The Nationals proudly work with nonprofit organizations to increase awareness for their causes. Throughout the season, a variety of organizations are given the opportunity to distribute materials about their mission, services, research, and events during Nationals home games at the Community Clubhouse. They are also encouraged to fundraise through ticket sales opportunities. For more information, please e-mail community.relations@nationals.com.
In-Game Military Salute
The Nationals offer premium seating in the Lexus Presidents Club for wounded veterans and their families during every home game. The tickets include a gourmet buffet, complimentary in-seat food and beverage service and views of the underground batting cages and post-game press conference.
At the end of the third inning, honorees are recognized on NatsHD and receive a standing ovation from fans. On occasion, military leadership, as well as numerous politicians, Supreme Court Justices and celebrities request to honor wounded service members by taking part in the salute.
Me and a Friend Program (Sunday home games)
In partnership with USO of Metropolitan Washington, this program recognizes the challenges that military children face as they continually relocate due to their parents' military assignments. The Nationals provide tickets to children of active duty service members for every Sunday game of the season, giving them the opportunity to use the free tickets to connect with peers and help make new friends. The group is also first in line for Kids Run the Bases after the game.
April
April 12:
Navy Day
April 17 - May 31:
DC High School Initiative
For the fifth consecutive year, the Nationals are inviting each District of Columbia Public High School baseball team to host one, two-hour practice on the field at Nationals Park at no cost to the school. The team works with coaches from each high school to create a fun experience for local student-athletes, inspiring them to continue playing baseball and providing a unique opportunity to play at a Major League ballpark.
April 23:
Team visit to Walter Reed National Military Medical Center
April 24:
Nationals Dream Foundation Spring Soiree Cocktail Party fundraiser
April 27:
Military Appreciation Day
May
May 8:
Marines Day
May 25:
Nationals/MedStar Health Youth Baseball Clinic
In conjunction with MedStar Health, the Nationals will host a series of youth clinics as part of the team's efforts to increase participation and interest in baseball and softball programs around the D.C. region. Children will participate in the free clinics which include on-field instruction, a meet and greet with a player and four tickets to a Nationals home game. Registration is not open to the public.
May 26:
Autism Speaks
Bring the whole family out for a relaxing afternoon at the ballpark as we help raise awareness for Autism Speaks, an organization dedicated to funding research into the causes, prevention, treatments and a cure for autism; increasing awareness of autism spectrum disorders; and advocating for the needs of individuals with autism and their families. A designated quiet room, located on the leftfield mezzanine level behind section 204 in the Roosevelt Conference Room, will be available for all families. Tickets are available here (www.nationals.com/autismspeaks) at a discounted rate in both the upper and lower levels of the stadium, with a portion of the proceeds benefitting Autism Speaks.
Opening of the Washington Nationals Pediatric Diabetes Complex at Children's National Medical Center
June 9:
Youth Baseball Equipment Drive
The Nationals will collect new or gently used baseball and softball equipment as part of the annual Baseball Equipment Drive, hosted in conjunction with the Baseball Tomorrow Fund, which will also provide a local youth organization a $5,000 grant to purchase additional new equipment.
June 15:
Inova Health System Blood Drive
The Nationals will team up with Inova Health System to host two blood drives during the 2013 season. Fans who help save a life by donating blood will receive two tickets to a Nationals home game as well as opportunities to take a behind-the-scenes tour of Nationals Park and win autographed memorabilia.
June 20:
Army Day
June 21:
Baseball Conditioning Clinic
June 22:
Nationals Dream Foundation Dream Gala at Shakespeare Theatre, Sidney Harman
Harris Teeter Food Drive
The Nationals will collect non-perishable food items for the annual Harris Teeter Food Drive outside Center Field Gates. Individuals who donate four or more items will be eligible for two tickets for a future Nationals game, while supplies last.
All items collected will benefit the Capital Area Food Bank, which distributes 20 million pounds of food to more than 700 partner agencies each year. In coordination with the drive, Nationals players and their spouses visit the Capital Area Food Bank to assist with their Weekend Bag program.
July 25:
K Street Cocktails: Nationals Dream Foundation fundraiser at Teddy & the Bully Bar, contact 202-640-7127 for details
July 27:
Nationals Toys for Tots Drive Fans may donate new, unwrapped toys when the Nationals host the annual Toys for Tots outside Center Field Gates. The toys collected will be distributed to nonprofit organizations and hospital pediatric wards in the D.C. area by the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve and the Toys For Tots Foundation during the holidays.
Nationals Green Up project: an Anacostia River improvement project
August 10:
Nationals Back to School Drive
The Nationals will again host a Back-to-School Drive in 2013. Teachers from D.C. Public Schools will help promote the drive and organize collection sites for new school supplies outside Center Field Gates.
August 10:
Nationals/MedStar Health Youth Baseball Clinic
In conjunction with MedStar Health, the Nationals will host a series of youth clinics as part of the team's efforts to increase participation and interest in baseball and softball programs around the D.C. region. Children will participate in the free clinics which include on-field instruction, a meet and greet with a player and four tickets to a Nationals home game. Registration is not open to the public.
August 10:
Smithsonian Family Day (Kids Q & A, photos)
August 17:
Inova Health System Blood Drive
The Nationals will team up with Inova Health System to host two blood drives during the 2013 season. Fans who help save a life by donating blood will receive two tickets to a Nationals home game as well as opportunities to take a behind-the-scenes tour of Nationals Park and win autographed memorabilia.
August 31:
Nationals/MedStar Health Youth Baseball Clinic
In conjunction with MedStar Health, the Nationals will host a series of youth clinics as part of the team's efforts to increase participation and interest in baseball and softball programs around the D.C. region. Children will participate in the free clinics which include on-field instruction, a meet and greet with a player and four tickets to a Nationals home game. Registration is not open to the public.
August 31:
Kurt Suzuki Family Foundation at Nationals Park
The Kurt Suzuki Family Foundation is a nonprofit agency that is dedicated to supporting the scientific research of chronic illnesses as well as encouraging healthy lifestyle choices. By providing support to kidney disease research and promoting the benefits/value of active life choices, the Kurt Suzuki Family Foundation is focused on improving the lives of others.
