We are proud to announce a new initiative recognizing and rewarding local community organizations and bringing them closer to the game of baseball.

The Love of the Game initiative launched with several area organizations receiving grants from The Alonso Foundation along with 50 tickets, plus food and merchandise, to a Mets game. Each organization distributed the tickets to their youth and family beneficiaries, many of whom had never been to a game, as well as receiving a grant via on-field check presentation pregame.

“Giving back to our community is who we are. It is super important for us to be able to do that in and around New York with so many special organizations that make an impact. We just want to be able to have them come out for a fun night at the park, and be recognized for all they do,” noted Pete.

Pete held a special press conference to discuss the initiative and even invited some members of a local little league to help!

Organizations ranged from a local community center, to a support fund for families of fallen NYC First Responders, to an animal rescue shelter, and more.  In a few cases, Pete made surprise visits to these groups and announced the donations while inviting them out to the field.