Salisbury Middle School
Salisbury University Foundation, Inc.
Salvation Army
Samantha’s Friends
Sanctuary Rescue Group of Virginia
Sandra & Malcolm Berman Cancer Institute, Greater Baltimore
Medical Center
Sanford School
Sarah’s House
Sarasota Area Sports Alliance
Sarasota Coalition on Substance Abuse
Sarasota County
Sarasota Little League
Sarasota Orchestra
Sarasota Young Professionals Group
Savage Boys & Girls Club
Scott Wheeler 5051 Foundation
Second Chance Animal Rescue
Sequoyah Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Sertoma Club
Sertoma Club of Venice
Serve Our Willing Warriors
Serve Our Wounded Warriors
Service Dogs by Warren Retrievers
Seton Keough High School
Seven Sorrows BVM School
Shady Side Elementary School
Shannon’s Fund
Shay Sharpe’s Pink Wishes
Shenandoah Valley Christian Academy
Shepherd’s Clinic
Sheriff’s Activity League of Sarasota County
Shiloh Middle School Parent Teacher Organization
Shining Stars Therapeutic Ministries
Shop with A Cop Cecil County, Inc.
Shore Kaos
Shoresh, Inc
Shrewsbury Christian Academy
Sickle Cell Disease Association of America
Side by Side, Inc.
Sierra Environmental Education
Silver Spring Nursery School
Simon Butler Elementary
Sjögren’s Syndrome Foundation
Skip Program
Small Miracles Cat & Dog Rescue
Snow Hill High School Baseball
So Others Might Eat
Socastee High School
Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Fredericksburg
Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals of Anne
Arundel County
Soroptimist International of Kent County
South County Pre-K Co-Op
South Jefferson Elementary School
South Lakes Booster Club
South Mountain Elementary
South Shore Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Southampton Academy
Southern High School Sports Boosters
Southern Maryland Area Fellowship of Christian Athletes
Southwest District Parent Council
Special Love Inc.
Special Olympics Carroll County
Special Olympics of Maryland
Special Olympics Virginia
Sporting Hill Elementary School
Sussex Consortium Autism Program
Spring Dell Center
Spring Garden Elementary School Parent Teacher Association Sutherland Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Swift Creek Athletic Association
Spring Hill Elementary Parent Teacher Organization
Swing for the Cure Clinic/Fundraiser
Springfield Estates Elementary School
Springwoods Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization Tails of Hope Sanctuary, Inc.
Tar Heel Leagues, Inc.
Sprout Therapeutic Riding and Education Center
Target Community & Educational Services, Inc.
St. Agnes Catholic School
Teach For America, Baltimore
St. Andrew the Apostle Elementary School
Teen Challenge of Baltimore
St. Ann Catholic School
Texas Rangers Foundation
St. Anthony’s Day School Parent Association
The 6th Branch
St. Augustine’s Catholic School
The Arc Central Chesapeake Region
St. Baldrick’s Foundation
The Arc Montgomery County, Inc.
St. Bernadette School
The Baltimore Child Abuse Center
St. Casimir Catholic School
The Banner School, Inc.
St. Coletta of Greater Washington
The Barrie School
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
The Carman Lay Foundation
St. Frances Academy
The Children’s Center
St. Francis de Sales Catholic School
The Children’s Home Of Reading
St. Francis Home
The Clinton County United Way
St. Francis Neighborhood Center
The Columbia Orchestra
St. Joan of Arc School
The Combined Federal Campaign
St. John Catholic School
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
St. John Lutheran School
The Demi Foundation
St. John Regional Catholic School
The Disability Resource Center of the Rappahannock Area, Inc.
St. John the Evangelist Catholic School
The Empowerment Center, Inc.
St. John’s Episcopal School
The Fireman’s Fund of the Gaithersburg-Washington Grove
St. John’s Preschool
Fire Department, Inc.
St. Joseph School
The First Tee of Howard County
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
The Fortune Foundation
St. Luke’s Day School
The Foundation to Eradicate Duchenne
St. Margaret’s Day School
The Frederick Chorale
St. Maria Goretti High School
The Friends of the Perry Hall Library
St. Martin’s Lutheran School
The Hamels Foundation
St. Martin’s School
The Harbour School Innovative Learning, Inc.
St. Mary Catholic School
The Hearing and Speech Agency
St. Mary Magdalen Home and School
The Howard Gardner School
St. Mary of the Assumption Catholic Youth
The Ingenuity Project, Inc.
