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Inspiring Hope For 10 Years and Beyond
A decade ago, LADF made a promise to Los Angeles to intentionally create significant impact. LADF has delivered, investing over $53 million in programs and grants that have impacted more than 9.8 million youth and over 250 unique nonprofits.
October 10, 2023
LADF Awards $1.5 Million in Grants
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) announces a significant achievement in its mission to uplift the community, awarding over $1.5 million in grants to 32 deserving organizations during the first half of 2023.
July 24, 2023
LADF Celebrates 10th Anniversary of Dodgers Dreamteam at PlayerFest
The event provided a fun-filled experience for all Dodgers Dreamteam participants, along with their families and coaches. Attendees were treated to health screenings, educational resources, interactions with Dodger Alumni, opportunities to pose with the 2020 World Series trophy, exclusive stadium tours, exciting giveaways from various sponsors, and a plethora of engaging activities.
July 21, 2023
Revitalizing Inglewood: Dodgers Dreamfields bring hope and opportunities to the city
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) and the city of Inglewood together unveiled Dodgers Dreamfields 59 and 60 at the park on Saturday, marking a new chapter for the recreation area.
May 13, 2023
MLB, Dodgers and Dodgers Foundation announce full 2022 All-Star Week schedule of community, environmental, youth & cultural events
Major League Baseball, the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) today released the 2022 All-Star Week community, environmental, youth & cultural program schedule, including key events and initiatives leading up to the 92nd Midsummer Classic.
July 12, 2022
LADF: Jennifer Lopez headlines sixth annual Blue Diamond Gala
Dodger players flocked to Dodger Stadium on Thursday night swapping out their uniforms for more formal attire to support the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation at the sixth annual Blue Diamond Gala.
June 17, 2022
LADF’s youth development program renamed to Dodgers Dreamteam
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation unveiled the new name of their sports-based youth development program.
Feb 3, 2022
Saving the Entire Serving the Entire L.A. Community Is a Lofty Mission, but Nichol Whiteman Is Up for the Challenge
With youth programs and family resources, the CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation is ensuring her community thrives, especially through the pandemic.
Jan. 27, 2022
Dave Roberts congratulates 11 nonprofit grantees
Manager Dave Roberts sent a congratulatory message this morning to 11 Los Angeles nonprofit organizations who received grant funds from the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation.
Dec. 21, 2021
Dodgers Dreamfield at William Mead
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation dedicated it’s 57th Dodgers Dreamfield at William Mead Homes.
October 13, 2021
Dodgers Win Sports Humanitarian Team for '20
Team, foundation recognized for contributions on ESPYs broadcast.
June 21, 2020
LADF Launches Dodgers RBI Dodger Day Drive-Thrus Presented By Arco
The new “drive-thru” series will provide 132,000 meals and more than $480,000 in resources to help families hit hard by the pandemic.
June 15, 2020
LADF Continues COVID-19 Relief Efforts
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) understands that during these times it is imperative to be “bigger than baseball.” Under the leadership of CEO Nichol Whiteman, the foundation is taking a leadership role in not only helping flatten the curve of COVID-19 throughout our communities, but also by doubling down to offer assistance to the most vulnerable among us during this crisis.
April 24, 2020
Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation CEO Revives Baseball In Underserved Communities
Nichol Whiteman, CEO of the Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF), is positively impacting and inspiring the youth in and around the surrounding areas of Los Angeles to become involved in baseball. With a relentless dedication to improving the lives of others, she leads the Dodger's charitable arm.
Feb. 7, 2020
Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation's Charitable Giving Program Surpasses $1.9 million in Grants to Local Nonprofits Directly Impacting 240,000 Youth
The Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation (LADF) announced today that 2019 is a record-setting year in their charitable giving program. As a result of its highest grossing 50/50 raffle season in-stadium with Dodger fans raising over $3.8 million in support, LADF has awarded $1.93 million in grants to 111 nonprofit organizations in core funding areas.
Dec. 5, 2019