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2010 ANNUAL REPORT
Going beyond the ballpark and into our community.
Orioles in the CommunityTicket ProgramsSpecial Events at Oriole ParkSarasota ProgramsCharitable GivingShannon’s FundHelp Us Reach You
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Since 1954, the Baltimore Orioles have given back to the local community by becoming involved in a variety of area programs and initiatives, as well as creating new opportunities for assistance. Through OriolesREACH, the organization reaches out to our neighbors to help our fans improve their daily lives. In addition to partnering with existing charities and organizations, the Orioles have also established a collection of new initiatives. This Annual Report serves as a brief summary of some of the efforts that have taken place during the past year both in the communities we serve and at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
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. What’s more…it’s simple.
To donate online, visit OriolesREACH.com and click on any of the “donate” tabs for the Charitable Fund or Shannon’s Fund. Or, you can mail a check made payable to the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation to the following address:
OriolesREACH Attention: Donations 333 West Camden Street Baltimore, MD 21201
Player and Mascot Appearances
One of the clearest examples of the Orioles reaching out into the community is when Orioles players and coaches appear at various functions and events in our neighborhoods. Even the Oriole Bird has “flown” to over 200 destinations in the community since last season. This year, fans have also had the opportunity to meet their favorite players including Brian Roberts, Nick Markakis, Adam Jones, Matt Wieters, Jeremy Guthrie and Ty Wigginton at various locations throughout Birdland. To find out where your favorite current or former Orioles are appearing next, visit OriolesREACH.com and click on “Community Calendar.”
Nick and Christina Markakis and The Right Side Foundation
2009 and 2010 marked a successful launch of The Right Side Foundation, a non-profit charity established by outfielder Nick Markakis and his wife Christina to help distressed and disadvantaged youth throughout Maryland. The Foundation provides activities and initiatives for children including “Fun for 21,” a program which selects 21 children from different community groups to participate in monthly trips ranging from museum visits and Orioles games to outdoor activities. The foundation also continued its annual 5K Run and 1-Mile Fun Walk at Patterson Park on August 8 following the Orioles vs. White Sox game.
In September of 2009, Nick and Christina made a $75,000 donation to the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation specifically to support the Baltimore RBI League, Baltimore City School education programs and Shannon’s Fund.
In recognition of all Nick has done in the community, he was also selected as the 2009 Orioles nominee for the Roberto Clemente Award presented by Chevy. As the team’s nominee, Chevy presented Nick with a check for $7,500 to The Right Side Foundation.
ORiOLES iN THE COMMUNiTYEach year, the Baltimore 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:
A Step Closer Foundation, Inc.
A/C Power, Colver Power Project
Abandoned Pet Rescue
Aberdeen Board of Parks & Recreation, Inc.
Academy for College and Career Exploration and After School Matters
Academy of General Dentistry
Achievement & Rehabilitation Center
Adams County Children and Youth Services
Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center
Adelphi Elementary School
The After-School Institute
AFYA Baltimore, Inc
Albemarle High School
Alexander Okanlawon’s Autism Foundation
All Faith’s Food Bank
Alpha and Omega
ALS Association
ALS Les Turner Foundation
Alzheimers Association
America’s 9/11 Foundation
American Breast Cancer Foundation
American Cancer Society
The American Flag Foundation
American Heart Association
American Liver Foundation
American Red Cross
American Red Cross - Lower Shore Chapter
AMW Education Trust Fund
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Markakis Family Celebrates the Holidays
In November, Nick and Christina Markakis joined the Maryland Food Bank to deliver frozen turkeys to several Maryland families in need at the Grace African Methodist Episcopal Church in Catonsville. The Thanksgiving turkeys were purchased using money gathered during the 2009 Orioles Food Drive.
Then on December 3, the Markakis Family flipped the switch to illuminate the Washington Monument in Baltimore’s Mount Vernon neighborhood as part of the city’s annual “Monumental Occasion,” the unofficial beginning to Baltimore’s holiday season.
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Dempsey Welcomes Holidays in Fells Point
O’s legend and MASN broadcaster Rick Dempsey lit the Great Tree in Broadway Square on December 5 as part of Fells Point’s Olde Tyme Christmas Celebration. The all-day event also featured horse drawn sleigh rides, live music, a parade of lighted boats, and even a visit from St. Nick.
Guthrie, Bergesen Play in BCF Tennis Challenge
In December, the Orioles once again sponsored the Orioles Challenge as part of the Baltimore Community Foundation Tennis Challenge.
O’s pitchers Jeremy Guthrie and Brad Bergesen took part in a doubles match, coached by Ravens players. Also, tennis Hall of Famer John McEnroe joined fellow former world No. 1 Lindsay Davenport, current world No. 1 doubles stars Bob and Mike Bryan, and US Open stars Melanie Oudin and John Isner, for the event at the Baltimore Arena.
Since 1986, the BCF Tennis Challenge has raised more than $4 million for area charities through Orioles’ minority owner Pam Shriver’s partnership with the Baltimore Community Foundation.
31st Annual OriolesREACH Holiday Party
On December 9, 2009, several current and former Orioles teamed up to host students from Lakeland Elementary School at the ESPN Zone in Baltimore for the 31st Annual OriolesREACH Holiday Party. Players served free food and drinks to the children while 1983 World Series MVP and current MASN broadcaster Rick Dempsey once again played the role of Santa Claus, handing out presents to the participants. The children also joined the players upstairs in the Sports Arena for free games and activities.
FanFest Returns to the Convention Center
Marking its first return to the Baltimore Convention Center in three seasons, Orioles FanFest presented by the Sarasota Convention and Visitors Bureau welcomed more than 12,000 fans on January 23.
The huge and enthusiastic crowd enjoyed fan forums and autograph stations with current, former and future Orioles stars including Jeremy Guthrie, Adam Jones, Nick Markakis, Brian Roberts, Luke Scott, Matt Wieters, Ty Wigginton, Jim Palmer, Boog Powell, Scott McGregor, Josh Bell, Brandon Snyder and more.
Other FanFest activities included ballpark tours, memorabilia sales, interactive games, clinics for children on a youth-sized baseball diamond, and the first chance to purchase game tickets for the 2010 season.
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Animal Rescue, Inc.
Anne Arundel Community College
Anne Arundel County Special Olympics Program
Arbutus Elementary School
The Arc of Delaware
The Arc of Loudoun
Ardmore Elementary
Arlington Elementary
Arlington Pediatric Center
Armistead Gardens Elementary and Middle Schools
Arrow Child & Family Services
ASCE Maryland Section
Ashburton Elementary School PTA
The Assateague Peoples Tribe
Autism Speaks
Autistic Children’s Support Group
Ave Maria Preparatory School
Avon Grove High School
Avon Walk for Breast Cancer
Babe Ruth League
Babe Ruth Birthplace and Museum
Bagg Lady Travel Services
Baker-Butler PTO/Silent Auction
Baltimore Child Abuse Center
Baltimore City Department of Rec and Parks
Baltimore City Schools
Baltimore City Schools New Teacher Program
Baltimore County Career Fire Fighters Association
Baltimore County Communities for the Homeless
Baltimore County PAL
Baltimore County Rec and Parks
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Orioles, Fans Support Haitian Relief Efforts
FanFest was not only an opportunity to get ready for the 2010 season, but fans also had the chance to support victims of the devastating earthquake that struck Haiti in January.
Through a silent auction, memorabilia sales and cash donations, $65,000 was raised and distributed to three separate organizations. The Jenkins-Penn Haitian Relief Organization delivered medical supplies and served food to earthquake victims. Project Medishare worked to reestablish the health infrastructure and provide access to agriculture, education, clean water and sanitation in several Haitian communities. Miguel Tejada also donated his time to Project Medishare by visiting their headquarters in Miami and filming a public service announcement. Finally, Potters for Peace, a member of the World Health Organization’s International Network to promote Household Water Treatment and Safe Storage, assisted with low-tech, low-cost water purifiers.
Breakfast Breaks Program
For the 2009-10 school year, the Orioles and Baltimore Ravens joined forces with Baltimore City Schools to sponsor the Breakfast Breaks program. The program provides thousands of less fortunate city school students with boxed breakfasts, each branded with team logos and fun activities.
Learning with the Orioles
In 2010, OriolesREACH teamed up with Baltimore City Public Schools and T. Rowe Price to support “Learning with the Orioles,” a comprehensive summer learning program teaching math, reading, science and social studies skills to nearly 14,000 students at 80 city public elementary and middle schools.