St. Mary of the Mills School
The International School of Charlottesville
St. Mary’s Bryantown
The Jenkins School
St. Mary’s Catholic School
St. Michaels Elementary School Parent Teacher Association The Kadence Jae Foundation
The King’s Christian Academy
St. Paul’s Lutheran School
The Legacy School
St. Peter’s Christian Day School
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
St. Peters School
The Living Legacy Foundation
St. Pius X School
The Maryland Symphony Orchestra
St. Raphael School
The Mission Continues
St. Rita School
The Mix at Arbor Place
St. Stephen School
The Mount Washington School
St. Stephens Classical Christian Academy
The Nathan Chris Baker Foundation
St. Sylvester Catholic Church, Gulf Breeze and Habitat for
Humanity
The National Guard Association of Delaware
St. Theresa Catholic School
The One Hundred Club of AA County
St. Thomas Parish Day School
The Parent Association of Kennedy Krieger
St. Timothy Catholic School Parent Teacher Organization
The Paul Stefan Foundation
St. Vincent Pallotti High School
The Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic
Step Sisters
The Primary Day School
Stevens Forest Elementary School Parent Teacher Association The Salisbury School
Stevens Forest Nursery School
The SUCCESS Project
Stevenson University Soccer Programs
The Sunshine Kids Foundation
Stoddert Elementary School
The Texas Scout Association
Stone Bridge Booster Club
The Trauma Survivors Foundation
Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart
The United Service Organizations of Metropolitan WashingStony Point Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization ton-Baltimore, Inc.
Summit Park Elementary School Parent Teacher Association The Virginia Rose Humanitarian Foundation, Ltd.
Suncoast Travel Baseball Toys for Tots
The We Promise Foundation
Sunshine Foundation Mercer County Chapter
The Webb Group, Inc. Educational Learning
Susquehanna Valley Law Enforcement Camp
The William S. Baer School
The Williams School
The Youth Life Foundation of Richmond
There Goes My Hero
Thomas Johnson Elementary Middle School
Thomas Viaduct Middle School PTSA
Thurgood Marshall Elementary School Parent Teacher
Organization
Tidewater AFCEA
Towson University
Towsontowne Recreational Baseball Program
Toys for Tots
Transitional Housing BARN, Inc.
T-REC Coalition of Sarasota County
Trinity School
Troops First Foundation
True Heroes Charity Golf Tournament
Turning the Page
Tuscarora High School Parent Teacher Student Organization
Two Rivers Public Charter School
UMPS CARE Charities
Union Bridge Fire Company
United Disabilities Services
United Services Organization
University of Maryland Baltimore
University of Maryland Center for Young Children
University of Maryland School of Pharmacy
University of New Haven
University of Virginia Children’s Hospital
Uplifting Athletes
Urbana High School Athletic Boosters
USA Warrior Ice Hockey Program
USO of Metropolitan Washington-Baltimore
Valley Little League
Venice Little League
Veterans Moving Forward, Inc.
Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States of Department
of Maryland
Vickie’s Angel Foundation
Virginia Children’s Chorus
Virginia Clubbers
Virginia Congress of Parents and Teachers
Visit Sarasota County
Visual Arts Center of Richmond
Vocational Technical Educational Foundation
Walter Johnson High School Education
Warhill High School Wrestling
Warren County High School Wildcat Athletic Association
Warren Elementary School
Warrior Canine Connection
Warrior Events
Warwick Education Foundation
Washington Capitals Charities
Washington Christian Academy
Washington County Junior Football League
Washington County Young Life
Washington Nationals Dream Foundation
Washington Waldorf School
Waverly Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Waynesboro Fire Department Volunteers Inc.
