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Pirates Community

The Pirates community purpose is to make a tangible difference in the lives of the citizens of the region by improving the quality of life, being an active and contributing member of our community, and thereby becoming a source of civic pride.

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Pirates Charities
Pirates Charities is a charitable foundation with a focus on youth health, fitness and education. More »
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Fields for Kids Program
Fields for Kids provides financial support to improve youth baseball and/or softball facilities. More »
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Pirates Community Commitment Program
The Community Commitment Program helps players at all levels learn about their community positions. More »

Featured Pirates Community Programs

School Appearance
Events & Initiatives

Find out about the many community programs being led by Pirates players, front office members, alumni, wives and others.
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African American Heritage Weekend
Minority Partnerships

The Pirates seek to expand and develop relationships with members of minority communities and with others that share the same commitment.
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Pirate Parrot
Donations & Appearances

Find out about making requests for items for charitable fundraisers and how to contact the Pirates about player, alumni and mascot visits.
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Community Calendar
  • Tuesday, November 10
    Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives Chaz Kellem will give a motivational talk regarding the abilities of people with disabilities & and his current role with Pirates at 11:00 a.m. at Life's Work of Western PA.
  • Monday, November 23
    Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives Chaz Kellem will speak on disability awareness, advocacy, inclusion and his current role with the Pirates at Carlow University from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, December 8
    Pirates Manager of Diversity Initiatives Chaz Kellem will conduct a lecture at West Virginia University in the African Americans in Sports class from 9:30 - 10:45 a.m.

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Other Pirates Community Initiatives

Spring Training
Spring Training

The club's commitment to the community extends to Bradenton, FL and Manatee County, the Spring Training home of the Pirates since 1969.
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Pirates Wives
Pirates Wives

The award-winning Pirates Wives organization has been active in hosting fundraisers and events for a variety of different philanthropic causes.
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Let's Go Bucs. Let's Go Green
Let's Go Bucs.
 Let's Go Green.

The Pirates "Let's Go Bucs. Let's Go Green." program integrates greening initiatives, sustainable business practices and educational outreach.
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