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Imagine the excitement of walking
onto the field at Fenway Park in front of a sell-out
crowd. David Ortiz pats you on the back and Manny
gives you a high-five. You have reason to celebrate:
you are a Red Sox Scholar.
The Red Sox Scholars Program is an innovative
partnership between BELL, the Boston Red Sox, and
presenting sponsor Beth Israel Deaconess Medical
Center. Centered on the basic premise that every
child can excel and reach their full potential given
support and the right resources, the Red Sox
Scholars Program provides $5,000 college
scholarships to 25 fifth-grade scholars each year.
In addition, doctors, nurses, and staff members from
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, the program´s
presenting sponsor, volunteer to serve as Mentors to
support the Scholars through middle school, high
school, and on to college.
Every year, the Boston Red Sox kick off the program
with an annual ceremony at Fenway Park to honor the
Scholars hard work and commitment to their
education in front of the entire Red Sox Nation.
During the academic year, Beth Israel Deaconess
Medical Center hosts professional "Shadow Days" and
other educational and experiential activities for
the Scholars and their Mentors.
To ensure the ongoing success of the program, BELL
and the Red Sox Foundation host the annual Field of
Dreams Gala fundraiser, a gathering of business
executives, community leaders, and Red Sox owners and legends.
On this inspirational night, Boston welcomes the new
class of Red Sox Scholars and reaffirms its
commitment to providing children with the support
they need to succeed in the classroom and in life.
In the three years since the program´s inception, 75
shining stars have become Red Sox Scholars. BELL,
the Red Sox, and Beth Israel Deaconess look forward
to continuing this amazing partnership and helping
many more future leaders achieve their full
potential in school and in life.
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