Arizona Diamondbacks give back throughout December with multiple holiday events for Valley children and families in need
Throughout the month of December, the D-backs and the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation will further their investment in the community and support those in need through the holidays. The events begin with a shopping spree for underserved teens supported by Homeward Bound, then hosting the treasured 26th annual Winter Classic event for more than 500 area children, and concluding the month with a holiday party for special kids at the D-backs Boys & Girls Club.
Wednesday, December 6 from 5-7 p.m.
Homeward Bound Shopping Spree
Super Target, 5715 N. 19th Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85015
The D-backs are partnering with Homeward Bound, a local nonprofit that creates pathways out of poverty for families in the Valley, to gift 25 teenagers a $250 shopping spree to purchase gifts and needed items to make the holiday season a little brighter. D-backs players and alumni will be paired one-on-one with teens to help create the ultimate shopping experience. It will be a night full of fun, including dinner, shopping, and gift wrapping.
Wednesday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
D-backs 26th Annual Winter Classic, presented by University of Phoenix
Chase Field, 401 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix, AZ 85004
Every December, the Arizona Diamondbacks, in partnership with the University of Phoenix, turn Chase Field into a winter wonderland for students from deserving Title 1 schools for the annual Winter Classic event. More than 500 students will each receive a brand-new pair of athletic shoes, two books, a book bag, and a sweatshirt. Activities include the University of Phoenix Reading Corner, photos with Santa, STEM activities, D-backs Baseball Academy, dancing, and more. Special appearances by D-backs players, alumni and Baxter.
Thursday, December 14 from 4:30-6:30 p.m.
D-backs Branch Boys & Girls Club Holiday Party
Arizona Diamondbacks Boys & Girls Clubs Branch, 548 W. Southern Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85041
The Arizona Diamondbacks will host over 100 boys and girls (ages 6-16) at the 13th annual Holiday Party at the D-backs Branch of the Boys & Girls Club to celebrate the holiday season and receive a complimentary sweatshirt, toy, and a meal. Special appearances by D-backs players, alumni and Baxter.