The Arizona Diamondbacks will continue to celebrate Jackie Robinson Day tomorrow and over the weekend with a series of charitable gifts, celebrations, recognitions and events to honor Jackie Robinson’s legacy and the 75th anniversary of his historic and transcendent Major League debut. On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson broke baseball’s color barrier, serving as a powerful catalyst for necessary changes in our sport and our Nation. Friday begins the first D-backs homestand since the official Jackie Robinson Day on April 15; while the team was able to honor his legacy that day in New York City, the D-backs are committed to ensuring we celebrate at Chase Field with our fans and our community. Friday’s game will end with a spectacular fireworks show, capping off the evening of celebrations. To learn more about Jackie Robinson, visit mlb.com/42 and JackieRobinson.org. The D-backs’ support of Jackie Robinson Day is highlighted at dbacks.com/Jackie.

Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation $100,000 charitable gift to Pilgrim Rest Foundation

The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation will honor Pilgrim Rest’s 100th Anniversary and its iconic role in the Eastlake Community with a $100,000 charitable gift to the Pilgrim Rest Foundation for the ASU Prep Academy at Pilgrim Rest’s Dreamscape Environment, a technology and education solution.

The goal of the contribution is to ensure this new school receives generous support to fulfill our promise that children from diverse backgrounds from our community will have resources to ensure a safe, holistic and supportive educational environment. Students will be able to explore education in new and exciting ways that challenge the status quo and push students to new heights while also gaining valuable leadership development in partnership with the students, business leaders, community allies, and their families. 

The ASU Dreamscape Project is the jewel of the many valuable programs planned for this important, new school. These projects are critical to level the playing field for kids in our community. The immersive and unique concepts will help these students reimagine a world of possibilities for themselves, their families and future generations.

Pilgrim Rest Pastor Terry Mackey and Elder Richard Yarbough will be in attendance to receive the charitable gift.

BASE Arizona (Black Alliance & Social Empowerment) Presentation

The D-backs will make a $2,500 charitable gift to BASE Arizona (Black Alliance & Social Empowerment) to support their programming to provide diverse expertise to encourage and motivate children of African descent to become respected members in our community.

Jackie Robinson Career Showcase

The D-backs Black Professionals & Allies TPRG (Team Player Resource Group), in partnership with BASE Arizona (Black Alliance & Social Empowerment), will host 150 high school students, many from Black Student Union groups, for a career showcase sharing pathways into sports. The featured guests are:

•  Jerry McPherson/Greater Phoenix Urban League Director of Economic Empowerment

•  Josh Barfield/Arizona Diamondbacks Director of Player Development

•  Brandon Thomas/Arizona Diamondbacks Video Producer and Co-Lead of the Black Professionals & Allies TPRG

•  Christian Murray/Fiesta Bowl Corporate Partnerships Manager

•  Dr. Stephanie Lovingood, PHD/Phoenix Suns Director, Activation & Phoenix Mercury Director, Global Partnership Solutions

•  Kimberly Corbitt/Phoenix Suns Senior Vice President, People & Culture

Boys & Girls Club Presentation

The Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation will continue their annual contribution to support scholarship opportunities for the D-backs Branch of the Boys & Girls Club of the Valley with a $4,200 charitable gift in honor of Jackie Robinson’s number 42.

Each year, an outstanding youth from various Clubs is recognized as a Youth of the Year. Finalists compete for the title of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley Youth of the Year then advance to State, Regionals and Nationals.

This year’s honoree is Bailey Mitchell from the Bob Bove Club in Avondale. Bailey won Arizona’s State Competition and heads to Regionals in California next month for a shot at the National competition. Joining Bailey are five additional Youth of the Year: Mason Espendez, Jessica Davis, Aldo Canoleon, Vianey Escarzaga and Natalie Lopez.

Negro Leagues Baseball Museum “They Were All Stars” Traveling Exhibit

The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum “They Were All Stars” Traveling Exhibit highlights 20 players, who began their baseball careers in the Negro Leagues, moved on to play in the Major Leagues after integration and were voted or selected to play in Major League Baseball’s All-Star Game.

The featured All-Stars are Jackie Robinson, Larry Doby, Roy Campanella, Don Newcombe, Minnie Minoso, Satchel Paige, Monte Irvin, Willie Mays, Ernie Banks, Henry Aaron, Sam Jones, Gene Baker, Al Smith, Jim Gilliam, Harry Simpson, Elston Howard, George Crowe, Charlie Neal, George Altman and John Wyatt.

“Lift Every Voice”

Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church Choir will perform "Lift Every Voice” during the pregame ceremonies (at approximately 6:13 p.m.).

Ceremonial First Pitch

Edwin Jackson will represent The Players Alliance by throwing the ceremonial first pitch. Jackson pitched for the D-backs in 2010.

Jackie Robinson Day Ticket Pack

The special event ticket pack is available at dbacks.com/Jackie and includes a lower-level ticket and a custom Jackie Robinson denim cap featuring his retired number “42.”

Commemorative Jackie Robison “42” Rally Towel (image attached)

The first 5,000 fans will receive a commemorative Jackie Robinson “42” rally towel.

SATURDAY

Jackie Robinson Day Super Star Camp at Chase Field

The D-backs and Super Star Car Wash will host a free Superstar Baseball Camp for kids from low-income communities with each camper receiving a D-backs “42” shirt. D-backs outfielder David Peralta will be in attendance to support the camp. The camp will run from 8:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. at Chase Field.

The D-backs are hosting the New York Mets (April 22-24) and Los Angeles Dodgers (April 25-27) for their second homestand. Fans may purchase tickets online at dbacks.com/tickets, by calling 602-514-8400 or at the Chase Field Ticket Office.