Since 2006, the “Military Family Game” has been a tradition for the Dempster Family. Each season Ryan and Jenny invite family members of those serving in the military to a Cubs game at Wrigley Field to recognize these families for the sacrifices they make for our country. The “Military Family Game always takes place on [...]
Community Initiatives
Ryan participates in other community initiatives through the Chicago Cubs. During the 2010 season Ryan participated in the Cubs Caravan visiting Blaine Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School, the Waukegan School District and the USO of Illinois. Ryan also conducted a private pitching clinic for a group of four during prior to a game. He took the group through his daily workout routine and had the group pitch from the Cubs bullpen as Ryan gave tips. And before the start of a game, Ryan took time out to sign the Cubs Cookbook in the concourse of Wrigley Field. Proceeds of the book benefitted The Ryan and Jenny Family Foundation.
The R.B.I. Program
Ryan has supported the Chicago Cubs’ R.B.I. program initiative by sponsoring his own team since 2005. Nicknamed Dempster’s Dynasty, Ryan’s team participates in Major League Baseball’s signature youth outreach program, Reviving Baseball in Inner Cities (R.B.I.) program, designed to increase participation and interest in baseball especially among minorities, and to increase the number of talented athletes [...]
Dempster’s Dugout Ticket Program
“Dempster’s Dugout” is a charitable ticket program that benefits local social service agencies that assist low-income children. Through this program, Ryan and Jenny host over 500 children a year at select Chicago Cubs games.
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