Community & Neighbors
Together with the Mets, the Amazin’ Mets Foundation is committed to supporting programs within the community that have a direct impact on New Yorkers in need. From addressing food insecurity to honoring our military and first responders, the Foundation’s support provides crucial services in a wide variety of ways to individuals and organizations throughout our community.
Since June 2021…
More than $6.7 million in grants have been distributed to organizations uplifting our community and neighbors.
Senior Smiles
Senior Smiles is an offseason event series focused on providing support, resources, and activities that bring joy to the older adults in our community. As part of the program, the Amazin’ Mets Foundation partner with various non-profit organizations and host interactive events at their centers. Since its launch, Mets Front Office staff have volunteered and hosted events such as bingo, fitness classes, meal delivery and service, holiday card making and an art course.
Since its inception, the Mets have partnered with Carter Burden Network, City Parks Foundation, Chinese American Planning Council, and Encore to host engaging events and activities for older adults in the Tri-State area.
To complement the program, the Amazin’ Mets Foundation has funded grants to local organizations that support and provide resources to low-income older adults.
Service Drives
Summer and MetsGiving Food Drives
The Mets partner with local nonprofit organizations to help collect non-perishable food items for underserved New Yorkers. Individuals who visit Citi Field with at least 10 non-perishable items receive one voucher redeemable for two tickets to select Monday – Thursday home games during the season. At past events, the Foundation has received help from Mets Owner and President of the Amazin’ Mets Foundation Alex Cohen, Mr. & Mrs. Met, the Mets Wives and Girlfriends, and manager Carlos Mendoza.
Winter Coat Drive
Each winter, the Mets team up with New York Cares to host the annual Winter Coat Drive at Citi Field—helping ensure New Yorkers in need stay warm during the coldest months of the year.
Beyond the annual drive, the Amazin’ Mets Foundation deepens its impact through support of New York Cares’ Coats Plus campaign, which provides both a new winter coat and ten meals for every $25 donation. Since 2021, the Foundation’s grant has helped deliver 2,000 new coats and 20,000 meals to New Yorkers facing hardship.
Because when temperatures drop, our commitment to community rises.
MetsGiving
The Amazin’ Mets Foundation funds and hosts various events throughout the holiday season to give back to those most in need during the winter months.
Turkey Giveaway
Each year, the Amazin’ Mets Foundation hosts a citywide Turkey Giveaway, providing thousands of turkeys to families in need across all five boroughs. Since 2021, the Foundation has donated over 25,000 turkeys to help ensure New Yorkers can celebrate the holiday season with a warm meal.
As part of the annual MetsGiving initiative, the Foundation partners with a network of community organizations to distribute turkeys and provide additional holiday support. Through these efforts, the Foundation continues its commitment to fighting food insecurity and supporting families across New York City.
Amazin’ Mets Foundation Holiday Dinner
The Amazin’ Mets Foundation, proudly supports local families by hosting annual holiday dinners at Sunnyside Community Services in Queens. These events offer a warm, festive experience for individuals and families facing hardship, creating a sense of joy, unity, and celebration. Volunteers, including front office staff, corporate partners, Mets players and families, and Mr. & Mrs. Met help serve meals to hundreds of attendees and distribute gifts to each child in attendance.
Annual Kids Holiday Party
Each year, the Mets host a Kids Holiday Party at Citi Field, welcoming students from local Title 1 schools in Queens to celebrate the season in a fun and festive atmosphere. Children enjoy a holiday lunch, play games with Mr. and Mrs. Met, perform a holiday song, and receive gifts from Santa and his elves.
Military & First Responders
The Mets work closely with first responders, branches of the military, and nonprofit organizations to honor and support those who have dedicated their lives to serving our city and country.
MetsVetDog
The Amazin’ Mets Foundation has awarded grants to various organizations to support military related causes and veteran service organizations, including America’s VetDogs – a service dog program that was created to provide enhanced mobility and renewed independence to veterans, active-duty service members and first responders with varying abilities, allowing them to once again live with pride and self-reliance. With Foundation funding, the Mets adopted the MetsVetDog, Buddy. Buddy completed his basic training during the 2025 season and entered formal training in May to become a service dog for a veteran or first responder in need.
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Military & Veterans Summit
The New York Mets invite transitioning service members, veterans, and their spouses to take part in an invaluable opportunity to help set them up for success with the next stage of their lives. The Military & Veterans Summit is an all-day event at Citi Field and contains a variety of resources that help with different aspects of transitioning into civilian life.
Military Softball Classic
Each year the Mets host the Military Softball Classic at Citi Field. This exciting event brings members of the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard together for a spirited round-robin softball tournament in the outfield at Citi Field.
9/11 Remembrance
The Mets have been committed to remembering and honoring the lives of those impacted on September 11, 2001. Every September, the organization continues their longstanding tradition of firehouse and precinct visits in honor of the anniversary of September 11.
The Amazin’ Mets Foundation have honored first responders and 9/11 focused organizations with grants to the following: Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation, the National September 11 Memorial and Museum at the World Trade Center, Tuesday’s Children, Answer the Call, the FDNY Foundation, and the New York City Police Foundation.
