Emerge Honored as Community All-Star

Emerge Honored as Community All-Star

MLB team honors Emerge for 'rekindling hope for recovery in the Miami Valley'

DAYTON — Becoming a "Community All-Star" in this region means going "above and beyond" in service to the community.

According to officials of the Dayton Dragons Minor League Baseball Team, Emerge Recovery & Trade Initiative is one such organization. Community leaders working for Emerge were honored here Thursday evening at a game where members of the community joined supporters and partners of the local nonprofit at the Day Air Ball Park for an evening filled with fun, festivities, food, and baseball.

A Night at the Ballpark

Day Air Ball Park is located in the heart of the Water Street District. The Dragons are the Midwest League affiliate of the Cincinnati Reds.

Throughout the Thursday, August 8th game against the Lake County Captains, Emerge board members, founders and leadership team as well as community advocates were treated to viewing the game from the Boost Engagement Suite. Additionally, Emerge staff and their families, current residents and alumni, and other supporters attended the game throughout the stadium. The evening was a huge success for Emerge.

The Dragons, who have a record of 57 wins and 48 losses this season, won the game against the Captains 4-2.

Community Support

"It was fantastic to enjoy a Dragons game with the Emerge team and their partners. Emerge is a true gem in our community."

— Cassie Barlow, Emerge Supporter

"It is always great to attend a Dayton Dragons game. It is special when the weather is perfect and the Dragons are celebrating their support of our community and shining a spotlight on one of the nonprofit organizations that serve our community. Emerge is investing in rebuilding lives by providing the necessary services and tools for recovery. Emerge and the United Way work together to rebuild not only individuals but families which improves our neighborhoods and build a stronger region that benefits all of us."

— Holly Wiggins, United Way of the Greater Dayton Area