T. Rowe Price Summer Reading Program
This year, the Orioles once again partnered with Maryland Public Libraries to present their annual Summer Reading Program, presented by T. Rowe Price, to local participants at more than 180 Maryland public library branches. The program is designed to encourage and reward area youth who commit to reading throughout the summer.
Beginning in June, children from elementary school through high school were able to register at any Maryland Public Library and receive a Reading Log that guided them through the Summer Reading Program. Kids who completed the Reading Log received prizes including Orioles game tickets. All told, more than 150,000 students participated in the Summer Reading Program.
Written by City Schools teachers and Child First Authority, Inc. curriculum specialists, the program blends skills from each aca-demic discipline for each grade level with facts and games relat-ed to the Orioles and baseball. It represents a new style of curricu-lum for City Schools, one that integrates several different aca-demic subjects into a program that is educational, fun and includes enrichment activities, including a visit to Camden Yards at the end of the summer session.
More than 5,000 City Schools students also received free tickets to attend the July 22 Orioles game at Camden Yards.
Kids who completed the Summer Reading Club, presented by T. Rowe Price, received prizes including Orioles game tickets. More than
150,000 students participated in the Summer Reading Program.
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Baltimore Dance Ensemble
Baltimore Department of Transportation
Baltimore Fatherhood Project
Baltimore Highlands Elementary School
Baltimore Reads
Baltimore Symphony OrchKids
Baltimore Urban Debate League
Bands on the Bay
BARCS
Batter Up Foundation
BCF Tennis Challenge
BCPSS Extended School Year Program
Beach Elementary PTA
Beaver High School Baseball
Bel Air Middle School
Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation
The Ben Stear Fund
Benedictine Sisters
Best Buddies of Maryland
Bethesda Community Baseball Club
Bible Baptist Church
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Maryland
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Suncoast
Big Brothers Big Sisters of York County
Big Hearts to Little Hearts
Blind Industries and Services of Maryland
Bobby Arnold Recovery Fund
Bollman Bridge Elementary School
Bon Air Elementary School
Booker High School
Bounce U
Bowlerama
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GBC Luncheon
On April 12, the entire Orioles team attended the annual Greater Baltimore Committee’s Welcome Home Luncheon at the Hilton Baltimore Hotel. Players and coaches discussed the upcoming season, signed autographs, and interacted with local businessmen and women.
Adam Jones Visits the Y of Central Maryland
Gold Glove outfielder Adam Jones visited the Y of Central Maryland in Druid Hill for two special events this summer. On April 30, Adam took party in a community block party for Druid Hill residents, Y volunteers, as well as community and business leaders that celebrated the completion of the Druid Hill Family Center’s revitalization project and community clean up.
Then, on August 19, Adam visited the Druid Hill Y Center and interacted with children involved in the New Horizons program. New Horizons is an eight-week program held each summer at the Druid Hill Family Center Y that offers life-skills and job training for approximately 65 homeless teens from Baltimore City. During the program, teens participate in a series of workshops on work readiness and receive a personal career interest inventory, as well as intensive instruction on financial literacy and money management skills. Additionally, local business leaders meet with the teens to provide them with real-life success stories and guidance as they plan for their futures. Finally, the Y coordinates paid internships for the teens where they spend approximately five weeks gaining experience in real world work environments. This unique program exposes homeless teens to opportunities and role models that may otherwise not be present in their lives.
American Red Cross Blood Drives
This season, OriolesREACH once again teamed up with the University of Maryland Medical Center to host a series of American Red Cross Blood Drives. Participants received exclusive gifts such as a Jim Palmer t-shirt, Matt Wieters bobblehead, Oriole Park VIP experiences, as well as free tickets to an upcoming Orioles game.
ORiOLES iN THE COMMUNiTY
Above: Former Orioles outfielder Al Bumbry provided instruction along with Bill Swaggerty, Larry Sheets, Rick Krivda, Tim Norris, and Tim Nordbrook and current Orioles catcher Craig Tatum during the OriolesREACH/Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks Baseball Clinic.
Above: Orioles outfielder Luke Scott greets a member of the Baltimore business community at the GBC Luncheon.
First Pitch Party
Just because the Orioles officially opened the 2010 season on the road, didn’t mean local fans had to wait to celebrate the start of the baseball season. On April 6, OriolesREACH invited fans to the ESPN Zone in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor for the Season Opener “First Pitch Party.” Fans were able to watch the O’s take on the Rays from Tropicana Field, while meeting former Orioles Al Bumbry, Joe Orsulak and Bill Swaggerty. Fans also received prizes and giveaway items, tickets to future games, and the chance to meet The Oriole Bird. One lucky fan even won the opportunity to throw out a ceremonial first pitch before an upcoming O’s game at Camden Yards.
OriolesREACH/Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks Baseball Clinic
On Saturday, April 10, OriolesREACH teamed up with the Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks to hold a baseball clinic at the Bloomsbury Community Center in Catonsville for children ages 6-14 and adult coaches. Current Orioles catcher Craig Tatum provided instruction along with former O’s Al Bumbry, Bill Swaggerty, Larry Sheets, Rick Krivda, Tim Norris and Tim Nordbrook.
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Boy Scout Troop #636
Boy Scouts of America
Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota County
The Brian Bedell 2-Young Foundation
Brian Ellis Memorial Foundation
Brian Wilson Memorial Scholarship Fund Golf Tournament
The Bridges Program
Brooklyn Church of God Youth Group
Brooklyn Heights C.S.A.F.E.
Broyhill Crest Barracudas Swim Team
Brunswick Junior Baseball
Bryan Thomas Palmer Memorial Fund
Building Hope, Inc
Bull Run Elementary PTA
Bushkill Outreach
C.L.E.A.N.
CAIU
Cal Ripken Baseball
Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation
Calvert Animal Welfare League
Calvert County Literacy Council
Cambridge Christian Academy
Camp Harambee The People
Camp Puh’Tok
Camp United
Canadochly Valley Elementary School
Capital Debate
Capital Hill Day School
Caps Care Classic
Caroline Hospice Foundation
Carroll Child Care Center
Carroll County Public Schools
Carroll Hospital Center
Casa Corazon
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Orioles Cook-Off Benefits the Maryland Food Bank
On May 26, Orioles Brad Bergesen, Luke Scott and Kevin Millwood “stepped up to the plate” to compete in the team’s second annual Orioles Cook-Off at the ESPN Zone to benefit the Maryland Food Bank. Scott’s surf-and-turf platter won the prize, while cash and food donations were collected to support area soup kitchens and food pantries.
Carroll Park Baseball Clinic
On June 12, the Orioles hosted their annual youth baseball clinic at Carroll Park with more than 300 pre-registered Baltimore City youngsters. Orioles Adam Jones and Lou Montanez offered instruction along with O’s first base coach John Shelby and former Orioles Paul Blair, Al Bumbry, and Rick Krivda. The Orioles also provided tickets to that night’s game for all children attending the clinic.
Orioles Baseball Summer Camps
The Orioles once again sponsored a series of Orioles Baseball Summer Camps designed for kids ages 7-16. The camps gave children the opportunity to receive baseball instruction from qualified professionals with years of experience coaching and playing at youth, high school, collegiate and professional levels. Camps included a visit from current and former Orioles players, including Adam Jones, Jake Arrieta, Corey Patterson, and Mark Hendrickson.
Camps were held at the Carroll County Sports Complex in Westminster, Memorial Park in York, Overlea High School and Kiwanis Wallas Park in Ellicott City. Each participant received an autograph and a photo opportunity with Orioles guests and also received an Orioles t-shirt and Junior Orioles Dugout Club presented by Chick-fil-A membership, which included free admission to several Orioles games this summer. Participants also got the chance to play one day of the camp at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.
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Casey Cares Foundation
Cat Depot
Catholic Charities
Catoctin Summit Adolescent Program
Catonsville Baptist Church
Cecil Partnerships for Children, Youth and Families
Cedar Cliff Football Boosters
Celebration of Life Christian Ministry
Center for Children
Center for Independent Living
Central Maryland Dart League
Central Sarasota County Little League
Chadwick Elementary School
Challenger League
Charity Community Church of God
Charles Evering Auxiliary to Post No. 6506
Charlesmont Elementary School
Charlestown Association
Chase Elementary School
Chesapeake Bay Area Charities
Chesapeake Center for Youth Development
Chesapeake Shepherd & K9 Rescue
The Childhood Brain Tumor Foundation
The Children’s Cancer Foundation
Children’s Miracle Network
Children’s National Medical Center
The Children’s Resource Center
Children’s Time Preschool
Children’s Charities
Chinquapin Middle School
CHIP of Roanoke Valley
Chris Jones Fund
Church of Holy Nativity Episcopal Church
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Above: Orioles outfielders Lou Montanez (left) and Adam Jones speak to local youth at the Carroll Park Baseball Clinic. Right: Orioles first base coach John Shelby provides hitting tips to a Baltimore youngster.
