making a difference
During our recent grant cycles, we honored programs including those providing support for children in foster care, youth experiencing terminal illness and teenagers experiencing food insecurity.
Our Emerging Leader scholarship program honors young students excelling in areas of leadership, education and community involvement. A scholarship is provided to one promoting 8th grader from each of the 33 Peoria Unified School District Elementary schools and one graduating senior from each of the 8 PUSD high schools.
Community contributions support back to school readiness, youth nourishment and youth athletics.
During the 2023-24 Giving Year, your donations supported 48 youth programs impacting thousands of children.
HAVE A BALL WHILE MAKING A DIFFERENCE
NOW SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR 2025 EVENTS AND SPRING TRAINING 2026
Our volunteers are at the heart of all we do. When the Peoria Diamond Club opened, in conjunction with the Peoria Sports Complex in 1994, we welcomed about 90 volunteers to help us with Spring Training. Today, over 350 volunteers step up to give their time, talent, experience, and heart, to help us accomplish our mission of supporting youth programs that educate and enrich children’s lives, while enhancing their futures.
We invite you to join our volunteer team to help us create more magic!
Click HERE for our volunteer page.
Apply for a Grant
The Peoria Diamond Club Grants Program provides awards, contributions and grants in various amounts to assist youth in developing educational, athletic, therapeutic and fine art goals through sponsored or directed activities or defined projects that are within the PDC’s mission and stated areas of interest. Please note, only local organizations seeking assistance for a youth based program will be considered for grant funding.
Upcoming Grant Deadline: October 15, 2025
A Note from Rebecca Wright, Executive Director
Stepping Up To The Plate!
As we usher in Spring Training 2025, the Peoria Diamond Club team is fully engaged in preparations for a successful season ahead.
We are thrilled to announce that an increasing number of community partners have joined our roster of sponsors, further strengthening our giving efforts.
We also want to express our gratitude for the generous contribution from Postino Peoria, which donated $1 from every bruschetta board sold during their opening month as part of their community partner giving program. This donation directly supports our mission to make a positive impact in the community.
Additionally, we have welcomed nearly 100 new volunteers, bringing our total volunteer base to over 400 dedicated individuals.
We were excited to reconnect with our returning volunteers and the opportunity to engage with them during volunteer orientations. Their ongoing commitment remains a cornerstone of our success.
As we swing into 2025 with the incredible support of our dedicated volunteers, sponsors, and community partners, we are certain to hit a grand slam. Together, we will continue to build on the foundation of service and giving that defines the Peoria Diamond Club, making a lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.
I am deeply grateful for the privilege of leading this remarkable team once again this year. Every day, I am inspired by the passion, generosity, and dedication of everyone involved with the PDC. It is an honor to work alongside such a committed group of individuals, and I look forward to all we will accomplish together in 2025.
Thank you for your unwavering support—here’s a high five to thriving in 2025!
All the best,
Rebecca Wright
Executive Director
