A.J. Burnett
Play It Safe
In 2001, A.J. joined forces with the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, encouraging kids to "Play It Safe." Every season a new "Play It Safe" poster is designed and distributed with safety tips for kids.
To receive a free "Play It Safe" poster, please email
community@marlins.mlb.com.
Picture Them Home
During games at Dolphins Stadium, A.J. introduces the "Picture Them Home" spot featuring photos of missing children on the Jumbotron. To date, 54 children who have been featured have been recovered.
A Child Is Missing
In 2004, A.J. was announced as the National Spokesperson for A Child Is Missing, an organization designed to alert the community in the critical minutes after a child goes missing.
Kindervision
In August 2005, A.J. will host the Kindervision program, which will give parents the opportunity to receive a free safety video featuring images of their child.
Lost Little Leaguer Program
A.J. endorses the
Lost Little Leaguer Program, which provides children with a wristband that indicates their seat location and helps facilitate their safe return in the event they are separated or lost from their parents at a game.
For more information about any of these programs, email community@marlins.mlb.com
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