Orioles outfielder Adam Jones recognizes the RBI League champions during a pre-game ceremony.
Reviving Baseball in the inner City (RBi) League
Funded by the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation, the Reviving Baseball in the Inner City (RBI) League was established to help Baltimore City kids build self esteem while learning baseball skills in a fun and safe environment. In addition to sponsoring the summer-long league for more than 300 area teenagers, Orioles players including center fielder Adam Jones visited games during the summer to offer his support. The Orioles also hosted the championship games at Oriole Park for both the Junior and Senior divisions, and honored the league champions with special pre-game ceremonies on August 5.
USO-Metro’s “Operation Back to School”
On August 7, Orioles Jake Fox and Brad Bergesen attended the USO-Metro’s “Operation Back to School” at Fort Meade. The day featured Military children participating in a variety of activities that corresponded with their subjects in school. Jake and Brad encouraged the children during the physical education portion of the day, helping them with a fun obstacle course.
Brian’s Baseball Bash
On August 22, OriolesREACH and Brian Roberts hosted the Fifth Annual Brian’s Baseball Bash, a fundraising event for the University of Maryland Hospital for Children’s Pediatric Cardiopulmonary and Child Life Programs. The special evening for fans at Dave and Busters in the Arundel Mills Mall included silent and live auctions of sports memorabilia to help the children at UMHC. Through the hard work of Brian and the OriolesREACH team, and the generosity of Orioles fans, more than $500,000 has been raised since the first Bash in 2006. In addition, the Orioles have donated more than $50,000 to provide tickets for patients and their families. And throughout the season, Brian makes regular visits to UMHC to visit with patients and offer his support.
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Church of the Incarnation
Church of the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Cincinnati Reds Foundation
Circus Sarasota
City Neighbors Charter School
City of Bowie
Clearspring Elementary School PTA
Cleveland Indians Foundation
Coalition to End Homelessness
College of Southern Maryland Foundation
College Summit
Columbia Group
Community Development Corporation
Community Haven
Community Music School
Community of Heroes Softball Challenge
Community Safety Awareness Day
Competitive Edge Team Booster Club
Congressional Fire Services Institute
Court Appointed Special Advocates
The Cricket Center
Cumberland P.L.A.Y.
Curtis Bay Elementary School
Curtis Bay Middle School
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
D.C. United Foundation
Dallastown Area High School
Deaf Education Advancement Foundation, Inc.
DeafMD.org
Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition
Delmarva Shorebirds Foundation
Department of Defense Joint Spectrum Center
Department of Human Services Social Services for Children and Youth
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Former Oriole Al Bumbry provided instruction along with Bill Swaggerty, Larry Sheets, Rick Krivda, Tim Norris, and Tim Nordbrook and current Orioles catcher Craig Tatum during the OriolesREACH/Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks Baseball Clinic.
TiCKET PROGRAMS
iBEW-NECA OriolesREACH Gameday Experience Program
Each season, the Orioles and OriolesREACH invite more than 12,000 children from disadvantaged areas in the region to experience the magic of Orioles Baseball as part of the IBEW-NECA OriolesREACH Gameday Experience Program. By partnering with various local non-profit and youth groups, OriolesREACH is able to provide children with free game tickets, concessions vouchers, Orioles t-shirts, caps and transportation to and from the game. So far in 2010, several Orioles players have taken part in the program, including Adam Jones, Felix Pie, David Hernandez, Michael Gonzalez, Kevin Millwood, Brian Matusz, and Jeremy Guthrie. More than 60,000 children have participated since the program’s inception.
MLB Commissioner’s Community initiative and Players Give Back
Through the Major League Baseball Commissioner’s Community Initiative and Players Give Back Program, the Orioles donated close to 100,000 complimentary tickets to deserving organizations throughout the region.
Junior Orioles Dugout Club
The Junior Orioles Dugout Club presented by Chick-fil-A continues to offer an affordable way for kids and their families to enjoy Orioles Baseball and receive exclusive rewards. The club serves as a “mini plan for mini fans” ages 6-14, in which kids receive tickets to 10 specially selected games, a hat, membership card, customizable lunch box and more for only $17. Family members and friends can also purchase tickets to Dugout Club games for just $6. And once again this season, OriolesREACH partnered with Chick-fil-A to donate up to $5 for every kit sold at area restaurants to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
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The Department of School Development
Diamond Dreams Baseball U12 Team
The Diener School
Disabled American Veterans
Discover the Cure
DJS Nurse Manager, State of Maryland
Department of Juvenile Services
Dog Rescue of Maryland
Doing Small Miracles for Others
Dorothy Mangurian Comprehensive Women’s Center
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore
Ducks Unlimited
Dulin Cooperative Preschool
Dunbar Armored
Eagle Baseball Club
East Columbia Preschool
Easter Seals of Southwest Florida
Eastern Shore Baseball Foundation
Eastern York Area Recreation Commission
The Ed Block Courage Award Foundation
Edith Rosen Strauss Organization
Educational Talent Search AACC
Elizabethtown Rotary Club
Elkridge Youth Organization
Elkton Christian Academy
Elstonville Motorcycle Club
ESPN Radio Network
ESPN V Foundation
Essex Elementary School
Essex Relay for Life
Extreme Makeover: Home Edition
Fairfax County Park Authority
Fairfields Volunteer Fire Department
Faith Tabernacle Church
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Former Oriole Al Bumbry provided instruction along with Bill Swaggerty, Larry Sheets, Rick Krivda, Tim Norris, and Tim Nordbrook and current Orioles catcher Craig Tatum during the OriolesREACH/Baltimore County Department of Recreation and Parks Baseball Clinic.
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High Five Fundraising Program
The OriolesREACH High Five Fundraising Program continues to help local non-profit groups, civic organizations, school and youth groups raise money for their efforts. In fact, since its inception in 2005, the High Five Program has helped to raise well over $850,000.
Free Ticket for your Birthday
What better place to celebrate your birthday than Oriole Park? And what better way to celebrate than with a free ticket courtesy of the Orioles and Carvel! In 2010, the Orioles continued their popular, industry trend-setting program of offering all fans around the world the chance to receive a free ticket to any non-prime home game in their birth month by simply signing up at orioles.com/birthdays. Even fans with birthdays in the off-season are eligible to receive a free ticket. Since 2009, more than 70,000 fans have signed up to celebrate at Oriole Park.
2110 Eutaw Street
Oriole Park’s innovative new fan club section, 2110 Eutaw Street presented by Home Savings of America and Southwest Airlines, returned this season for select games. With 2110 Eutaw Street, fans can purchase a reserved seat in the Eutaw Street Bleacher section and receive an exclusive 2110 Eutaw Street t-shirt. A different shirt was featured each game.
Plus, the offer serves as an interactive fan experience as both Nick Markakis and Adam Jones – the section’s namesakes – tossed baseballs to the crowd between innings. Autographed t-shirts were also awarded each game, and for every home run hit by Nick or Adam during the game, one lucky fan was selected to receive an autographed bat.
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Families of Spinal Muscular Atrophy
Family Health Centers of Baltimore
FBI Academy
Fidos For Freedom
Fisher House
Florida Sheriff ’s Youth Ranch – Sarasota/Bradenton Campus
Forest Hill Nursery School
Forest Park Neighborhood Baseball and Football League
Foundation Fighting Blindness
The Foundation for Inner City Kids
Four County Little League
Francis Scott Key Elementary and Middle School
Fred Ulman/Lance Armstrong Fund
Freddie Mac’s Hoops for the Homeless
Frederick County 4-H Therapeutic Riding Program
Frederick County Sheriff ’s Office
Freedom High School
Friends of Loch Raven Soccer
Friends of Mark Belanger
Friends of the Frye Family
Friendship Academy of Science and Technology
Fulton Elementary School PTA
Gambrills Athletic Club
Gaudenzia
Gauthier Music Studio
GEDCO
The George B. Thomas, Sr. Learning Academy
George Washington Elementary School
Get in the Game
Gettysburg Hospital Foundation
Gibson Island Country School
Girl Scouts of America
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FUNDRAISING PROGRAM
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Above: The Oriole Bird takes the field on Opening Day as local youth line the orange carpet.Right: Shortstop Caesar Izturis gives this fan the “shirt off his back” during Fan Appreciation week.
