Serving the Detroit Community by providing quality Athletics, Education and Mentorship programs as a Nonprofit 501c3 Foundation
Home Plate Foundation Leadership are members of the Detroit Community with a vested interest in the development of the area’s youth. The diversity of the Leadership Team provides the ability to tap into the fabric of the Community for outreach. The Board and Executive Leadership are committed to the Foundation’s pillars of Athletics, Education and Mentorship. We look forward to providing the youth of Southwest Detroit a positive outlet for many years to come.
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The Home Plate Foundation is dedicated to fostering success for marginalized youth in Southwest Detroit by providing access to athletics, education, and mentorship programs. Our mission is to instill the values of teamwork and promote positive character development in the community's underserved youth through the game of baseball.
Our vision is to be the premier organization that serves the Southwest Detroit community by providing quality athletics, education, and mentorship programs. By focusing on our three pillars, we aim to create a positive environment that fosters the growth and well-being of our youth, enabling them to achieve success while building a strong sense of community. Through our programs and community partnerships, we aspire to become a catalyst for change in the region, promoting lifelong learning, healthy living, and personal development.
Exciting moment as Detroit Tiger, Eduardo Rodriguez and his family join us to watch the kids hit home runs, providing incredible support for our event!
Proud of our team for running the D 5k and contributing to the ChadTough Defeat Foundation, making a meaningful impact in the fight against pediatric brain cancer.
What an honor to announce our partnership with Chass Center, as we donated over 200 toys to children from low-income families, spreading joy and making the holidays brighter to those who need it most
Contributing to our community by donating essential back to school supplies for children. Recognizing the importance of the education in shaping bright futures!
An unforgettable experience as we took 16 children and their parents to their first Tiger's game! Two suites, delicious food, sweet treats, hats, t-shirts and a surprise appearance by Paws made the day extra special for everyone involved
Grateful for the annual support from Detroit Tiger’s Miguel Cabrera 'Miggy' at our high school home run derby. His presence, autographs for fans, and cheering for the kids hitting home runs add immense joy. Miggy even hands out trophies, making our event unforgettable!
Taking young baseball all-stars to meet their favorite Tiger’s player and enjoy the excitement of watching them take batting practice before their game!.
Participating in the Super Hero 5k, running for a cause, and donating to the Children's Super Hero Run at Chass Center. Making every step count for a brighter future!
11 kids got to experience their very first NBA game. We provided them with T-shirts, light-up necklaces, food, drinks, and snacks. What a blast! Creating lifelong memories for these children is what it’s all about.
We had an incredible time taking 14 kids to their first soccer game! The day was filled with laughter, telling soccer stories, eating pizza, pop, cookies, chips, and taking home key chains as souvenirs. The kids even got autographs and pictures with the players. To top it off, we won 2-0.
We donated 200 toys to children at Chass Center in Southwest Detroit. This is what it’s all about. It’s not what you have but what you give. Let’s continue to put smiles on these kids faces and teach them the importance of going outside and being active.
Thank you for considering a donation! You can contribute via Zelle, Venmo or Paypal. Your support is truly valued and greatly appreciated!
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