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Brewers Community Foundation Announces 2023 Drive for Charity Events

First Event, Sponsored by Newsradio 620 WTMJ, Offered as a Drive-Thru (April 20) and In-Person (April 21-23) Donation Opportunity

By - Mar 30th, 2023 09:59 am

MILWAUKEE – Brewers Community Foundation (BCF) today announced the schedule for its 2023 Drive for Charity events, presented by the BCF Leadership Council. The series of donation opportunities supports non-profits in Greater Milwaukee and Wisconsin.

Media sponsor Newsradio 620 WTMJ is supporting the first event of the year, benefiting the Wisconsin Humane Society. The event will be hosted as a Drive-Thru at American Family Field, taking place on Thursday, April 20 from 7 a.m. – 5 p.m. in the Cooper parking lot, near Helfaer Field. Fans will also have the opportunity to donate in-stadium during the April 21-23 homestand against the Boston Red Sox with donation tables located inside American Family Field at the Potawatomi (right-field), Home Plate and left-field Hot Corner gate entrances. Those donating or making a $10 contribution will receive a collectible Willy Adames pin. In addition, the first 200 fans who donate at the Drive-Thru will receive a collectible Brewers bobblehead.

Wisconsin Humane Society is collecting pet supplies and has a high need for items such as: moist dog treats, dry and canned dog food, dry and canned cat food, cat litter, peanut butter, potty training pads, unscented baby wipes and soft dog toys. The Wisconsin Humane Society wish list offers additional detail.

For the Drive-Thru event, fans can expect BCF employees and volunteers onsite to accept donations through car windows or trunks. Online donations, made at brewers.com/BCF, of at least $10 between April 20-23 will also receive the collectible Willy Adames pin.

The three remaining Drive for Charity events are slated to take place during games at American Family Field, providing fans with the opportunity to donate designated items that will be distributed to organizations working for the greater good.

Fans who donate designated items or make a monetary donation of at least $10 for future events will receive a commemorative pin. The 2023 Drive for Charity schedule is as follows:

  • April 20 DRIVE-THRU: Pet Supplies
    • Commemorative Pin: Willy Adames
  • April 21-23 Brewers vs. Boston Red Sox: Pet Supplies
    • Commemorative Pin: Willy Adames
  • May 12-14 Brewers vs. Kansas City Royals: Peanut Butter
  • Aug. 25-27 Brewers vs. San Diego Padres: New socks
    • Commemorative Pin: TBD
  • Sept. 29-Oct. 1 Brewers vs. Chicago Cubs: New winter hats, mittens and scarves
    • Commemorative Pin: TBD

The 2023 Drive for Charity events are presented by the Brewers Community Foundation Leadership Council: American Family Insurance, Aurora Health Care, Baker Tilly, Delta Dental of Wisconsin, Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation, Johnson Controls, Lubar & Co., Molson CoorsMilwaukee AdmiralsNorthwestern Mutual, Potawatomi Hotel | Casino, Town Bank and We Energies Foundation.

BCF harnesses the pride, passion and commitment of Brewers fans, players and other supporters to positively impact the lives of children and their families in the Greater Milwaukee area and throughout Wisconsin. For more than a decade, BCF has generated more than $50 million to support local non-profits in the areas of health, education, recreation and basic needs. Approximately 200 non-profit organizations receive funding annually through the Foundation’s initiatives. Visit brewers.com/BCF to learn about ways you can join the team that goes to bat for those in need.

NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.

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