During each Friday night Trash Pandas game in 2025, the organization will recognize a very special individual or family in which at least one member serves North Alabama and the Tennessee Valley as a front-line worker, current or former member of the United States military, a medical professional, educator or any other person you might think is a hero! The individual chosen will be honored on the field as a Rocket City Trash Pandas Community Hero! The Rocket City Community Heroes program is presented by Thompson Tractor
Foundation & Mission
The Trash Pandas Foundation is the non-profit charitable arm of the Rocket City organization. Operated by our community relations team, we spearhead local outreach around North Alabama through initiatives such as Mascot Appearances, Jersey Auctions, Ballpark Tours, Team Experiences, and more!
The Trash Pandas Foundation is a 501c3 organization dedicated to educating and promoting healthy lifestyles through sport and to positively impact communities in the North Alabama region.
Community Initiatives
Mascot Appearances
Bring Sprocket out to your next event at a school, local business, parade, parties, and more!
Non-Profit Opportunities
The Rocket City Trash Pandas are pleased to partner with local non-profit organizations to help contribute to their fundraising goals! View all the information on NPO groups at the link below.
How Can We Help?
If you or someone you know needs assistance, please describe how the Trash Pandas can best help (e.g., monetary donation, field renovation, etc.). Follow the link below to submit your request.
Donation Requests
Looking for items to help support your fundraising event? The Trash Pandas Foundation is happy to help! Click the link below to fill out a donations request form.
Trash Panda For a Day
The Trash Panda For a Day program is launching this season in partnership with the LA Angels and with an exciting initiative to support youth in the community. Each month, one elementary or middle school student will have the opportunity to spend a day with the Trash Pandas, experiencing the thrill of being part of something greater.
Stadium Tours
Get a behind-the-scenes look at Toyota Field with a special stadium tour! Contact Maddison Kendrick at [email protected] or 256-517-3733 to book your spots! Must have a minimum of 10 people.