Horton’s Kids Hits a Grand Slam at Nats Park

Published on July 16, 2024

WASHINGTON—Volunteers, philanthropists, and families gathered on July 10 at Nationals Park to celebrate the 16th Homeruns for Horton’s Kids. The event benefits a community outreach group that works primarily with underprivileged youth in southeast D.C. “We’ve served thousands of kids and families, academic and youth development, health and wellness programs, and community foundation programs and we’re hoping to be able to continue,” said the program’s executive director, Erica Ahdoot. Families were treated to free stadium food and sweet treats, as well as face painting, puppy petting, and games on the home field of Major League Baseball’s Washington Nationals. The annual charity event has raised over $6 million to date; corporate sponsors include Microsoft and H&R Block....

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