River Cats Foundation Grant

Overview

River Cats Foundation

Since the River Cats' inaugural season in Sacramento in 2000, involvement in the community has been an important priority.

The management and employees of the River Cats have focused their efforts on family and youth-based activities in the greater Sacramento area and have spent countless hours in the community at schools, non-profit organizations and civic clubs.

All members of the various River Cats operations are keenly aware of their responsibilities to give back to the community via donations of time and available funds.

River Cats Foundation Mission Statement

To always put the guest first and be recognized as the nation's leading minor league sports organization, providing a clean, safe, fun and family-friendly venue that allow fans and players alike to enjoy America's favorite pastime!

"Pitching In To Help Those in Need"

Focus Areas

The qualified organizations must demonstrate active participation in the greater Sacramento region in one or more of the following areas:

* Youth Activities
* Family Activities

Except as otherwise determined at the discretion of the Board of Directors, the following will be the focus of the Foundation with respect to broad categories of groups supported and their annual operating programs:

* 2024: After School (including athletic)-related programs
* 2025: Art, drama, and music-related programs
* 2026: Academic: math and science

In addition, at the discretion of the Board of Directors, the Foundation may support the appropriate youth and/or family-based capital projects of qualifying organizations.

Eligibility

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* The River Cats Foundation, Inc. will provide financial support only to qualified IRC Section 501(c)(3) organizations.
* Qualifying organizations must demonstrate a consistent history of supporting worthy youth and family-based activities in the greater Sacramento area. They must have been in existence for a minimum of two (2) full calendar years and demonstrate their financial stability. They will have directly supported one or more organizations whose beneficiaries are needy children, youth or families.