Friends of Baseball & Softball
Non-profit OrganizationsOregon, United States11-50 Employees
Friends of Baseball is a Portland-based nonprofit organization established in 2005 to support youth baseball and softball through a network of resources and partnerships. Its work centers on enriching after-school and summer programs with baseball-inspired education, enabling access to play through scholarships, training coaches as positive mentors, providing first work experiences for high school players, distributing equipment, and conducting field renovations and community events to broaden participation. The organization targets families and youth in local leagues and teams, aiming to reduce barriers to participation and foster development both on and off the field. Positioned in the nonprofit sector, it operates with a focus on community impact and youth development within the sport, highlighting collaborations such as partnerships with city and regional organizations. Recent activity includes a collaboration in June 2023 to host a no-cost youth Play Ball clinic in Gresham, reflecting ongoing community outreach and program expansion.