| 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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