West Fallowfield Christian School
West Hanover Parent Teacher Association
West Salisbury Intermediate League All Stars
Westfield High School PTSA
Westminster High School Instrumental Music
Westminster School
Westowne Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Westside Volunteer Fire Department
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White Marsh Recreation Council Travel Baseball
Wicomico Day School
Wilde Lake High School Boosters
Willards Volunteer Fire Company
William H. Farquhar Middle School Parent Teacher Association
Williamsport Wrestling Club
Wilson Elementary Parent Teacher Association
Winchester Academy
Windsor Farm Elementary School
Winfield Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Wolftrap Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Woodson Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization
Woodstock/Edinburg Community Baseball
Worcester County Humane Society
Worthington Elementary School Parent Teacher Association
Wounded Warrior Project
Wright Denny Parent Teacher Organization
Yellow Ribbon Fund
YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
Yorkshire Academy/York Learning Center
Young Hearts Foundation
Youths Benefit Educational Foundation
ORIOLES REACH GAMEDAY EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
Abbottston Elementary School #50
Alpha and Omega Christian Worship Center
Alpha and Omega Quality Child Care
Arlington Elementary and Middle School #249
Armistead Gardens School #243
Baltimore City Recreation and Parks
Baltimore County Major League Travel Baseball
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Booker T. Washington Middle School
Boy Scouts of America, Baltimore City
Boys & Girls Clubs of Metropolitan Baltimore
Brooklyn Park Middle School
Camp United at Western High School Summer Camp
Center for Building Hope
Chadwick Elememtary School
Charlesmont Elementary School
Chase Elementary School
Chesapeake Center for Youth Development
Christian Youth Athletics Baltimore
Community Center for the Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Community Haven
ConneXions Community Based Arts School
Diamonds on the Rise
East Side Colts Football League
Easterwood and Matthew A. Henson Neighborhood
Associations
Emmanuel Church International
Faith Baptist Church
Faith Tabernacle Baptist Church
First Mt. Olive Freewill Baptist Church
Fort Meade Community
Fort Meade Homeschool Group
Foundation for Inner City Youth
Freetown Elementary School
Greencastle Elementary School
Guilford Elementary/Middle School
Hampstead Hill Academy
Hebbville Elementary School
Highlandtown Elementary/Middle School #215
Hillendale Police Athletic League
Holy Nativity Episcopal Church
James Mosher Associates, Inc. Tee Ball & Instructional Teams
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KidsPeace
Live Charmed
Logan Elementary School
McCulloh Homes Youth Program
Meade Middle School
Miracle League of Manasota
Mount Washington After School Program
My Brother’s Keeper: Baltimore City Public Schools
NAACP, Baltimore City Branch
New Christian Memorial Church
New Lebanon Calvary Baptist Church
N-Full Motion Marching Band
North Point Village Civic Association, Inc.
Oak Park School
One More One Less Mentoring
Operation Timothy
Patterson Park Public Charter School
Pines of Sarasota
Restoration Church & Ministries
Roots of Scouting, Inc.
Saint Anne’s Catholic Church
Saint Wenceslaus Falls Church
Sandtown-Winchester Communities
Sarah M. Roach Elementary School
Sarasota Housing Authority
Save Another Youth Stop The Killing Coalition
School’s Out Program at Leith Walk Elementary School
Sheriff’s Activity League
Shiloh African Methodist Episcopal Church
Shining Star Baptist Church
Stepping Towards a New Destiny Mentorship
Stillmeadow Planting & Revitalizing Our Urban Treasure
Children’s Group
Teen Haven
The Concord Baptist Church Saturday Youth School Program
The Fatherhood Collective
The Greater Baltimore Urban League’s Saturday Leadership
Program
The Peace Project
T-REC Coalition
Victorious Ministries
Waverly Community School
Windsor Hill Middle/Elementary School #87
Y of Central Maryland
Zion Deliverance Center
Zone 16 Family & Friends Day Association
COMMUNITY BOOTH AT ORIOLE PARK AND
ED SMITH STADIUM
22NeedsAFace
All Faith Family Food Bank
All Shepherd Rescue
American Heart Association
American Legion Auxiliary
Animal Rescue, Inc.
Autism Speaks
Babe Ruth Birthplace Foundation, Inc.
Baltimore Bully Crew
Baltimore Child Abuse Center
Baltimore City Cancer Program
Baltimore Humane Society
Basset Rescue of the Old Dominion
Bella’s Bully Buddies
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Black Dogs & Company Rescue, Inc.
Boy Scouts of America
Casey Cares Foundation
Catch a Lift Fund
Community Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Dogs on Deployment
End Allergies Together
Epilepsy Services of South West Florida
Federal Emergency Management Agency
Fidos for Freedom, Inc.
Franciscan Center, Inc.
Icing Smiles, Inc.
