Mariners Care

Mariners Care’s stated primary exempt purpose is to support youth-oriented community service programs and other worthy projects in the Pacific Northwest. Its filing describes its program activity as grants to and program support of charitable organizations for youth development, human services, and related purposes.

The Community Impact Grants focus on positive health outcomes for youth, particularly through physical activity and its mental-health benefits, and on systemic approaches to improve equitable outcomes for BIPOC communities. The program materials state a preference for long-term, systems-level efforts, including research and advocacy; direct-service requests without a systemic-change focus are described as a secondary priority.

The equipment grant program supports high school baseball and softball teams with equipment, safety items, and field-of-play updates. The program materials state that schools in Washington and Oregon are eligible, with priority for schools demonstrating financial need and efforts to make programs inclusive and accessible.

Grantees’ stated missions illustrate the range of organizations receiving support. Downtown Emergency Service Center says it helps people experiencing homelessness, substance use disorders, and serious mental illness through services, treatment, and housing. United Way of King County describes its work as building an equitable future with communities, while Seattle Parks Foundation says it partners with communities to champion thriving and equitable parks and public spaces. Playworks Education Energized states that it works to improve children’s health and well-being through physical activity and safe, meaningful play. Baseball Beyond Borders says it expands youth access and opportunity through baseball, life skills, academic pathways, and leadership. Friends of Baseball describes its work as providing charitable resources and educational resources to youth. Southeast Youth & Family Services says it helps children, youth, and families achieve safe, stable, sustainable lives through counseling and other programs. Backpack Brigade says it partners with local communities to provide weekend food bags to children in need.