2009 Fan Appreciation Weekend
As is tradition, the Orioles closed out the 2009 season with Fan Appreciation Weekend, a celebration of the loyal fans of Birdland. Weekend activities included the chance for fans to be randomly chosen to win full or partial season ticket plans, Southwest Airlines travel vouchers, Orioles memorabilia and more. Throughout the weekend, fans were also chosen at random to win unique Orioles experiences including on-field Orioles player visits, the chance to take the field with players during the National Anthem and the popular “Shirts Off Our Backs” program…giving fans game-worn, autographed jerseys. A silent auction that weekend also raised more than $20,000 for the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation. And all fans throughout the weekend were given scratch-off style gift cards from Outback Steakhouse totaling more than $300,000 worth of offers.
Similar festivities are planned for the Orioles final home series of 2010 on September 30 through October 3.
2010 Opening Day Ceremonies
OriolesREACH began the 2010 season on Opening Day as the team arranged for 100 members of Challenger Leagues throughout the region to line the orange carpet holding Orioles flags during player introductions. Participants also received free tickets to the game.
OriolesREACH Community Booth
In continuing the Orioles’ dedication to assisting local charities, OriolesREACH offers an opportunity for organizations to raise funds and awareness with fans at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. The OriolesREACH Community Booth is located near Gate D and is set up to allow charitable organizations to display signage, raise money, and hand out information for their specific cause. In addition to an in-game announcement of the charity’s presence at the Community Booth, the Orioles hope that the additional publicity will help further the growth of the organization outside of Camden Yards.
If your organization is interested in using the Community Booth for an upcoming game, please call 410-547-6202.
Orioles Alumni Autograph Series
In 2010, the Orioles continued the Orioles Alumni Autograph Series. Before every Monday and Thursday home game, fans are invited to meet some of their favorite former Orioles at Camden Yards. The former players sign autographs and share memories at the MASN Booth on Eutaw Street for one full hour before each game. Some of the players appearing this year have included Paul Blair, Mike Boddicker, Mike Bordick, Don Buford, Al Bumbry, Andy Etchebarren, Dan Ford, Ron Hansen, Chris Hoiles, Bill Hunter, Tippy Martinez, Ben McDonald, Scott McGregor, Curt Motton, Joe Orsulak, and Larry Sheets.
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Girl Scouts of Gulfcoast Florida, Inc.
Girls Incorporated
Glenelg High School Boosters Club
Glenn Morgan Golf Tournament
Gold Coast Red Cross Angels
Good Samaritan Hospital Foundation
Goodwill Manasota
Grace and Saint Peter’s School
Grange Tap & Ballet
Great Kids Great Schools
Great Lemonade Stand
Great Valley Little League
Greater Baltimore Committee
Greater Baltimore Urban League
The Greater Bel Air Community Foundation
Greater Jacksonville Optimists
Greater Loch Raven Recreation Council
Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce
Greater Susquehanna Valley YMCA
Greater Washington Boys & Girls Club
Green Hornets Baseball
Greene County Primary School
Guilford Elementary
Gulf Gate Elementary School
GVES PTA Silent Auction Committee
GW Medical Center Development and Alumni Relations
Gymnastics of York
Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity of Lebanon County
Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia
Halethorpe Elementary PTA
Halfway Little League
Halifax Boys Basketball Parents Association
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ESSKAY and the Orioles Steal Second Base
Every Sunday home game, the Orioles and ESSKAY feature the Steal Second Base contest, allowing one young fan the chance to participate in a timed race from the grounds crew area in right center field to retrieve second base. Fans sign up for the chance to participate at Oriole Park, and each winner receives four game tickets, gift certificates to use inside Camden Yards, an Orioles t-shirt and a prize pack.
Giant Food Help Kids Realize Their Baseball Dreams
OriolesREACH teamed up with Giant Food to present the Honorary Bat Kids Program. Kids ages 6-14 could pick up an entry form at any Giant Food to become eligible. The Orioles selected one boy and one girl winner for each Monday through Saturday home game and the winners received four complimentary tickets to the game, on-field access to watch the Orioles take batting practice, autographs, and a t-shirt. They also participated in an on-field pre-game ceremony, where winners were presented with an Official Honorary Bat Boy/Girl certificate and an opportunity to take a photo with the Oriole Bird.
Rayna DuBose Throws First Pitch
Former Oakland Mills High School and Virginia Tech basketball player Rayna DuBose threw out the ceremonial first pitch on April 12 at Oriole Park. Rayna was struck with meningococcal meningitis in 2002 and had all four limbs amputated. A diehard O’s fan, she now is an assistant girls basketball coach at Marriotts Ridge High School and also travels the country delivering motivational speeches through her Winning the Game of Life program.
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Hampden Family Center
Hampshire County Little League
Hampstead Elementary School PTA
Hampstead Hill Academy
Harford Family House
Harford Hills Elementary School PTA
Harford North Stars Ice Hockey
Harriet Tubman Elementary School
Help Anthony Fight Leukemia
Hemophilia Foundation of Maryland
Herndon Braves Collegiate Summer Baseball Team
Herndon Elementary School PTA
Hi-Five Sports Camp
Hightstown High School
Holy Cross Hospital Auxiliary
Holy Spirit School
Hoops For Hope
Hospice Caring
House of Hope & Stepping Stones
House of Ruth
House of Ruth - Maryland
The Howard County Autism Society
Howard County Relay for Life
Hoya Hoop Club
The Humane Society of Baltimore County
The Humane Society of Calvert County
The Humane Society of Harford County
The Humane Society of Harrisburg Area
Hummelstown FFO Cheerleading
Hunt Manor Women’s Club
Ilchester Elementary School
Immaculate Heart of Mary Home & School Association
Israel Baptist Church of Baltimore City
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Jackie Robinson Day
In recognition of the 63rd anniversary of Jackie Robinson’s milestone introduction as the first African-American player in Major League Baseball on April 15, all Orioles players and coaches wore Robinson’s famous number 42 for their game in Oakland against the Athletics. Each jersey was then autographed, authenticated and made available for auction on Orioles.com. The auction raised more than $8,000 for the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation and the Jackie Robinson Foundation.
Then, in a pre-game ceremony on Tuesday, April 27, the Orioles celebrated Jackie Robinson Day at Camden Yards by recognizing Jackie Robinson Foundation scholar Fana Aragaw. Fana, a member of the Extra Innings Graduate Program and a DDS candidate at the University of Maryland Dental School, was presented with a number 42 jersey by Orioles outfielder Adam Jones. Fana is one of over 1,300 young men and women who are able to attend college thanks to the Jackie Robinson Foundation, Major League Baseball and the Orioles.
High School Baseball at Camden Yards
On April 16, the Orioles welcomed Poly Tech and Digital Harbor high schools to Camden Yards to play a game on the Major League diamond. Admission was free for the rivalry match-up, and many local fans and supporters attended.
Citi’s Teach Children To Save Program
On six dates throughout the 2010 season, beginning with April 28, Citi continued the ABA Education Foundation’s Teach Kids to Save Program by explaining the importance of saving to students from the National Foundation for Teaching Entrepreneurs, Baltimore Urban Debate League and Junior Achievement of Central Maryland. Pitchers David Hernandez and Jeremy Guthrie spoke to students while the Orioles provided game tickets, concession vouchers, hats, t-shirts and transportation for the students. Citi also made an additional $25,000 donation to the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation.
Jack & Jill Children’s Center
The Jackie Robinson Foundation
James Mosher Tee Ball
James Mosher Youth Baseball
Jamestown Jammers Foundation
Janet Hardy Memorial Soccer Games
Janie Poe Residence Association
Jarrett Peck Fundraiser
Jays Care Foundation
Jeffy’s Field
Jemicy School Parents’ Association
Jenkins Memorial
Jenkins-Penn Relief Organization
Jesus Saves Ministries
Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital
John Eager Howard Elementary School
John F. Kennedy High School
John F. Kennedy High School All-Sports Booster Club
John Ruhrah Elementary and Middle School
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Johns Hopkins Breast Cancer Center
Johns Hopkins Medicine
Johns Hopkins Medicine: Heart Institute
Johns Hopkins Toddler Co-op
Johns Hopkins University
Joppatowne Baseball & Softball
Joshua’s Hands
Joshua’s Helping Heart Softball Tournament
Junior Achievement of Central Maryland
Just Us Kids Silent Auction
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation
Kemptown Elementary School
Kennard-Dale Rams Football Team
Above: Citi’s Sheldan Caplis and Orioles pitcher David Hernandez speak to local children about the importance of saving money. Right: On April 27, Jackie Robinson Foundation scholar, Fana
Aragaw, was presented with a number 42 jersey by Orioles outfielder Adam Jones.
