BRUCE BOLT, a global leader of premium baseball and softball gear is pleased to announce today its partnership to support the nation’s largest autism research nonprofit, Autism Speaks along with Mississippi’s largest nonprofit provider of behavioral health, educational and social services, Canopy Children’s Solutions. As part of the initiative, BRUCE BOLT will contribute $1 to both nonprofit organizations for every glove sold on www.brucebolt.us between April 1 through April 7 with the hopes of making a positive impact in the lives of children and families affected by autism. Additionally, BRUCE BOLT will be running a Buy 1 Pair, Get 15% off the second pair promotion. The same donation amount will be contributed on each discounted pair as well. This initiative is part of BRUCE BOLT’s ongoing commitment to supporting families, mental health and social services.
2022 World Series champion Aledmys Díaz and Gold Glove award winner Corey Dickerson will join the initiative as brand ambassadors, donning mismatched gloves at all games during the month of April to
reinforce the importance of embracing differences.
Autism Speaks is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan. Since its founding in 2005, Autism Speaks has become one of the largest autism advocacy organizations in the world, with a focus on increasing understanding and acceptance, funding research and providing resources for those affected by autism.
Canopy Children’s Solutions provides a range of behavioral health, educational and social service solutions to children and families across Mississippi. Since 1912, the organization has developed into a leading provider of services for children and families in need.
“Being an ambassador for the Bolt Up to Autism initiative has allowed me to combine my love for baseball with a cause that’s near and dear to me and my family,” said Corey Dickerson. “My wife and I have seen firsthand the life-changing positive impact therapy has on those with autism, and with this initiative, we are able to make a difference in the lives of families in need of support.”
“As a parent of a child diagnosed with autism, I know how important early intervention is and what a longterm difference it can make,” said Aledmys Díaz. “I am proud to partner with Autism Speaks and Canopy
Children’s Solutions for the Bolt up to Autism initiative to make a positive impact on the lives of families across the nation. With every Bruce Bolt glove sold, we can thankfully provide families with critical services and support.”
“We are thrilled to partner with two amazing nonprofits that make a real difference in people’s lives,” said BRUCE BOLT Founder & CEO, Bear Mayer. “We believe that our business has a large responsibility to give back to communities beyond sports, and we are proud to partner with our BRUCE BOLT Pros, Aledmys Diaz and Corey Dickerson, to do our part.”
“Canopy has been committed to creating solutions for children and their families for more than 110 years. It is such an honor for us to partner with Corey Dickerson and Bruce Bolt to work to broaden the access to care for autism services in Mississippi where resources are so scarce,” said Dr. John Damon, Canopy Children’s Solutions CEO.
“Celebrating differences and the unique strengths of people with autism is essential to Autism Speaks’ mission of creating a more inclusive world. With the support of Bruce Bolt, we are fostering greater understanding, inclusion, and paving the way for all autistic individuals to reach their full potential,” said Kelli Seely, Chief Marketing Officer, Autism Speaks.
About BRUCE BOLT
BRUCE BOLT is a family owned and operated baseball company based in Austin, TX. The company was started in 2017 by Bear Mayer, a 16-year-old baseball player who wanted better batting gloves.
In just 5 years, BRUCE BOLT has become the “go to” batting glove brand for baseball and softball players including professionals Aledmys Diaz, Corey Dickerson, Harrison Bader, Brandon Nimmo
and Ian Happ. To learn more about BRUCE BOLT and their fight against Autism go to https://brucebolt.us/pages/bolt-up-for-autism
About Autism Speaks
Autism Speaks is dedicated to creating an inclusive world for all individuals with autism throughout their lifespan. We do this through advocacy, services, supports, research and innovation, and advances in care for autistic individuals and their families. To find resources, join an event or make a donation, go to www.AutismSpeaks.org. Learn more by following @AutismSpeaks on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and
LinkedIn.
About Canopy Children’s Solutions
Canopy Children’s Solutions is Mississippi’s largest and most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational and social service solutions. Founded in 1912, Canopy offers a full array of integrated, community-based services in all 82 counties as well as intensive campus-based and educational programming. For more information, please visit us on the web at www.mycanopy.org.