Empowering Dreams: Jo Adell and MLB Stars Inspire Young Talent at 2024 Dream Series Fireside Chat
Jo’s commitment to inspiring and guiding young players was evident at the MLB’s 2024 Dream Series fireside chat. His active involvement in such initiatives reflects a genuine desire to see the next generation succeed in their baseball dreams.
Building a Better Community
One act of kindness at a time.
A message from Jo:
A little about me, the Foundation, and how you can become a partner.
I grew up in Louisville, Kentucky surrounded by some really good people. My family was a huge part of helping me become who I am, but the number of people in the Louisville area who supported me along the way were just as important.
From my first coach at Lyndon Recreation, to my Ballard High School community, I was always surrounded by people who worked hard, who gave their time and who were kind. When I was just 15 years old, I knew I wanted to be a professional baseball player. It was also during that time, that I began to travel nationally playing ball. When I was playing baseball in different cities and states, I began to really appreciate the values I grew up with. Now as a professional baseball player, I have the platform to promote these values.
There are three ways you can be a part of the foundation. First, you can be a volunteer. If you sign up as a Volunteer, you may be asked to work on projects that are sponsored by JAF or volunteer your time if JAF works with other charitable organizations. Second, you can submit a project idea and become a Project Leader. I don’t have all the answers and we are relying on you to help us come up with creative ways to help our community. Finally, you can be a Donor. We are a 501C and all of your donations will be tax exempt and welcomed.
So please take some time and check out our website. I would appreciate you being a part of the Jo Adell Foundation.
JAF IN THE NEWS
Daylen Lile: Working hard, being kind, giving back.
The former Trinity standout, and current member of the Washington Nationals Organization is supporting JAF through a donation. Daylen Lile connected with Los Angeles, Angels Outfielder, and Ballard graduate, Jo Adell to make a donation to the Jo Adell...
JAF & LMPD Foundation Provide 1000 Louisville-Area Families a Thanksgiving Dinner
A year of greater challenges yields an event with even greater success. Since 2017, the Jo Adell Foundation has partnered with the LMPD Foundation, Kroger, and JCPS to feed hundreds of families throughout the Greater Louisville Area. COVID-19 brought unprecedented...
Support The 2020 Jo Adell & LMPD Foundation Thanksgiving Dinner Celebration
Providing a special Thanksgiving for Louisville families in need. Since 2017, the Jo Adell Foundation has partnered with LMPD Foundation and Kroger to feed hundreds of families throughout the Greater Louisville Area. This November will be the 4th Annual JAF...
Recent Foundation Projects
Education and Workforce
JAF Academic Challenge
A spring semester, six-week, project-based learning activity centered on making a difference in the community through STEM, the Arts, or Entrepreneurship/Business.
Sports and Leadership
The Jo Adell Baseball Camp
Adell leads a baseball camp for young players and speaks to parents about college recruiting.
Health and Wellness
3rd Annual Thanksgiving Dinners Event
Five hundred local families have something to be extra thankful for year.