Blue Jays Team Up with RCS Food Bank
RCS of Pinellas, a local non-profit organization, is a one-stop shop for families in need. RCS aims to feed the hungry through the RCS Food Bank, help homeless families get back on their feet through the RCS Grace House, offer refuge and resources to victims of domestic violence through the RCS Haven, and dispense affordable clothing, housewares, and furniture through the self-sufficient RCS Thrift Store. These interwoven and distinct programs are designed to address the most dire of issues plaguing Pinellas county's most vulnerable populations.
The Dunedin Blue Jays players and staff spent June 20th sorting food donations, filling shopping carts with nutritious items, and helping clients with their groceries. All-star catcher, Jack Murphy, was able to assist clients with their government-provided supplemental groceries with a big six-foot-four smile. Shortstop, Kevin Nolan, an all-star himself, caught on quickly while being trained by veteran volunteer staff on the ins and outs of food distribution.
The Blue Jays continue this partnership, as canned and imperishable foods will be collected at the gates to all remaining home games in the month of July. The month will culminate in our re-scheduled RCS Charity Chili Cook- Off. Fans will enjoy chili tasting from some of the best local restaurants and individual contestants while crowning a chili champion. The chili cook-off will take place starting at 4:00pm here at Florida Auto Exchange Stadium just before the 5:00pm home game versus the Charlotte Stone Crabs on Sunday, July 29th.
To learn more about RCS Pinellas or to donate please visit www.rcspinellas.org.
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