PIRATES CHARITIES PROGRAMMING AND EVENTS

On July 20, Pirates Charities hosted a Miracle League Fantasy Camp for more than 45 athletes from the Miracle League of Moon Township. Miracle League athletes of all ages gathered together alongside Pirates players, coaches, and mascots to take part in the clinic. Each Miracle League athlete received a custom Pirates City Connect jersey with their name on the back, a Pirates hat and other Pirates goodies prior to enjoying the event, which took place on an adaptive playing surface to ensure athletes of all abilities could enjoy the event. Each athlete had their name announced during the opening ceremonies, heard a special address from Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting and enjoyed four stations – hitting, pitching, fielding and base running – with Pirates players and coaching staff, including Nick Gonzales, Jack Suwinski, Jared Triolo, Justin Meccage, and Mike Rabelo who gave them pointers and provided a once-in-a-lifetime experience for these athletes and their families.

Earlier this month, Pirates front office staff and pitcher Daulton Jefferies worked alongside 84 Lumber staff volunteers at the Pittsburgh Fisher House. Volunteers spent the day landscaping and setting up new porch decor to help guests feel more at home during their visit. Volunteers then joined the house guests and staff for lunch, courtesy of Giant Eagle. The Pirates and Pirates Charities are proud to come together with 84 Lumber to support the Friends of the Pittsburgh Fisher House's mission to ease the burden of veterans and their families during their cost free stay while their loved one is receiving care at the VA Pittsburgh.

This week, in partnership with the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, we hosted our annual Winter Wishes Holiday Project. Our dedicated front office staff came together to sponsor 125 children and youth providing gifts including toys, clothing, bikes, video games, and more, ensuring they experience the magic of the holiday season!

The Pirates teamed up with the Penguins and Steelers to give back to the Pittsburgh community ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. For the fourth straight year, the #BurghProud Thanksgiving Dinner Distribution took place on Pittsburgh's North Shore in partnership with Giant Eagle and the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. The drive-thru event supported 300 families in need with a turkey, fresh produce, a Market District apple pie, $15 Giant Eagle gift card, and a special gift from each of the three teams. Sporting their black and gold, Pirates alumni Steve Blass and players from the Steelers and Penguins worked alongside the Pirate Parrot, Iceburgh, and Steely McBeam to load cars with all the supplies needed for a Thanksgiving dinner.

To kick off the season of giving, Pirates front office staff teamed up to donate over 1,000 boxes of stuffing to contribute to Light of Life Rescue Mission in support of their goal to distribute 2,100 meals to families throughout the Northside. Pirates alumni Steve Blass joined the Pirate Parrot to deliver the donation and thank Light of Life volunteers for all of their work to support those in need this holiday season.

To honor the life and legacy of Roberto Clemente, the Pirates volunteered throughout the city of Pittsburgh for the annual Clemente Day of Service presented by Fanatics.

On the morning of September 7, Pirates Charities proudly hosted a Fantasy Camp clinic for 50 Miracle League athletes at the Miracle League of Southwestern PA. Miracle League athletes of all ages and skill levels came together alongside Pirates front office, players and mascots to take part in the clinic. Each Miracle League athlete received a custom Pirates jersey with their name on the back, a Pirates hat and other Pirates goodies prior to enjoying the event, which took place on an adaptive playing surface to ensure athletes of all abilities could enjoy the event and play baseball. Each athlete was celebrated as they had their name announced during the opening ceremonies and heard a special address from Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting before taking part in four skill stations - hitting, pitching, fielding and base running, while receiving pointers from Pirates players Endy Rodriguez and Daulton Jefferies, providing a unique experience for these athletes and their families.

On August 16, the Pirates and Sheetz came together to host a Pirates RBI baseball team for a special "Sheetz Run" with the Bucs. These athletes joined Pirates pitchers Mitch Keller and Bailey Falter for a special shopping trip throughout a Sheetz in Sewickley to pick out their favorite snacks and go to Made-to-Order items, before sitting down together to enjoy a special Q&A session together. The day wouldn't be complete without the Pirate Parrot joining the fun to hand out Sheetz and Pirates goodies to all of the athletes!

On August 3, nearly 200 local youth baseball and softball athletes, whose leagues are supported by Sheetz, and Special Olympics athletes took part in special on-field clinics at PNC Park. Participants rotated through five stations of various skills and drills led by Pirates Training Center Staff alongside Pirates players Joshua Palacios and Ryan Borucki, coaches Derek Shelton, Tarrik Brock, and Mike Rabelo, and of course, the Pirates Parrot. Following the clinic, participants were treated to a special treat, courtesy of Sheetz!

On July 20, Pirates Charities hosted a Miracle League Fantasy Camp for more than 45 athletes from the Miracle League of Moon Township. Miracle League athletes of all ages gathered together alongside Pirates players, coaches, and mascots to take part in the clinic. Each Miracle League athlete received a custom Pirates City Connect jersey with their name on the back, a Pirates hat and other Pirates goodies prior to enjoying the event, which took place on an adaptive playing surface to ensure athletes of all abilities could enjoy the event. Each athlete had their name announced during the opening ceremonies, heard a special address from Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting and enjoyed four stations – hitting, pitching, fielding and base running – with Pirates players and coaching staff, including Nick Gonzales, Jack Suwinski, Jared Triolo, Justin Meccage, and Mike Rabelo who gave them pointers and provided a once-in-a-lifetime experience for these athletes and their families.

Earlier this month, Pirates front office staff and pitcher Daulton Jefferies worked alongside 84 Lumber staff volunteers at the Pittsburgh Fisher House. Volunteers spent the day landscaping and setting up new porch decor to help guests feel more at home during their visit. Volunteers then joined the house guests and staff for lunch, courtesy of Giant Eagle. The Pirates and Pirates Charities are proud to come together with 84 Lumber to support the Friends of the Pittsburgh Fisher House's mission to ease the burden of veterans and their families during their cost free stay while their loved one is receiving care at the VA Pittsburgh.

On February 19, Pirates Charities hosted a Miracle League Fantasy Camp for 40 athletes from the Miracle League of Manasota alongside Pirates players, coaches, and mascots. Each Miracle League athlete received a custom Pirates City Connect jersey with their name on the back, a Pirates hat and other Pirates goodies prior to enjoying the clinic-style event, which took place on an adaptive playing surface to ensure athletes of all abilities could enjoy the event. Prior to the clinic, the Miracle League of Manasota presented Chairman Bob Nutting with a bat signed by each Miracle League athlete, as a thank you for the continued support, including a recent $50,000 donation to be used to help resurface the Miracle League of Manasota playing surface. Each athlete then had their name announced during the opening ceremonies, heard a special address from Pirates Chairman Bob Nutting and enjoyed four stations – hitting, pitching, fielding and base running – led by more than 20 Pirates players and coaching staff, including David Bednar, Colin Holderman and Jared Jones, who gave them pointers and provided a once-in-a-lifetime experience for these athletes and their families.

This week, in partnership with the Allegheny County Department of Human Services, we hosted our annual Winter Wishes Holiday Project. Our dedicated front office staff came together to sponsor 125 children and youth providing gifts including toys, clothing, bikes, video games, and more, ensuring they experience the magic of the holiday season!