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Above: Catcher Matt Wieters, pitcher Brian Matusz and right fielder Nick Markakis give high fives to little leaguers as they circle the warning track at Oriole Park. Right: Top sellers in the
Boy Scout’s popcorn selling fundraising efforts are honored with an on-field presentation.
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Kennedy Krieger Institute
Kent’s Foundation for Child Life
Keystone Area Council, Boy Scouts of America
Keystone Residence
Kids in Distress
KinderCare
Kole Jacob Allingham Fund
The Kris Wilson Foundation
Lab Rescue
Lake Shore Baseball
Lancaster Teen Haven
Laurel Elementary School
Laurel High School
League for the Hard of Hearing
The League of Crippled Children
Legal Aid of Manasota
Lehigh Valley IronPigs Charities
Leith Walk Elementary
Leon Day Foundation
Les Truner ALS Foundation
Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
Lime Kiln Middle School PTA
Little Lebowski Achievers for Cystic Fibrosis
Littlestown Baseball for Youth
The Living Classroom Foundation
Lockerman-Bundy Elementary #261
Logan Elementary School
Loganville SpringfieldElementary School
Long Branch Athletic Association
Lothian Elementary School
Loudoun County Public Library
Loudoun Therapeutic Riding Foundation, Inc.
Louisiana Sports Hall of Fame
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Oriole Advocates Challenger Baseball Program
The newly formed Oriole Advocates Challenger Baseball program, in conjunction with the Orioles, provided food and gifts for players at the first annual Spotsylvania Challenger League Invitation Tournament on May 2. The tournament welcomed Challenger Little League teams from Spotsylvania, King George, Dumfries-Triangle-Quantico and Coles Little Leagues and offered children with physical or developmental challenges the chance to compete and share in a day of baseball and fun.
Then on July 24, the Orioles provided more than 800 tickets to participants in the Challenger League to watch special pre-game ceremonies honoring Maryland Challenger League participants.
Third-Annual Field Trip Day
For the third consecutive season, OriolesREACH partnered with MASN and WJZ-TV to host Field Trip Day at Oriole Park. On May 13, more than 7,000 students from local elementary and middle schools gathered at Camden Yards to learn about the weather from WJZ-TV’s First Warning Weather Team of Bob Turk, Bernadette Woods and Tim Williams. Orioles Head Groundskeeper Nicole Sherry also explained to the students how these weather patterns affect the playing field at Oriole Park, as well as impact the game itself. The students learned about the jet stream, clouds, winter weather, lightning, tornadoes and hurricanes prior to that afternoon’s game against the Mariners.
Little League Days
More than 13,000 area Little Leaguers were able to spend a day in the Big Leagues as the Orioles once again hosted two Little League Days in 2010 on May 2 and 16. The annual events bring local Little League players and coaches to Oriole Park to participate in a pre-game parade around the warning track on the field. In addition, Orioles players line up in the dugout to greet each Little League player as the parade passes by. Each team also received an autographed player photo to use as a fundraiser for their league.
On September 19, a similar Youth Sports Day and pre-game parade celebrated area youth football, lacrosse, soccer and other sports teams.
Boy Scouts Night
The Orioles hosted more than 1,000 children and family members from the Boy Scouts of America at the O’s vs. Indians game on Saturday, May 15. Each participating scout received a specially designed Orioles Scout Night badge and top sellers in the Boy Scout’s popcorn selling fundraising efforts were honored with a personal ballpark tour, the chance to watch batting practice from the field, participation in the game’s lineup card presentation, and the ceremonial first pitch.
Above: Maria Wieters and WJZ personality Adam May collect non-perishable food items and cash donations for the Maryland Food Bank. Right: Tracy Santos of Baltimore City was chosen as the 2010 Mother’s Day Honorary Bat Girl.
Mother’s Day Honorary Bat Girl
On May 16, Major League Baseball and Susan G. Komen for the Cure announced the Orioles’ winner of the Honorary Bat Girl contest, a campaign designed to recognize incredible baseball fans who are going to bat against breast cancer in their daily lives. The Orioles’ winner, 29 year-old Tracy Santos of Baltimore City, was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer in 2007 and since then has devoted herself to raising funds for breast cancer awareness. She was recognized in a special on-field ceremony prior to the Orioles’ afternoon game that day against the Cleveland Indians and also threw out the ceremonial first pitch.
The Honorary Bat Girl contest was developed to raise additional awareness and support for the annual Going to Bat Against Breast Cancer program, a joint program between MLB and Susan G. Komen for the Cure, the world’s largest breast cancer organization.
One player from each Club was deemed a representative on Mother’s Day, and most have personally experienced the effects breast cancer and other cancers have had on their families. The Orioles’ representative was Nick Markakis, whose mother survived breast cancer.
24th Annual Food Drive
The Orioles Wives, Oriole Advocates, MASN and WJZ-TV teamed up to host the 24th Annual OriolesREACH Food Drive at Camden Yards June 4-6 to benefit the Maryland Food Bank. Representatives were stationed at each entry gate at the park to collect non-perishable food items and cash donations for the Maryland Food Bank and their work with local soup kitchens, food pantries and emergency shelters throughout Central Maryland.
For fans unable to attend, a ”virtual food drive” was also held online to add to the efforts. Participants were able to purchase food online at wholesale cost, maximizing their contributions to the Maryland Food Bank. Between the two drives, more than 2,200 pounds of food were collected along with cash contributions totalling $20,000.
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Lower Allen Township
Luke J. Mirolli Medical & Living Expenses Fund
Magothy River Middle School
Making Strides for Breast Cancer
MANSEF
March of Dimes
Marine Corps Law Enforcement Foundation
Mary E. Rodman Elementary School
Maryland Cardinals Baseball Club
Maryland Chemical Company
Maryland Dental Society Community Outreach
Maryland Dog Rescue
Maryland Provider
Maryland Public Libraries
Maryland Recreation and Parks Association
Maryland School for the DEAF Foundation
Maryland Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers
Maryland Special Olympics
Maryland Sports Boosters
May Day Auction Chairman
Meals on Wheels of Central Maryland
Meals on Wheels of Delaware
Mid-Atlantic German Shepherd Rescue
Mid-Atlantic Great Dane Society
Middle River Baptist Church Child Development Center
Middle River Rec League
Mid-Shore Challengers
Mill Creek Towne Elementary School
Minnesota Twins Foundation
Miss University City
Monroe Township Baseball Association
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Steve Starr, the chief engineer on the Baltimore-based USNS Comfort, throws out the ceremonial first pitch on June 8.
Military Appreciation Day at Camden Yards
On June 6, the Orioles hosted the Joint Services Military Family Day with a special pre-game picnic before that day’s Orioles vs. Red Sox game. Service members and their families were able to enjoy a pre-game picnic in the centerfield Picnic Grove, and one lucky service member was chosen to throw out that day’s ceremonial first pitch.
U.S. Transportation Command First Pitch
Before their June 8 game vs. the Yankees, the Orioles welcomed Steve Starr, the chief engineer on the Baltimore-based USNS Comfort, to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. The Comfort is one of nearly 110 active ships operated by the Navy’s Military Sealift Command that provided urgent medical care to earthquake victims in Haiti.
Joining Steve on the field were several leaders of our nation’s defense transportation team including the Commander of the U.S. Transportation Command, U.S. Air Force General Duncan J. McNabb; the Navy’s Military Sealift Command, Rear Admiral Mark H. Buzby; the Army’s Military Surface Deployment and Distribution Command, Major General James L. Hodge; and the U.S. Transportation Command’s Senior Enlisted Leader, Command Sergeant Major Tomas R. Hawkins.
Pitch, Hit & Run Tournament
The Orioles hosted the Major League Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run Tournament at Oriole Park on June 12. The top 16 qualifiers from Maryland and Virginia competed in the hopes of advancing to the National Finals at the 2010 Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Anaheim. Participants were also honored in an on-field ceremony before the Orioles game against the Mets. Brooks Robinson High School All-Star Game
Following the game on June 13, the Orioles hosted the 29th annual Brooks Robinson High School All-Star Game at Camden Yards. Each All-Star team was made up of 15 student-athletes, four alternates and three coaches from across Maryland. Prior to the O’s game that day, the All-Stars were recognized in an on-field ceremony.
Third Annual Orioles Ravens Rally
Baltimore’s two home teams once again partnered as the Orioles joined forces with the Ravens to provide a day of fun for fans of both teams on June 12. Before that evening’s O’s vs. Mets game, Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh threw out the ceremonial first pitch. Then the Ravens Marching Band, mascot Poe and team cheerleaders entertained fans at Oriole Park. Also, the first 20,000 fans 15 and over received a special black and purple Orioles hat presented by MASN.
