Mission
Friends of Baseball provides access to baseball and softball programs, scholarships, and resources for underserved youth who face financial and social barriers to playing the game. They aim to empower dreams and transform lives by ensuring all youth can swing for the fences both on the field and in life.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
2010
EIN
20-3888216
Total Assets
$38.99 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
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At a Glance
Swing for the Fences Gala
Annual fundraiser featuring a live auction and community engagement.
Nike RBI Program
Nike has become the presenting sponsor of the Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities program.
Play Ball Clinics
Free youth baseball and softball clinics hosted in partnership with local organizations.
Impact Stats
$5.1 million
Total Amount Funded
Total Funding Distributed
Programming, scholarships, grants, and equipment distributed since 2005.
40,000+
Total Youth Served
Youth Served
Number of children served through Friends of Baseball programs.
1,200
Total Participants
Participants in Full Count
Youth enrolled in the Full Count after school and summer enrichment program.
Past Events
2023 Full Count Nike RBI Girls Lead Softball Camp
2023-08-14
Full Count Nike RBI Girls Lead Softball Camp featuring engaging skills stations and career exploration lessons.
2023 Full Count Nike RBI Baseball Skills Academy
2023-08-28
Second annual Full Count Nike RBI Baseball Skills Academy held for youth to learn baseball fundamentals and improve their skills.
Play Ball Gresham 2023
2023-06-22
Free youth Play Ball clinic held in collaboration with local organizations, engaging over 200 youth players.
Upcoming Events
2024 Swing for the Fences Gala
2024-09-15
Annual fundraising event featuring food, art, and live auction to support Friends of Baseball programs.
Learn More2023 FAMILY INFO NIGHT
2023-11-20
An informational session for families to learn more about Friends of Baseball's programs.
Learn MoreFRIENDS OF RUTSCH 2023
2023-12-04
Community event celebrating local youth baseball initiatives.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Full Count Nike RBI Academy
After school and summer enrichment program focusing on life skills through baseball fundamentals.
Learn MoreGirls L.E.A.D Softball Program
Provides exposure to softball and leadership opportunities for girls.
Learn MoreDiamond Dreams Scholarship Program
Offers scholarships to youth facing financial barriers to participate in baseball and softball.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
38
10
/100
Program Expense Ratio
25.91%
2
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-4.45%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.1246
2
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 298.7K | 95.34% |
| Program Services | 6.743K | 2.15% |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 313.3K | 100.00% |
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