Featured Sponsor: BlueClaws

BlueClaws Support Military Veterans and local community

The BlueClaws have made a choice to support America’s veteran organizations as a way of giving back to those that have served. In addition to their generous solar panel sponsorship, which is consistent with their dedicated support of military veterans, BlueClaws also hosts a “Military Partners Program” and “We Salute You Wednesdays” through which the military is honored at Wednesday home games and companies donate tickets to local active and retired military members.

The BlueClaws have also partnered with OceanFirst Foundation on Home Runs For Heroes, and every time the BlueClaws hit a home run at FirstEnergy Park, a donation is made to a local military-based non-profit. Over $100,000 has been raised since 2009.

Other military initiatives include military discounts, appreciation nights that collect supplies and cell phones for our active troops, special nights dedicated to Veteran non-profits such as the Disabled American Veterans, VFW, and Joint-Base nights.

BlueClaws Charities works with 45 area non-profits, including several military-based organizations, through their Community Partners Program. These non-profits, large and small, raise money through BlueClaws fundraisers and concession stand volunteering, plus gain exposure throughout the season. Organizations can also apply for an end-of-year grant.

The BlueClaws are a member of 18 local Chambers of Commerce and staff members sit on boards of directors or event committees for over 75 different Chambers and non-profit organizations.

Personal Interview with Greg Giombarrese, Director of Media Relations

How does helping our veterans and environment make you feel?

There are so many military veterans in our area that we try to assist wherever we can.

What about the Adopt-a-Solar-Panel Program did you find the most interesting?

We’re able to help the environment and the veterans at the same time with this great program. It was a unique situation for us and one that we are excited to be a part of.

Please tell us a little about BlueClaw’s background

The BlueClaws debuted in 2001 and have been a Phillies affiliate in the South Atlantic League ever since. The BlueClaws have won three South Atlantic League Championships in their 13 year history and 57 alums have reached the Major Leagues, including Ryan Howard, Cole Hamels, and Carlos Ruiz.

Are there any charity or community efforts you would like to mention?

BlueClaws Charities works with 45 area non-profits through their Community Partners Program. These non-profits, large and small, raise money through BlueClaws fundraisers and concession stand volunteering, plus exposure throughout the season. Organizations can apply for an end-of-year grant as well.

Are the BlueClaws part of any business organizations?