Survivor’s Party with The Cancer institute at St. Joseph’s Hospital
The Orioles hosted a group of cancer patients and former patients, along with their family members and friends, for St. Joseph’s Hospital’s Survivor Party on June 13. The team donated more than 20 private suites plus food and beverages.
In addition to attending the game, two patients – Thomas Conelius and Rachel Minkove – threw out the ceremonial first pitches prior to the game against the Mets.
4 ALS Day at Camden Yards
The Orioles hosted their annual 4 ALS Day at Camden Yards on June 23, continuing MLB’s longstanding commitment to ALS awareness and recognizing the courage and strength of those battling the disease. Before the game, Fred Carlson, who is currently battling ALS, threw out the ceremonial first pitch. The Orioles also donated 100 tickets to MDA, the Orioles local ALS chapter.
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The Morale, Welfare and Recreation Fund at U.S. Southern Command
Morrell Park Elementary Middle School
Mosaic Community Services
Most Valuable Kids
Mount Aviat Academy
Mount Hebron Nursery School
The Moyer Foundation/Camp Erin
Muir Volunteer Fire Company No. 1
Multiple Sclerosis Society
Muscular Dystrophy Association
Mutual Elementary School
MVKids
NAACP & Boy Scouts of America - Reginald Lewis District
NAACP Baltimore & MD State Conference
NAACP Baltimore City Branch
NAACP Coppin State University College Chapter
NAACP MD State Conference
NAACP Morgan State University College Chapter
NAACP New Shiloh Baptist Church Youth Council
NAACP Pleasant Hope Baptist Church Youth Council
National Conference of Synagogue Youth
National Institute of Health Recreation and Welfare Association
National Kidney Foundation of the National Capital Area
The National Leadership Consortium
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
National Multiple Sclerosis Society – Maryland Chapter
National Stuttering Association
Navy League of the United States, Florida Region
NE Focal Point
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Former Orioles Jim Palmer, Brooks Robinson and Frank Robinson threw out the first pitches during the 40th Anniversary Celebration of the 1970 World Series Champion Orioles.
Evening of Hope
Before their game on June 23, the Orioles hosted special pre-game ceremonies recognizing local cancer survivors for an “Evening of Hope.” The Orioles invited 1,000 patients and their families to the game and offered tickets in the all-inclusive Left Field Club Picnic Perch. Representatives from eight local hospitals – Bon Secours, Union Memorial Hospital, University of Maryland Medical – North Arundel, GBMC, St. Agnes Hospital, Sinai Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, Johns Hopkins Bayview and Mercy Medical Center – also received Orioles jerseys with “HOPE” on the back.
Union Night
More than 15,000 members of the AFL-CIO attended the Orioles vs. Nationals game on June 25 in a celebration of Union Night. AFL-CIO members from Maryland, the District of Columbia, Virginia and Pennsylvania attended the game and took part in special pre-game ceremonies.
O’s Honor 1970 World Champions
A Birdland celebration 40 years in the making, the Orioles honored the 1970 World Championship team with special pre-game ceremonies before their game against the Nationals on June 26. More than 20 members of the team were on hand including Hall of Famers Brooks Robinson, Frank Robinson, Jim Palmer and Earl Weaver. Players and coaches were also honored at a private luncheon for fans before the game, while several players took part in autograph stations around Oriole Park.
During the game, the Orioles wore special 1970 throwback uniforms while the Nationals dressed as the Washington Senators. Uniforms from the game, as well as the pre-game alumni ceremonies, were auctioned online at orioles.com with more than $50,000 being raised for the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation.
Kids Run the Bases
Following their game on June 27 against the Nationals, the Orioles and OriolesREACH hosted the Kids Run the Bases event on the field at Camden Yards. Fans 14 and under who attended the game were invited to live their Major League dreams by going on the field and running the bases after the game.
OriolesREACH P.L.A.Y. Clinic
On June 29, OriolesREACH, Orioles Athletic Trainers Richie Bancells and Brian Ebel, and pitcher Brian Matusz hosted kids from the Howard County U-15 softball and baseball program, Hamilton Little League, and Mount Washington Pediatric Hospital Weigh Smart program for a national Promoting a Lifetime of Activity for Youth (P.L.A.Y.) campaign at Oriole Park. The P.L.A.Y. Campaign was created in 2004 by the Professional Baseball Athletic Trainers Society and conducts fitness programs in all 30 Major League Baseball ballparks.
Living Flag Foundation
Before the game on June 29, the Orioles hosted special pre-game ceremonies honoring the winners of the 2010 Philip F. Haxel, Sr. Elementary School Baton of Patriotism Essay Contest. Stephen Lemerand, a fifth grader from Cecilton Elementary School in Cecil County, and Darian Radden, a fifth grader from Cardinal Shehan School in Baltimore, were honored.
The contest, which asks students to “explain in what ways the U.S. Flag has been and is today an important symbol of our country,” was founded by the American Flag Foundation, the organization that brings the Living American Flag at Fort McHenry and the Traveling Living American Flag to Maryland schools.
Orioles, MLB, People Magazine Honor “All-Stars Among Us”
The Orioles, along with Major League Baseball and People Magazine, honored the 2010 People All-Stars Among Us, a collection of individuals serving their local communities in extraordinary ways.
Casey Davis of Westminster won a nationwide online voting contest over two other Orioles finalists – Flor Gusti of Baltimore and Elin Ross of Frederick – and was honored in a special on-field ceremony along with other team winners at the 2010 MLB All-Star Game in Anaheim on July 13. Casey started DeafMD.org, the first internet service to explain a wide variety of health-related topics in American Sign Language for the deaf community.
All three Orioles finalists were also honored in a special pre-game ceremony at Oriole Park on June 12, while Casey also threw out the ceremonial first pitch on June 29.
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The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum of Maryland
The Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship
New Market Elementary School
New Refuge Deliverance Cathedral
New Windsor Fire & Hose Company No. 1
New Windsor Middle School
NFL Alumni
Nick Adenhart Foundation
Norbel School
North Carroll Girls’ Fast-Pitch Softball
North Point Village Civic Association
North Stafford High School Athletic Boosters
Northern Virginia Therapeutic Riding Program
Northfield Elementary School
Northrop Grumman Undersea Systems
Notre Dame High School
Notre Dame Preparatory School
Oak Hill Elementary PTO
Oakland Mills High School
Oakland Mills Tiger Sharks
Old Forge Elementary PTA
Old Otterbein United Methodist Church
Operation Timothy
Orems Elementary School
Oriole Advocates
Our Lady of Grace School
Our Lady of Lourdes Regional School
Overlea Yellow Jackets
Pancreatic Cancer Action Network
Papanicolaou Corps for Cancer Research
Parents and Children Fighting Cancer
Parents’ Association of Stratford Friends School
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Above: First Lady Michelle Obama held a press conference at Oriole Park on July 20 to encourage kids to participate in “Let’s Move!” Right: Children with cancer from the Cool Kids Campaign met The Oriole Bird, along with Orioles players
Jeremy Guthrie, Ty Wigginton, Luke Scott, Brian Matusz, and Corey Patterson prior to the game on August 16.
First Lady Tells Children “Let’s Move!”
First Lady Michelle Obama held a press conference at Oriole Park on July 20 to announce her “Let’s Move!” initiative, a partnership between the White House, Major League Baseball and the Major League Baseball Players Association. After the announcement, players from both the Orioles and Rays held a clinic for 50 young baseball players from the Baltimore RBI League and local Boys and Girls Clubs.
That evening, the First Lady joined representatives from the Boys and Girls Clubs and the RBI League to throw out the ceremonial first pitch.
Day Camper Day
On July 21, the Orioles hosted their annual Day Camper Day. More than 5,000 day campers from 67 different camps around Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region attended the Orioles’ 12:35 p.m. game against the Tampa Bay Rays. One lucky camper was even selected at random to throw out the day’s ceremonial first pitch.
New City School Teachers Honored
In continuing a long-standing partnership with Baltimore City Schools, the Orioles welcomed more than 700 new Baltimore City school teachers to their game against the White Sox on August 9.
Buses for Baseball
The Players Trust’s annual Buses for Baseball program once again visited Oriole Park this season on August 16, hosting children with cancer. Children from the Cool Kids Campaign met Orioles Jeremy Guthrie, Ty Wigginton, Luke Scott, Brian Matusz, and Corey Patterson prior to the game, and one child was selected to throw out the ceremonial first pitch. Buses for Baseball provides children from charitable organizations with round-trip transportation to big league ballparks, where they receive free tickets, food, beverages and souvenirs. The program has allowed more than 1,500 children to attend games at big league ballparks this season.
