We work to eliminate barriers by providing baseball/softball gear to leagues so that all kids, regardless of economic background, can benefit from the game. Founded in 2005, Pitch In For Baseball & Softball (PIFBS) believes in the power of sport to contribute to positive youth development and build community. PIFBS exists to remove equipment as a barrier to participation for underprivileged children around the world. PIFBS serves as an intermediary and connector between fans of the game, industry leaders, and the broader community to the kids who need the support the most. Over the past 20 years, PIFBS has donated $35 million in equipment to help more than 2.2 million children play ball in every state in the U.S. and 119 countries globally. PIFBS has averages 1,000 projects each year, serving nearly 150,000 kids annually through these core programs: General Equipment Grants , School-Based Program, Targeted Programs, and Disaster Relief.