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  • Chicago White Sox Charities Mission Statement

    Chicago White Sox Charities provides annual financial, in-kind and emotional support to hundreds of Chicago-based organizations, including those leading the fight against cancer or dedicated to improving the lives of Chicago's youth through education and athletics.

    With the generous support of White Sox fans, friends and sponsors, CWSC has donated millions of dollars since its inception in 1990, striving to improve the quality of life for Chicagoans of all ages, races and genders.

    To the Chicago White Sox, winning goes beyond the baseball diamond into the community. The White Sox and CWSC want to inspire, educate and embrace Chicago to create a lasting legacy for future generations.

White Sox Community Upcoming Events
2009 Upcoming Events

JD's MVPs - Tuesday, June 23 at U.S. Cellular Field

Jermaine Dye will host nine children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, providing game tickets, T-shirts and Comiskey Cash for the children. JD's MVPs will participate in a pregame meet-and-greet with Jermaine and be recognized on the field before the game.

"Go Go Sox" 50th Anniversary - Thursday, June 25 at U.S. Cellular Field

Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the 1959 season with White Sox legends Luis Aparicio, Jim Landis, Jim McAnany, Billy Pierce and Jim Rivera!

The White Sox will pay tribute to the historical team that broke the club's 40-year pennant drought with a special on-field ceremony. Tickets for the private celebratory reception honoring these renowned players are sold out. All proceed benefit Chicago White Sox Charities.

IFI Essay Winner Recognition, Tuesday, July 7 at U.S. Cellular Field

The White Sox and the Illinois Fatherhood Initiative welcomed the winners of the 2008 Fatherhood Essay Contest, which annually attracts nearly 30,000 essays from students across Illinois. Essay winners were recognized pregame.

ALS Awareness Night - Wednesday, July 8 at U.S. Cellular Field

July 4, 2009 marks the 70th anniversary of Lou Gehrig's "Luckiest Man" speech. The Chicago White Sox will recognize and support the fight against ALS, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, with a pre-game ceremony and the recitation of the "Luckiest Man" speech.

Jermaine Dye Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Scholarship Winners - Wednesday, July 8 at U.S. Cellular Field

In appreciation of the Chicago White Sox right fielder and former Boys & Girls club member Jermaine Dye's volunteerism with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago (BGCC), the University of Phoenix has established The Jermaine Dye Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago Scholarship Program. The program enables qualified Club members who may not otherwise be able to attend college the opportunity to attend University of Phoenix. The White Sox will honor the 10 new recipients on the field before the game.

Double Duty Classic - Friday, July 10 at U.S. Cellular Field

The White Sox will host the 2nd Annual Double Duty Classic - an event celebrating the history and tradition of Negro Leagues baseball in Chicago and promoting the next generation of inner-city baseball players. The game will include inner-city high school players from across the country participating in an All-Star showcase. The players will dress in uniforms honoring the Negro Leagues' East-West All-Star Game.

This year marks the 76th anniversary of the first East-West All-Star Game, which was played at Comiskey Park in Chicago. An invitation-only forum will precede the game and feature a roster of speakers and prominent members of the baseball community.

Picnic in the Park - Sunday, July 19 at U.S. Cellular Field

Join White Sox players, coaches and their families for a unique on-field experience. Collect autographs from team members followed by an upscale picnic on the outfield grass. The evening includes a silent auction and concludes with a signature fireworks display. Tickets for Picnic in the Park cost $250 per adult and $125 per child. To purchase tickets for Picnic in the Park please call 312-674-5391.

Scott's Heroes, Tuesday, July 21 at U.S. Cellular Field

Scott Linebrink will host two individuals and their families from the United States Armed Forces. Scott provides each guest with a game ticket, "Scot's Heroes" T-shirt and Comiskey Cash. Scott's Heroes will attend batting practice, which includes a meet-and-greet with Scott.

JD's MVPs - Wednesday, July 22 at U.S. Cellular Field

Jermaine Dye will host nine children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, providing game tickets, T-shirts and Comiskey Cash for the children. JD's MVPs will participate in a pregame meet-and-greet with Jermaine and be recognized on the field before the game.

JD's MVPs - Friday, July 30 at U.S. Cellular Field

Jermaine Dye will host nine children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, providing game tickets, T-shirts and Comiskey Cash for the children. JD's MVPs will participate in a pregame meet-and-greet with Jermaine and be recognized on the field before the game.

Scott's Heroes, Tuesday, August 18 at U.S. Cellular Field

Scott Linebrink will host two individuals and their families from the United States Armed Forces. Scott provides each guest with a game ticket, "Scot's Heroes" T-shirt and Comiskey Cash. Scott's Heroes will attend batting practice, which includes a meet-and-greet with Scott.

Field of Greens Golf Outing - Thursday, August 20 at Harborside International Golf Course

Tee off with current and former White Sox team members, as well as other sports celebrities and media personalities at the annual White Sox Charities Field of Greens Golf Outing. For more information, call 312-674-1000.

JD's MVPs - Wednesday, September 8 at U.S. Cellular Field

Jermaine Dye will host nine children from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Chicago, providing game tickets, T-shirts and Comiskey Cash for the children. JD's MVPs will participate in a pregame meet-and-greet with Jermaine and be recognized on the field before the game.

Scott's Heroes, Tuesday, September 8 at U.S. Cellular Field

Scott Linebrink will host two individuals and their families from the United States Armed Forces. Scott provides each guest with a game ticket, "Scott's Heroes" T-shirt and Comiskey Cash. Scott's Heroes will attend batting practice, which includes a meet-and-greet with Scott.

American Red Cross Night - Monday, September 21 at U.S. Cellular Field

The Chicago White Sox will recognize all of the American Red Cross donors and volunteers that have helped patients in need during a pregame ceremony at U.S. Cellular Field. The American Red Cross promotes blood donation, safety preparedness, CPR and first aid.

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For details regarding any upcoming events, call 312-674-1000 or email community@whitesox.mlb.com.