FRESNO, Calif. (FOX26) — New York Yankees Captain Aaron Judge and his ALL RISE Foundation have announced the October 2025 Mini-Grant recipients, awarding $3,000 each to three organizations supporting youth and community development across the country.
The recipients are the Junior League of San Joaquin County in California, Bulldog Pantry in Fresno County, and Reach Out and Read in Bronx County, New York.
Each organization was selected for its alignment with the foundation’s mission to inspire children and youth to become responsible citizens and reach their full potential.
“These three organizations are developing leaders and good citizens, promoting literacy skills, teaching health and well-being, and serving their respective communities,” Judge said. “Because they align with the ALL RISE mission, I’m proud to champion their work and support their growth. It’s inspiring to see these programs empowering students to reach their full potential.”
The Junior League of San Joaquin County will use its grant to help produce Festivale, a prom-style event for 450 special needs students ages 18 to 22.
The event celebrates the resilience and determination of local students while helping them build life and vocational skills for independent living.
At Bulldog Pantry in Fresno, students operate a community food pantry that serves more than 400 families each month.
About 50 young volunteers help organize and distribute food, developing leadership and teamwork skills in the process.
The Mini-Grant will help cover about half the food costs for the year, most of which are purchased through the Central California Food Bank.
In New York, Reach Out and Read of Greater New York will use its funding to provide high-quality, diverse, and bilingual children’s books to underserved families in the Bronx.
The program integrates literacy development into pediatric care to support children’s cognitive growth and family bonding.
All proceeds donated to the Aaron Judge ALL RISE Mini-Grant program go directly to youth programs in San Joaquin County, Fresno County, and the Bronx.
The Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation promotes positive character development and supports programs that encourage academic excellence, resilience, and community leadership among youth.