KidsPeace
LUNGevity Foundation
Lupus Foundation of America D.C., Maryland, Virginia
Chapter
Maryland Animal Sanctuary and Rescue
Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training
Maryland Food Bank
Maryland Natural Rescores Police
Maryland STEM Festival
Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue
National Alopecia Areata Foundation
National Kidney Foundation of Maryland
Oriole Advocates Charitable Foundation
Pets with Disabilities
Pines of Sarasota
Promises for Parkinson’s
Sarasota Audubon Society
Sarasota Family YMCA
Sarasota Sheriff’s Animal Services
Saving Grace Animal Rescue of Maryland
Second Chance
Selby Botanical Gardens
Sighthound Underground
SPCA of Anne Arundel County
Strike Out Stroke
Susan G. Komen of Maryland
Tails of Hope
Thankful Paws
Therapy Pets Unlimited
T-REC Coalition
U.S. Department of Veterans Affair
University of Maryland Children’s Hospital
Vehicles for Change
Veterans Crisis Line
Y of Central Maryland
Zaching Against Cancer Foundation
ORIOLES REACH NORFOLK TIDES GAMEDAY
EXPERIENCE PROGRAM
21st Century Camp
Arthritis Foundation
Autism Buddies
Beach Buddies
Bethany Baptist
Bethlehem Church
Boys & Girls Club of Peninsula
Brandon Middle School
Camp Broadway
Carpenters Ministries
Carver Elementary School
Cerebral Palsy
Chesapeake Therapeutic
Churchland House
City of Hampton Schools
City of Portsmouth Behavioral Services
Commonwealth Challenge
Community Alternative
Community Options
Compassion LLC
Creekside Elementary School
Eggleston Services
First Baptist Church
First Baptist Church of Lamberts Point
First Colonial High School
Friends of the Portsmouth Juvenile Court
Granby Elementary School
Hampton Roads Chapter of the Deaf
Hampton Roads Community Church
Hampton-Newport News Community Service Board
Harbor Point
Head Start
Healing Temple Church
Heritage for Kids
Herons Landing
Higher Ground Outreach
Hope & Happiness
House of Prayer
Independence Middle School
Indian River Southeastern Cooperative Educational Programs
Knights of Pyrthian Youth Organization
Lake Prince Woods
Lake Taylor Hospital
Langley Air Force Base
Leigh Hall Assisted
Little Creek Youth Center
Little Zion Baptist Church
Medi Home Health
Navy Morale, Welfare and Recreation
Next Step
Norfolk Therapeutic Recreation
Northside Middle School
Oyster Point Academy
Pack 42
Patient First
Phoenix Aspiration
Point O’View Elementary School
Safety Patrol
Salvation Army Summer Camp
Samaritan House
Seatack Elementary
Seton Youth Services
SkillQuest Services
Southeastern VA Training Center
Surry Parks & Rec
Taylor Elementary Girls on the Run
The Barry Robinson Center
The Beacon House
The Supportive Living Program
The Up Center
Tidewater Youth Services
Toys for Tots
Troop 42
United Methodist Family
United Way of South Hampton Roads
Veterans Affairs Medical Hospital
Virginia Supportive Housing
Western Branch Southeastern Cooperative Educational
Programs
Western Tidewater Community Services Board
Youth Challenge
Youth Earn & Learn
YOU CAN HELP OUR REACH GROW
Donating to the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation or Shannon’s Fund helps us touch more lives, build more connections,
and help more of our neighbors experience a better life.
To donate, visit OriolesREACH.com and click on any of the “donate” tabs for the Charitable Fund or Shannon’s Fund.
Or mail a check made out to the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation to the following address:
OriolesREACH
Attention: Donations
333 West Camden Street
Baltimore, MD 21201
If your organization would like to work with OriolesREACH to better the lives of those in our community, we’re here to help.
To schedule a former player appearance, please call 410-547-6144.
To schedule The Oriole Bird, please call 410-547-6140.
To inquire about the OriolesREACH Gameday Experience Program, please call 410-547-6221.
To inquire about OriolesREACH Community Booth availability, please call 410-547-6202.
For all other OriolesREACH questions, please call 888-848-BIRD or visit OriolesREACH.com.
DONATION REQUESTS
Each year, the Orioles send donations to charitable, non-profit organizations, schools, and civic groups. In 2015, we donated
9,596 items to local non-profit organizations that helped raise more than $175,000.
To request a donation, please visit orioles.com/donations and fill out the online request form.
We do not accept email requests. Please notify us at least six weeks prior to your scheduled event. Requests will only be
considered for organizations that can include a copy of its 501 (c) (3) status, are a recognized charity supporting youth
athletics or educational initiatives and are located in the MD/DC/VA/DE/WV/NC/PA or in the Sarasota, FL areas.
333 WEST CAMDEN STREET
BALTIMORE, MD 21201