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The Pirates and Pirates Charities were proud to once again host the 11th-annual "Be a Fan" Torch Run for the Special Olympics of Western PA at PNC Park. On Tuesday, May 10, more than 100 Special Olympics athletes and local dignitaries and law enforcement personnel joined Chairman Bob Nutting to kick off a three-day, 150-mile torch run from Pittsburgh to State College, PA, hosts of the 2022 Special Olympics State Summer Games.
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On the morning of May 14, members of our Pirates community gathered at PNC Park to take part in the Pirates Charities Family Walk, presented by Allegheny Health Network, benefiting mental health. Pirates players, families, front office staff, fans and partners all came together for a fun-filled walk throughout the ballpark, followed by a carnival celebration on our Riverwalk. Fans enjoyed games, activities and the opportunity to engage with a number of non-profit partners who provided fans resources and the comfort of knowing that our community stands together in reducing the stigma around mental health. Proceeds from the event benefitted Pirates Charities mental health programming.
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As The Pirates took on the Reds on the evening of May 14, Pirates Charities continued its celebration of Mental Health Awareness Month. The Chuckie Mahoney Memorial Foundation was highlighted during pregame for the wonderful work that they do in our community, raising funds for mental health services in the name of their son who tragically lost his life to his own mental health struggles. The game's first pitch was thrown by Dr. William Davies of Allegheny Health Network who is the founder of AHN's Chill Project which embeds mental health services into area schools, making these life-saving resources readily available for area youth. Additionally, throughout the game, Pirates Charities collected signatures on a Mental Health Commitment Banner, which currently hangs outside of the Right Field Gate, as a symbol of our community's pledge to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health.
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To support the continued fight in our region against breast cancer and the continued improvement of patient care, Pirates Charities was proud to donate $10,000 to two very worthy non-profit organizations during the Pirates Breast Cancer Support game on May 15. Both The Susan G. Komen Foundation and A Glimmer of Hope Foundation offer support to those in their battle against breast cancer, and Pirates Charities is proud to support them. In honor of the partnership with these organizations, Courtney Brown, breast cancer warrior, was the Pirates Honorary Bat Girl on this day. Her daughter threw out our first pitch to Dr. Matthew Miller, who is a strong advocate for breast cancer research along with Allegheny Health Network.
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During the Month of May, the Pirates, alongside partner 84 Lumber celebrated two Military Mondays, recognizing the great work of the Friends of Pittsburgh Fisher House and Veteran's Leadership Program. Pirates Charites and 84 Lumber came together to provide each organization with $20,000 to further their mission and work supporting veterans and active duty service men and women and their families here in the Pittsburgh region. These groups were recognized pregame alongside families from TAPS – Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors – an organization who provides care for families of America's fallen heroes. Throughout the 2022 season, during each Monday home game, the Pirates will continue to highlight local military organizations.
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As youth baseball and softball seasons ramp up, the Pirates Community Engagement team hit the road with everyone's favorite mascot – the Pirate Parrot – to bring Pirates excitement to area youth games. The Parrot visited teams in Squirrel Hill, Southside, Northside, Peters Township and others with many more events planned throughout the summer. Keep an eye out for the Parrot at your next youth baseball or softball game!
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On April 15, 2022, MLB honored the 75th anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color barrier in baseball. To honor the late Jackie Robinson, teams across the league, including your Pittsburgh Pirates, proudly donned the iconic blue 42 on the backs of their jerseys as they took the field. Earlier this month, Pirates Charities auctioned these game-worn jerseys and raised over $14,000. All proceeds from this auction were donated to The Jackie Robinson Foundation. Thank you to all of our fans who made bids!
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Straight from the pitcher's mound at PNC Park to your home, these limited-edition bottles of Gameday Dirt are the perfect addition to any fan cave. Gameday Dirt from the Pirates historic no-hit victory on May 15, along with other key moments of the 2022 season are on sale now! This is a great way to give back to Pirates Charities while preserving a memory forever!
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Give back and win big in the Pirates Charities Gameday 50/50 Raffle! At every home game, fans can find one of our 50/50 Sellers in their bright, yellow shirts located behind Sections 105, 131 (Pops Plaza), 220 (Pittsburgh Baseball Club), and under the Left Fields Bleachers. Every total pot at the end of the day is split between one lucky winner and Pirates Charities. Funds raised through the Gameday 50/50 Raffle help Pirates Charities work in our community. Join in the fun at your next game!
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Commemorate a special occasion by displaying a message on the PNC Park scoreboard during a Pirates home game! Messages are displayed during the break at the end of the fourth inning (after the Pirates bat). Bucco Billboard messages can be purchased for a donation of $35 to benefit Pirates Charities. Order your message today!
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Help save lives with Vitalant! PNC Park will host blood drives on June 28 and June 29. Parking will be complimentary, and donors will receive a voucher for free Pirates tickets. Walk ins are welcome, registration is recommended.
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