REDS COMMUNITY FUND YOUTH BASEBALL & SOFTBALL FUNDING

The Reds Youth Baseball and Softball Funding program enters its 20th year in 2024. This initiative is a funding mechanism to support youth baseball and softball organizations. The program is inspired by local inner-city coaches who help keep baseball and softball vibrant in our communities, while striving to be positive role models. The Reds Community Fund began this initiative in 2005 by funding five Knothole baseball organizations. In 2024, the Reds Community Fund, along with Kid Glove, and the Rosie Reds organization partnered to support more than 100+ organizations while financially assisting more than 12,500 student-athletes.

The Reds Community Fund will again partner with Kid Glove and the Rosie Reds to launch its baseball and softball funding program for the 2024 season. Grant dollars can be used by approved organizations to assist with equipment, uniforms, and/or field support. In order to qualify for funding, organizations must submit a grant application and receive a formal invitation to participate. All organizations must apply and be approved to receive funding.

In order to be eligible, your organization must meet the following criteria:

• Operate in "Reds Country" (Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana)
• Serve the community by affording youth the opportunity to play baseball or softball
• All participating organizations are subject to an end of season financial audit