FSL1 Bradenton Marauders

Deadline Nears For Fields For Kids Program Applications

Published on April 11, 2013 under Florida State League (FSL1)
Bradenton Marauders News Release


Bradenton, Fla. - The deadline to apply for funding from Pirates Charities' Fields for Kids Bradenton matching grant program is one week from tomorrow. Applications are open to non-profit organizations, schools, and local government units that operate athletic programs for youths.

The Fields for Kids Bradenton program is open to any independent non-profit tax-exempt organization, school or local government unit that operates youth athletic programs within Manatee County. Any organization operating athletic programs within the approved region that has secured funds equal to or exceeding the requested amount (secured funds can include in-kind contributions of materials or labor) may apply for a grant. Organizations must be governed by active boards and have sufficient annual revenue to carry out their programs. Organizations receiving grants will be required to prominently display provided signage recognizing Pirates Charities' support.

Matching grants between $1,000-$5,000 are available for the renovation of outdoor athletic or recreational fields used primarily by youth, including but not limited to baseball/softball, football, field hockey, lacrosse and soccer fields. Eligible projects will include the upgrading of essential field components, such as new sod, infield, turf, fencing, dugouts/benches and irrigation systems; upgrades to the overall facility to include lights, bleachers, batting cages, scoreboards and concession stands.

Grant awards will be determined and announced on May 31. Completed applications should be directed to Trevor Gooby, Pittsburgh Pirates Senior Director of Florida Operations.

Pirates Charities is the official philanthropic arm of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Pirates Charities was founded in 2006. It has contributed more than $3.1 million to the greater Pittsburgh, Bradenton and Manatee County, and Estorga, Dominican Republic communities.

For more information about the Fields for Kids Bradenton program or to download an application, visit http://pittsburgh.pirates.mlb.com/pit/community/fields_for_kids_br.jsp . For more information about Pirates Charities visit www.pirates.com/piratescharities, or call 941-747-3031.

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