In the Community

In The Community

Our Community Relations Department specializes in keeping the Organization part of the Colorado Springs community year-long. Just some of the events we're involved in include our reading program, player and mascot appearances, fundraising support, our Military Appreciation Nights and so much more. Currently, we are part of over 300 community projects and are always willing to lend a helping hand. For donation requests and inquiries please see contact information at the bottom of the page.
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Reading Program

Hit a Home Run for Reading by signing up for the Reading Program presented by Great Clips!

Over 2,000 students signed up our first year in 2008 and the program has continued growing each year. This year over 16,000 students across Colorado Springs were involved! The program, now entering its 8th season, awards prizes from local businesses as students complete each level. Great Clips also provides a $200 Staples gift card to two participating classrooms to purchase school supplies. Best of all, the program is COMPLETELY FREE!!!

All materials (posters & prizes) will be distributed during March and the program will run April 1 - April 30.

STUDENT BENEFITS

EDUCATIONAL: A fun way to encourage students' reading development.
REWARDS: Students earn special prizes as they complete each level of the program.
TICKETS: Complimentary ticket for students who complete the program.
SPECIAL REWARD: Opportunity to win one of two $200 Staples gift cards presented by Great Clips.

EDUCATOR BENEFITS

ENCOURAGE all students to read in a fun, incentive-based way.
EASY TO START for teachers and children.
WE SUPPLY all materials necessary.
FREE TICKETS for all teachers / staff participating.
OPPORTUNITY for a teacher from your school to throw First Pitch before a home game.

In The Community

Reading Program

Hit a Home Run for Reading by signing up for the Reading Program presented by Great Clips!

THE ENTIRE PROGRAM IS FREE!