Cardboard to Leather Collection
On September 18, OriolesREACH once again teamed with the Oriole Advocates for the Cardboard to Leather Collection presented by Legg Mason. Fans donated new or gently used baseball and softball equipment at the game to underprivileged children in Central America. A silent auction was also held.
Donations in 2009 to the Cardboard to Leather Collection benefitted more than 3,100 children in Nicaragua and Venezuela. Legg Mason also donated $7,500 to the collection and held separate equipment drives at their corporate offices.
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Parkville Recreation and Parks Council
Parr’s Ridge Elementary School
Pasadena Baseball Club
Patapsco Elementary and Middle School
Pathfinders for Autism
Patterson Mill High School
Patterson Mill High School Boys Lacrosse
Penbrook Athletic Association
Peninsula Regional
Pennsylvania State Police Historical, Educational & Memorial Center
Perry Hall Christian School
Perry Hall/White Marsh Futbol Club
Pets on Wheels
Phelan-McDermid Syndrome Foundation
Philadelphia 76ers Foundation
Phillies Charities
Pimlico Elementary and Middle School
Pinderhuges Elementary Middle School
Piney Ridge Elementary School PTA
Pinnacle Communications
Pittsburgh Pirate Charities
Pleasant Plains Elementary School
The Plitt Family Fund
Police Athletic League Sailor Circus
Potters for Peace
Prestige Gymnastics
Prince of Peace Creative Learning Center
Prince William Crime Prevention
The Primary Day School
Professional Baseball Scouts of Northern California
Project Medishare
Pucket & Sturgill Wealth Management, LLP
The Quarterback Club
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Sarasota Orioles Family FanFest
On November 14, the Orioles joined with the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce and the Sarasota Convention and Visitors Bureau in hosting a free Orioles Family FanFest at Ed Smith Stadium. The afternoon featured autograph sessions with current and former Orioles, giveaways, fan forums, kid-friendly activities and a free
Above: Adam Jones and Jim Johnson sign autographs at Orioles Family FanFest in Sarasota, Florida. Right: Family FanFest events included kids running the bases and photos with The Bird.
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Race for Hope
Randallstown High School
Ravens eXtreme All Stars
Ravens Roost #74
Red House Run Elementary School
Red Lion Area Senior High School
Redeemer Classical Christian School
Refugee Youth Project
Relay For Life
Relay for Life Perry Hall
Relay for Life Poolesville
Remembering Jamie Foundation
Renaissance Manor, Inc.
Restoration Community Church and Ministries
Restoration Community Church and Ministries Youth Group
Ride Across Maryland
The Ridge Ruxton PTA
Ridgely Elementary School
The Right Side Foundation
RMHC Golf Tournament
Robert Morris University Colonial Athletic Club
The Robert Moser Foundation
Robert W. Coleman Elementary School
Rockburn Elementary School PTA
Rockledge Elementary School
Rockville Community Nursery School
Ronald McDonald House Charities
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Central Pennsylvania
Roots of Scouting
Rosemont School of the Holy Child
Rowlett Magnet Elementary School
Rut Keller Memorial Golf Tournament
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Late in 2009, the Orioles officially moved their Florida Operations to Sarasota, Florida, welcoming the Sun Coast to the Birdland community. To introduce OriolesREACH to our new neighbors, a variety of programs and events were established throughout the region. By spring’s end the welcome was astonishing, as the club’s Spring Training attendance figures climbed above 100,000 for the first time in franchise history. 2010 attendance for all games at Ed Smith Stadium totaled 102,219… a 39% attendance increase over 2009 and the largest increase in all of Major League Baseball.
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hot dog and soda for attendees. One lucky fan won a trip to Baltimore to attend a game at Camden Yards, complete with game tickets, airfare, and hotel accommodations.
Former and current Orioles in attendance included Hall of Famer and MASN broadcaster Jim Palmer, 2009 All-Star Adam Jones, Brad Bergesen, Jim Johnson and Nolan Reimold.
Above: Orioles pitcher Chris Tillman throws out the ceremonial first pitch at the Ripken Baseball Opening Day festivities. Right: Children from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County participated in an on-field clinic with several players and coaches.
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Safeway Foundation
Sail for Kids Regatta
Saint Anthony School
Saint Catherine Labouré School
Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church
Saint Francis of Assisi School
Saint Jane Frances School
Saint Joseph’s Food Pantry
Saint Michael’s School
Saint Timothy School
The Salvation Army Women’s Auxiliary
Sample-McDougald House Preservation Society
San Antonio Missions Foundation
Sarah M. Roach Elementary
Sarah’s House
Sarasota and Her Islands Convention and Visitor’s Bureau
Sarasota County Humane Society
Sarasota Family YMCA
Sarasota Little League
Sarasota Memorial Hospital
Sarasota Power Squadron
Sarasota Rotary Foundation, Inc.
Sawgrass Springs Middle School
Schott Memorial Center
Schuylkill Valley Little League
The Score Fore a Cure
Seckman Middle School
Second Chance Last Opportunity
The Seed School of Maryland
Senior Volunteer Services
Sequoyah Elementary School PTA
Sharp-Leadenhall Elementary School
Shining Star Baptist Church
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Little League and Ripken Baseball Openers
Orioles pitchers Jim Johnson and Chris Tillman each threw out ceremonial first pitches while The Oriole Bird entertained fans at the openings of the Central Sarasota County Little League on February 13, as well as the Ripken Baseball Opening Day festivities on February 26.
Boys and Girls Clubs Attend intrasquad Game
On March 1, the Orioles hosted children from the Boys and Girls Clubs of Sarasota County at an intrasquad game at Ed Smith Stadium. Instead of paying admission, fans were asked to make a donation to the Clubs and were invited to participate in a silent auction of Orioles memorabilia with proceeds benefitting the Clubs. The Orioles then matched all funds raised. After the game, the children participated in an on-field clinic with several players and coaches.
Sarasota Opening Day
The Orioles played their first game in their new Spring Training home on March 3 against A.L. East rival, the Tampa Bay Rays. To celebrate the new chapter in Orioles history, ceremonies included Sarasota Opera tenor Joshua Kohl singing the National Anthem with colors presented by students from the Sarasota Military Academy and ceremonial first pitches thrown by four of the five Sarasota County Commissioners – Joe Barbetta, Nora Patterson, Shannon Staub and Jon Thaxton. Commissioner Carolyn Mason was unable to attend, but was with the group in spirit.
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Cancer Center
Silver Spring Day School
Small Savers
Smiles for Ethan
Smyrna Athletic Boosters Club
Sonny’s Kids Foundation
South Baltimore Emergency Relief
South Baltimore Learning Center
South County Youth Association
South Eastern Middle School
South Maryland Little League
South River Youth Athletics
Southern Senior High School Baseball
Southside Academy of Environmental Science
SPCA of York County
Special Olympics District of Columbia
Special Olympics Maryland
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Squashwise
St. Elizabeth, St Ann St Wencelaus
St. Francis Neighborhood Center
St. George Greek Orthodox Church
St. Jerome’s Head Start
St. John’s Lane Elementary School
St. Joseph’s Nursing Home
St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
St. Michaels School
Stars and Stripes
Stella Maris
Stembridge Colts
Stevens Forest Elementary School
Stevens Forest Nursery School
Stitch & Pitch
Student Athlete Performance Training
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OriolesREACH Sarasota Gameday Experience Program
The team’s successful OriolesREACH Gameday Experience Program also migrated south for the spring as OriolesREACH hosted up to 100 disadvantaged children at each of the club’s home games at Ed Smith Stadium. Each participant received a free game ticket, an Oriole hat and concession vouchers.
Easter Seals Southwest Florida
On March 6, the team partnered with Easter Seals Southwest Florida as part of Project Rainbow, an outreach program for children with disabilities. Players participated in arts and crafts projects bringing smiles to the faces of all the participants on this special day.
The Venice Challenger League
On March 13, Ed Smith Stadium welcomed Venice Challenger Baseball players and their families to participate in a game on the main field. Several Orioles players served as “buddies” to the disabled children during the game and later autographed O’s caps handed out to everyone. At the end of the day, Orioles players posed for photos with the kids and Orioles infielder Rhyne Hughes was presented with the “Buddy of the Day” trophy.
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Prior to the O’s game on June 27 against the Nationals, representatives from Giant Food presented a check for $1.25 million to The Johns Hopkins Division of Pediatric Oncology as a part of their Triple Winner Campaign.
