MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation
Accepts applications
MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.7 million in 17 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.7 million
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$9.6 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.0 million the year before.
82% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.0 million | 23 | $13.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.7 million | 17 | $9.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Mlb-Mlbpa Ydf 1271 Avenue of the Americas, New York, NY 10020 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (212) 931-7800, ydf@mlb.com |
| What to submit | Applicants should submit a letter of inquiry (LOI). Loi consists of three parts: 1.) information form, 2.) introductory letter, and 3.) budget proposal. Visit www.baseballydf.com for additional information and to submit a letter of inquiry. |
| Deadlines | The foundation accepts loi submissions on a rolling basis throughout the year with no deadlines. |
| Restrictions | The foundation does not support: - field and lighting capital projects with less than 50% of the project funding secured - annual operating expenses including, but not limited to, fundraising costs, salaries, fringe benefits, insurance costs, administrative expenses, membership dues, advertising and promotional expenses, bank charges, audit expenses, and other third-party overhead costs - travel teams, except programs supporting low-income youth players - restroom, concession stand, and classroom construction - capital projects and uniforms for schools - individual player scholarships or sponsorships |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 17 states, the most to Mississippi.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | 1 | $500,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $500,000 |
| Alaska | 1 | $250,000 |
| New York | 1 | $250,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $25,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| But God Ministries | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Negro leagues Family Alliance | General operating support | $500,000 |
| Gamers Sports Travel | General operating support | $250,000 |
| New York City Police Foundation | General operating support | $250,000 |
| Caddo Parish Commission | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Pitch In For Baseball & Softball | General operating support | $50,000 |
| Town of Otis | General operating support | $25,000 |
| UMPS Care Charities | General operating support | $25,000 |
| City of Smithers | General operating support | $10,000 |
| Southside Youth Development Inc | General operating support | $10,000 |
| West Orange Girls Club Inc | General operating support | $9,960 |
| Greater Apostolic Temple | General operating support | $5,812 |
| City of Henning | General operating support | $5,000 |
| City of Waupaca | General operating support | $5,000 |
| George Wythe High School | General operating support | $5,000 |
| Southeast Career Technical Academy | General operating support | $4,950 |
| Variety Boys and Girls Club | General operating support | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Diana Braverman
- Christopher Brumm
- Chris Capuano
- Leonor Colon
- Jeff Fannell
- Julia Gaffin Vogel
- Pat Houlihan
- David James
- Jean Lee Batrus
- Tony Reagins
- Kasey Sanossian
- Ed Weber
- Dave Winfield
Questions people ask
Does MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: The foundation accepts loi submissions on a rolling basis throughout the year with no deadlines.
How much does MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation give?
$1.7 million in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Diana Braverman (Treasurer), Christopher Brumm (Secretary), Chris Capuano (Director and Vice President) and Leonor Colon (Director, Co-Chair, and Co-President) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does MLB-MLBPA Youth Development Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and education.