C3 Dugout Fund
Supporting young athletes with big dreams
Leveling the playing field by providing access, support, and opportunity to underserved youth and communities in the baseball world.
Our Mission
Leveling the playing field
At the C3 Dugout Fund, our mission is to level the playing field by providing access, support, and opportunity to underserved youth and communities in the baseball world. Through strategic partnerships and generous donations, we raise funds to supply essential gear, cover participation costs, and support development opportunities for high school players who might otherwise be left behind.
Why Donate to the C3 Dugout Fund?
Baseball shouldn't be a country club sport
For many families, the rising costs of lessons, club teams, showcases, strength training, and travel are making it harder to keep up. The C3 Dugout Fund exists to level the playing field, providing need-based support to student-athletes chasing their dreams.
Your 100% tax-deductible donation to our 501(c)(3) helps ensure that talent and hard work — not finances — determine opportunity. Give a hand up to a future ballplayer today.
Essential gear — gloves, cleats, bats, and protective equipment for players in need.
Participation costs — tournament, showcase, and travel fees that open doors to exposure.
Development opportunities — lessons, strength training, and resources for families.
Give a hand up
Every dollar supplies gear, covers fees, and creates opportunities for student-athletes who need it most. Donate securely in just a few clicks.
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Your donation is 100% tax-deductible. C3 Dugout Fund Inc. · EIN 39-3441050
Stories of Impact
Made possible by your support
"The C3 Dugout Fund helped me get a new glove that I couldn't afford. I am very grateful as I've been using the same glove since my 8th grade year. Now as I enter my senior year of high school, I will be able to have a brand new glove that the C3 Dugout Fund helped me get."
C3 Dugout Fund Recipient"Joey is the GOAT...thanks to Joey and the C3 Dugout Fund, I am able to receive new equipment to help improve my game. I am very thankful for the opportunity and look forward to use the cleats I have been gifted to from the Dugout Fund."
C3 Dugout Fund Recipient"The C3 Dugout Fund helped me tremendously. My family and I didn't have enough funds to get a new glove. Thankfully the C3 Dugout Fund helped and gave me the opportunity to perform on the field with a new glove."
C3 Dugout Fund Recipient"The C3 Dugout Fund has enabled our students to compete at the highest levels with proper equipment and training aids. These help our players enjoy the game of baseball and play with pride."
C3 Dugout Fund Recipient"Thank you C3 Dugout Fund, I really appreciate your help and support with my new glove. It will be amazing for me for this upcoming season."
C3 Dugout Fund RecipientHow It Works
Partnerships, proceeds, and purpose
Partnerships
C3 has partnerships with some of the most respected brands across the baseball world. Fit your players with the best gear and apparel so they are ready to perform at the highest level.
Profits Go to a Cause
100% of the proceeds from our partnerships go directly to the C3 Dugout Fund. Kids without the resources can rely on us to give them what they need to compete.
Our Vision
Our vision involves a greater purpose. The mission is to help those underserved kids get an opportunity. Finances shouldn't be a factor for kids that love the game.
Need support? Apply for assistance
If you're a student-athlete who needs help covering gear, showcase fees, lessons, or other baseball costs, the C3 Dugout Fund is here for you. Submit a confidential application and our team will review it personally.
Start Your ApplicationQuestions? Email joey@c3recruits.com