NJ’s Pretzels and Pathfinders for Autism
Late last year, the Orioles and NJ’s Pretzels presented a check for $2,500 to Pathfinders for Autism in the hopes of increasing Autism awareness and to provide support and help to families currently living with the disease.
CareFirst and the Orioles Team Up to Help Children
As part of the K’s for Kids Program, each time an Orioles pitcher records a strikeout in 2010, CareFirst BlueCross/BlueShield donates $25 to the SEED School of Maryland. Last season, the program donated $25,000 to the YMCA of Central Maryland’s FIT N FUN Program.
Swings for Scholars Scholarship Program
In partnership with Legg Mason Global Asset management, the Orioles unveiled a new scholarship program in 2010 called Swings for Scholars. The program is designed to provide full community college scholarships to qualified graduates of Baltimore City Schools and support their efforts to pursue education beyond high school. This season, each time Nick Markakis records a hit, Legg Mason Charitable Foundation, Inc. will make a $200 contribution to the program.
Saves for Shock Trauma
Once again this season, corporate partner Kelly & Associates Insurance Group has pledged a donation of $2,000 to the University of Maryland R Adams Crowley Shock Trauma Center for every save recorded by an Orioles pitcher. In 2009, more than $50,000 was raised to help UMMS save lives.
Giant Food Supports Area Programs
Prior to the O’s game on June 27 against the Nationals, repre-sentatives from Giant Food presented a check for $1.25 mil-lion to The Johns Hopkins Division of Pediatric Oncology as a part of their Triple Winner Campaign. The donation will sup-port the Giant Food Pediatric Leukemia and Tumor Program es-tablished by Johns Hopkins. 100% of proceeds raised through the Triple Play promotion benefits cancer research and care.
O’s Help Sport Clips Break Record
On July 22, Orioles pitcher Jason Berken visited Sport Clips’ newest location on the Avenue at White Marsh. Jason met fans and signed autographs along with the Oriole Bird and former Orioles Scott McGregor, Rick Dempsey and Dave Johnson. To celebrate Sport Clips opening its 700th store nationwide, the team helped to raise more than $10,000 for OriolesREACH as the store broke the Guinness Book World Record for most haircuts performed in one day.
Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation and Baltimore Orioles, inc.
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 throughout Birdland. Since the ownership group led by Peter Angelos purchased the team, the Baltimore Orioles have donated more than $10 million to support various organizations in the community.
Fans Help Give Back, Too
In 2010, the Orioles offered several ways for fans to get involved and help OriolesREACH extend its efforts in the community.
OriolesREACH Pet CalendarThe Orioles, Orioles Wives and OriolesREACH once again teamed with the Maryland SPCA to create the 2011 Orioles Pet Calendar presented by Southwest Airlines. Proceeds from the calendar, which features Orioles players posing with their own pets or SPCA dogs, benefit the Maryland SPCA. Fans are able to buy the calendar at Oriole Park or online at orioles.com.
Scoreboard SurprisesFor a $25 donation to the Orioles Charitable Foundation, fans can celebrate a birthday or anniversary with a special message for all spectators to see on Oriole Park’s centerfield MASNvision scoreboard. For details, visit orioles.com and click on “Oriole Park.”
Game-Used Baseball SalesIn 2010, the Orioles again gave fans the opportunity to purchase one-of-a-kind keepsakes of their Camden Yards experience, while helping their community. Game-used baseballs were sold at each game at the OriolesREACH Community Booth inside Camden Yards with all proceeds going to the Baltimore Orioles Charitable Foundation. In 2009, the sales generated more than $30,000.
Bird VisitsOnce again this season, guests at Oriole Park have the oppor-tunity to reserve a special visit from everyone’s favorite fan, the Oriole Bird. For a $75 donation to Shannon’s Fund, fans can schedule a visit from the Oriole Bird, who will also deliver an Orioles goodie bag directly to the honoree during the game.
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Student Sharing Coalition
Suited to Succeed
Suncoast Charities for Children
Sunderland Family and School
Sunfest Community Outreach
Support our Veterans Auction
Survivors Offering Support
Susan G. Komen Foundation
Swans Creek Elementary School PTA
Swing for Youth Golf Open
Sykesville 8U Travel Baseball Team
Symphony Sneakers of Centreville
Taney Town Elementary School
Taste and Auction of Howard County
Teardrops to Rainbows
Teen Challenge of Baltimore
Temple Beth El Night of Stars
13th Avenue Community Center in Bradenton
Thomas Jefferson Elementary/Middle School
Threshold Services
Town of Hampstead
Towson University
T-REC Coalition of Sarasota
Trellis Services, Inc.
Trinity School
Triple T Elite Sports
Turner Station Recreation Council
Ulman Cancer Fund/Justin Jennings Foundation
UMMS Foundation
Union Baptist Church
United Cerebral Palsy
United Educational Corporation
GROUPS BENEFiTiNG FROM ORiOLES REACH
Brian Roberts along with members of Shannon Obaker’s family present a check to UMMS during a pre-game ceremony to launch Shannon’s Fund in July, 2008.
In 2008, the Orioles and OriolesREACH established Shannon’s Fund, a $50,000 endowment at the University of Maryland Medical Center to provide financial assistance to hospital patients and their families. Created in memory of Shannon Obaker – the team’s Director of Community Outreach who bravely fought cancer for over a year before passing away in 2007 at age 29 – Shannon’s Fund is administered by the University of Maryland Medical Center. Funds are donated to patients and their family members as need arises to assist with the general expenses associated with the treatment process, including hospital parking, alternate housing, food costs and household bills.
People who knew Shannon knew of her passion for helping others, especially children and animals. In her role as Community Outreach Director, Shannon coordinated charitable donation requests, scheduled player appearances in the community and arranged special visits for sick children who wanted to meet their baseball heroes. The Orioles and the Obaker family believe that the most meaningful way to remember Shannon is to reach out to help others because that is what Shannon cared about most.
The Orioles will continue to contribute to the Fund via proceeds collected from future charitable endeavors and OriolesREACH initiatives. Those wishing to make contributions in Shannon’s memory can visit OriolesREACH.com and click on “Donate to Shannon’s Fund.”
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United Way
United Way of Central Maryland
University of Maryland
University of Maryland Baseball
Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation
2010 U.S. Squash Doubles Championship
The V Foundation for Cancer Research
Van Rensselaer Elementary
Van Wezel Foundation
Victorious Ministries
Villa Maria Continuum
The Village Learning Place
Virginia Bandits 10U Baseball
Virginia SIDS Alliance
Volley for Kids
Volunteer Emergency Families for Children
Walter Reed Veterans Hospital
Warminster Baseball Association
Washington Adventist Hospital Foundation
The Washington Animal Rescue League
Washington Episcopal School
Washington Patriots Baseball Boosters
Waterloo Bucks Baseball
Waves Fast Pitch Softball
West Springfield Baseball
West Springfield High School
Westminster Elementary School
Westminster High School
Westside Elementary School #24
White Marsh Baseball
White Oak School
William James Becker, IV Discretionary Trust
GROUPS BENEFiTiNG FROM ORiOLES REACHSHANNON’S FUND
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 410-547-6221.• To inquire about the OriolesREACH Gameday Experience
Program, please call 410-547-6221.• 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. To request a donation, please send a letter of request on your organization’s letterhead (including the contact information and address where the donation might be sent) to:
OriolesREACH Donations 333 West Camden Street Baltimore, MD 21201
Or you can fax your request to 410-547-6292.
We do not accept email requests. Please notify us at least eight weeks prior to your scheduled event and explain how the proceeds will be used. Requests will only be considered for organizations that can include a copy of its 501 (c) (3) status, is a recognized charity supporting youth athletics or educational initiatives, and is located in the MD/DC/VA/DE/WV/NC/Southern PA area.
HELP US REACH YOUGROUPS BENEFiTiNG
FROM ORiOLES REACH
Windy Hill Elementary School
Wings Over America Scholarship Foundation
Winterfest
WOASF
Wolfe Street Academy
Women in Distress
The Women’s Committee of Historic Hampton
The Woodbourne Center
Woodholme Elementary School
Woodmoor Elementary School
Woodmoor Elementary
Worcester State College Baseball Team
WOR-WIC College
WT Woodson High School
YMCA Foundation of Sarasota
YMCA of Englewood
YMCA of Metropolitan Washington
YMCA of North Port
YMCA of Venice
Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization
York Cancer Center
Young 500
YoungLife
Youth from the 45th Legislative District
YWCA Baltimore
Zachary Hebda Foundation & MS
Luke Scott meets a young fan at Spring Training in Sarasota, Florida.To learn more about OriolesREACH and how you can help us help our Community, visit OriolesREACH.com.
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