Friends of Baseball LLC
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Mission Statement
Friends of Baseball (FOB) is committed to using the sport of baseball to positively impact the lives of children in our community. Our mission is to provide youth from under represented communities and opportunity to learn valuable life skills, such as teamwork, perseverance, and sportsmanship, through the game of baseball. We believe that by instilling these core values, we can help prepare young players for success both on and off the field.
About This Cause
Friends of Baseball was founded in 2005 by an Oregon father, son and Board of Trustees driven by their passion to give back in the form of aid and partner resources to the community of youth baseball and softball that they love. What started out as a family foundation sponsored by the Oregon Sports Authority has grown into an independent 501c3 that is working in five key areas: - Baseball-inspired academic and physical education after school and summer enrichment programs - Scholarships for kids to have access to play for local leagues and teams - Training coaches to be positive mentors and providing them with resources - Equipment and gear distribution - Field safety and improvements Founders Keenan and Ben Longcor wanted to pass on the timeless bond between father, son, and baseball to generations of children in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Together, with our community partners, Friends of Baseball has provided $2.8 million in programming, scholarships, grants, and equipment since 2004 and served over 40,000 children. 3.5 million children will lose access to sports in the next decade. We invest in programming, volunteer coach training, field renovation, and gear and equipment donations and distribution to ensure no child is denied the chance to play due to financial ineligibility, social exclusion, or lack of programming. Friends of Baseball Full Count After School and summer enrichment programs that teaches life skills through academic, social and physical recreation. Full Count returns the fun of play to the game of baseball. With active and contagious games, kids learn baseball fundamentals while getting the daily activity they require and are coached and taught by instructors who emphasize positive self identity. Full Count's whole child approach also includes baseball-inspired academic and social activities that span topics like history, science, art, math, literacy, and nutrition. Participants also are taught individual and team goal-setting to help build confidence and foster a growth mindset. Participants receive a Full Count kit that includes a cinch bag, water bottle, tee, hat, wiffle ball, and glove. We are currently serving youth in twenty sites in 5 school districts and with 7 social service agency partners in the Portland Metro area. We partner with community organizations and family service providers like Metropolitan Family Service, Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization, Latino Network, Self Enhancement Inc to deliver programs within school communities that serve a high percentage of historically underserved students (low income students and students of color). Through our programs, we strive to create a safe and inclusive environment that fosters growth and development. Our dedicated coaches and volunteers are passionate about using baseball as a tool for positive change, and we are committed to making a meaningful impact in the lives of the children we serve.