A Note From Our CEO
Greetings, PIFBS Family,
April has been a whirlwind—in the best way! Between tournaments, school programs, and gearing up for our 20th Anniversary Gala this fall, we’ve been everywhere helping kids get on the field and into the game. It’s the kind of busy we love!
Your support is what keeps the momentum going. Every donation helps us deliver more equipment, open more doors, and give more kids the chance to play ball. And with big celebrations on the horizon—like our Gala at Citizens Bank Park—we’re just getting started.
Thank you for being part of our team. Let’s keep making 2025 a season of opportunity, one pitch at a time!
With heartfelt gratitude,
Meredith P. Kim
CEO, Pitch In For Baseball & Softball
P.S. Reach out to us for more information on how you can get involved or to share your ideas on spreading joy and unity through sports.
Fundraiser Alert: Go Bananas Before Time Runs Out!
Anaheim, Charlotte, Cincinnati—your deadlines are coming fast!
Join Pitch In For Baseball & Softball’s "Go Bananas" fundraiser and raise money to give kids access to baseball and softball. Every dollar helps—and could earn YOU 4 tickets to see the Savannah Bananas live in your city! Fundraising Deadlines:
- Anaheim — May 18, 11 PM ET
- Charlotte — May 25, 11 PM ET
- Cincinnati — June 1, 11 PM ET
The top fundraiser in each city wins big. Every donation brings joy and opportunity to young athletes. Start your fundraiser today and be part of something unforgettable. Time’s ticking—let’s Go Bananas together!
Monthly News & Highlights
March Was a Grand Slam—Thanks to You!
March 2025 was a grand slam month for Pitch In For Baseball & Softball, and it’s all thanks to your incredible support.
Together, we delivered an estimated $405,344 worth of baseball and softball equipment to communities in need. Because of your generosity, more than 29,000 children across 26 U.S. states and 10 countries—from Washington to Louisiana and beyond—now have the gear they need to experience the joy of the game.
Power Partnership Alert: PIFBS x Diamond Nation
Pitch In For Baseball & Softball is proud to be the official charity partner of Diamond Nation for 2025. After a fantastic start at Finch’s Aces Spring Invitational, we’re excited to keep the energy going. Join us at Spring Fever to meet the PIFBS team, enter raffles, and learn how we’re helping kids nationwide get in the game.
Sign up to volunteer at any of our upcoming Diamond Nation events:
- Spring Fever – May 17
- Youth World Series – July 12
- Summer Bash – August 9
This partnership is a season-long commitment to youth sports, community impact, and giving every child the chance to play ball.
Events, Fundraisers & Community
Big Win for Philly’s Future Ballplayers
Pitch In For Baseball & Softball brought the energy to our annual Philadelphia School-Based Program event—delivering nearly $100,000 in equipment grants to 58 teams across the city. With 750+ student-athletes impacted, many getting on the field for the first time, the day was filled with excitement, gratitude, and game-changing support. Want more stories like this? Follow us on social media to keep up with our Coach Chat shorts and future updates!
Help Us Celebrate 20 Years of Impact!
We’re getting ready for our 20th Anniversary Gala on November 8, 2025, at Citizens Bank Park — and we want to hear from you! Have a favorite PIFBS memory or story? Share how PIFBS made a difference in your life or community. Your stories will help make this celebration even more special. Visit pifbs.org/pifbs20 to share your story, learn more about the event, and find out how you can become a sponsor!
ICYMI: Celebrating Women’s History Month with Our CEO
In case you missed it, we sat down with Meredith Kim, CEO of Pitch In For Baseball & Softball, to celebrate Women’s History Month! Meredith shared her journey, leadership insights, and passion for making sports more accessible for kids everywhere. Her story is a reminder of how strong leadership can drive real change on and off the field.
Take Action
Help kids around the world play ball!
As the leaves turn, it’s a perfect time to support Pitch In For Baseball & Softball. Our community’s generosity keeps our mission alive and thriving. This fall, your involvement can make a real difference. Let’s keep our projects strong together, now and beyond. Join us and help our mission grow!