(KNSI) \u2013 The St. Cloud Rox are stepping up to the plate for local youth baseball programs with the return of the Share the Glove Youth Baseball Equipment Grant Program.<\/p>\n
In partnership with the Northwoods League Foundation, the Rox will award one baseball equipment grant to a qualifying Central Minnesota organization. The comprehensive package includes one set of catcher\u2019s gear with mitt, nine fielding gloves, six batting helmets, three bats, and one bucket of practice balls.<\/p>\n
The initiative is part of a league-wide effort that will distribute 24 equipment grants, 12 for baseball and 12 for softball, across all Northwoods League affiliate communities in 2026.<\/p>\n
Since launching in 2018, the program has helped ensure that young athletes aren\u2019t left out in left field when it comes to accessing quality equipment.<\/p>\n
To be eligible, organizations must be a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, school or school-based program, or community-based organization that provides baseball opportunities for kids ages nine to 12 in Central Minnesota.<\/p>\n
For-profit businesses, political organizations, religious organizations, and individuals are not eligible.<\/p>\n