The Jimmy Fund announced today that Boston Red Sox pitcher, Garrett Whitlock, will once again serve as the Jimmy Fund Captain this season. For the third consecutive season, Whitlock will be an ambassador to support Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund's fundraising efforts for cancer care and research. The Red Sox have partnered with the Jimmy Fund since 1953, the longest and most unique partnership in sports, and as Jimmy Fund Captain, Whitlock will continue this tradition. In this role, Whitlock will attend fundraising events, visit patients, build support, and raise funds for cancer care and research at Dana-Farber.
"I am excited to serve as the Jimmy Fund Captain to continue building on the strong foundation and connection we've grown over the past two years," said Whitlock. "It's an honor for my wife, Jordan, and me to help raise awareness for Dana-Farber and the Jimmy Fund as we work to eradicate cancer. The bond between the Red Sox and the Jimmy Fund runs deep, and I look forward to further supporting this incredible mission."
"We are thrilled to announce Garrett Whitlock as our Jimmy Fund Captain this year," said Brock Holt, Jimmy Fund co-chair and former Red Sox player. "As a former Jimmy Fund Captain myself, I know how rewarding the role is. Garrett's support of the Jimmy Fund continues a longstanding tradition of Red Sox players who have served as Jimmy Fund ambassadors in the community to help raise awareness and defy cancer. We look forward to working with Garrett."
Past Jimmy Fund Captains also include Nathan Eovaldi, Mitch Moreland, Pablo Sandoval, Will Middlebrooks, David Ross, Jarrod Saltalamacchia, Daniel Bard, Clay Buchholz, and the late Tim Wakefield.
Grassroots community fundraising is the heart and soul of the Jimmy Fund-thousands of people organize events such as bake sales, lemonade stands, runs, walks, golf tournaments, dances, auctions, softball games, and more, bringing their communities together to help Dana-Farber save lives.
Some upcoming Jimmy Fund fundraisers benefitting Dana-Farber Cancer Institute include:
- Baseball Season Opening Day Match - Celebrate the return of baseball season with Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund! Donate now to strike out cancer and your gift will be matched - dollar for dollar. Our generous friends at DraftKings are doubling all donations, up to $25,000 total, March 24 through Fenway's Opening Day on April 4. Visit https://www.jimmyfund.org/events/cancer-fundraising-events/rally-against-cancer/ to double your impact and support Dana-Farber's lifesaving mission.
- Jimmy Fund Scooper Bowl® - The nation's largest all-you-can-eat ice cream festival will take place at Boston's City Hall Plaza on Tuesday, June 3, through Thursday, June 5. With all proceeds benefitting Dana-Farber's lifesaving cancer research and care, attendees can sample all of the delicious ice cream and frozen treats while enjoying live entertainment, games, and more.
- WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon Presented by Arbella Insurance - The WEEI/NESN Jimmy Fund Radio-Telethon presented by Arbella Insurance returns to Fenway Park Monday, August 18, and Tuesday, August 19. Tune in to WEEI 93.7 FM and New England Sports Network (NESN) to hear stories of courage and hope from Dana-Farber Cancer Institute patients, doctors, nurses, supporters, and celebrity friends. All proceeds support lifesaving research and care at Dana-Farber and help the Jimmy Fund community strike out cancer.
- Jimmy Fund Day at Fenway presented by DraftKings - Help give Dana-Farber patients the chance of a lifetime to bat and field at Fenway Park on Saturday, September 20. By donating, fans can help send cancer patients to Fenway for this unforgettable experience, while supporting cancer care and research at Dana-Farber.
- Jimmy Fund Walk Presented by Hyundai - The Jimmy Fund Walk benefiting Dana-Farber will take place on Sunday, October 5. Participants can choose their distance from a 5K, 10K, half marathon or full marathon, with all routes finishing in Boston.
Please visit JimmyFund.org
