The Baseball Assistance Team (B.A.T.) was formed in 1986 by a group of former Major League Baseball players. B.A.T. was founded to confidentially help members of the Baseball Family who were in need of assistance with nowhere else to turn.
The charitable organization was not intended to take the place of a pension or to serve as one. The intention was to serve as a bridge to help people get back on their feet. The organization has changed slightly since 1986 but one thing has not changed: If a member of the Baseball Family is in need of medical, financial or psychological assistance B.A.T. will do all it can to help.
The Non-Profit confidentially assists members of baseball family through grants, helping people to get back on their feet and become self-sufficient.
Contact Information:
(212) 931-7822
F.A.Q
Who is eligible?
Any person is eligible for assistance from B.A.T. if he or she:
Has at least one day of service as an MLB player
Has at least two years of service with one of the following groups:
Major League manager, coach or athletic trainer
Minor League player, manager, coach or athletic trainer
Negro League player
Scout
MLB or MiLB umpire
Women's League of Professional Baseball
MLB or MiLB front office employee
Part-time clubhouse employee with an MLB club
Former MLBPA employee
Is a widow, widower or child, 23 years of age or younger, of any eligible person
What does B.A.T. assist with?
Each grant application is reviewed on a case-by-case basis. Grants may be awarded for needs such as:
Addiction recovery treatment
Food & household necessities
Housing
Medical expenses
Funeral expenses
Health insurance & prescriptions
Financial education
Career transition & vocational training certifications
What is the average duration and average amount of a grant?
The length and amount of each grant is determined on a case-by-case basis, as determined by need.
I am eligible based on B.A.T.'s guidelines. Can B.A.T. assist my extended family member?
Based on B.A.T.'s guidelines, extended family members do not qualify. However, anyone can submit an application for consideration.
How do I submit a grant?
Individuals can complete the pre-screen survey here.