Curtis Granderson Foundation

Founded in 2007, the Curtis Granderson Foundation connects Chicago youth to education and athletic opportunities and overall health and wellness initiatives.

[Curtis Granderson @cgrand3]

Not every pitch you get is a good one to hit. The best hitters find a way to make the most of the ones that aren’t perfect.

After the game, I asked Teoscar Hernández about his approach at the plate and how he handles pitches that aren’t middle-middle. His answer says it all.

[Curtis Granderson @cgrand3]

Had a blast at the Brickyard 400 yesterday. First time at a big track NASCAR race. Loud, fast, and grateful I got to take it all in. Big thanks to @tntsports and shoutout to @NASCAR . Much respect to @BubbaWallace the first Black driver to win at Indy. A moment to remember.

[104.3 The Score @thescorechicago]

.@leilarahimi & @Russ_Dorsey1 are joined by @cgrand3 to discuss:

⚾️ The #Cubs and all things #MLB

⚾️ The @CBEA_UIC National Sports Collectors Convention

🎧 https://t.co/6JOLSzma18
💻 https://t.co/gmrgjmKkJH

[The National Sports Collectors Convention Inc. @nsccshow]

🌟 Inspiring the next generation of collectors! 🌟

The National is proud to launch our Youth Collector Clubs Initiative — empowering young hobbyists through education, community, and the excitement of collecting!

We're thrilled to partner with @PristineAuction and @CBEA_UIC (Curtis Granderson’s Chicago Baseball and Educational Academy) to make this vision a reality.

Together, we’re building the future of the hobby — one young collector at a time. 🙌💥

#TheNational2025 #SportsCollectors #CardCollector #whodyoucollect #thehobby #sportscards #nscc25 #thenational #the45thnational #chicagonational #itscooltocollect #nsccroadtothenational

[Curtis Granderson @cgrand3]

Just a few portraits snapped at the @MLBPA x @PlayersTribune Players Party last night. Appreciate the vibes and good energy all around

[Heisman @HeismanTrophy]

Today we highlight the work of @cgrand3, our 2021 Heisman Humanitarian. Through @CGFNonprofit, Curtis has empowered thousands of kids with education, fitness, and nutrition programs, perfectly embodying the Heisman Trust’s mission to support youth and amateur sports.

From donating over 35 million meals, to hosting many baseball camps for children, Curtis shows how leadership in sports drives community impact. ⚾️🙌

#HeismanHumanitarian

[CBEA @CBEA_UIC]

Juneteenth marks freedom and reminds us of the Black athletes who changed the game. From the Negro Leagues to MLB legends like Jackie Robinson, we honor their legacy by building future leaders through baseball and education. ✊🏾⚾ #Juneteenth #CBEA

[CBEA @CBEA_UIC]

Kicked things off the right way! CBEA’s own threw the first pitch at UIC’s Varsity Baseball game on Friday — huge shoutout to @UIC_Baseball

#CBEA #FirstPitch #UICFlames

[CBEA @CBEA_UIC]

Happy Birthday to the Grandyman! 🎉⚾

A 3x All-Star & Roberto Clemente Award winner, Curtis Granderson’s impact goes beyond baseball. Through CBEA & his foundation, he’s helped thousands of kids with education, mentorship & access to the game.

#CurtisGranderson #CBEA

[Curtis Granderson @cgrand3]

Honored to receive the Outstanding Achievement in Sportsmanship Award during #BlackHistoryMonth!

Baseball has given me so much, and I’m committed to using this platform to uplift others—through Grand Kids Foundation, education, and growing the game worldwide.

[Curtis Granderson @cgrand3]

Black History Month is a time to honor Black contributions to baseball.

Night games, batting helmets, shin guards—thank the Negro Leagues for them all.

Let’s keep sharing these stories. #BlackHistoryMonth #NegroLeagues #BaseballHistory

[Curtis Granderson @cgrand3]

Honored to receive the Outstanding Achievement in Sportsmanship award at Treasurer Michael Frerichs’ 2025 Chicago Black History Month Celebration. Grateful to be part of a community using sports to uplift others. Appreciate @ILTreasurer for the recognition!

#BlackHistoryMonth

[Curtis Granderson Foundation @CGFNonprofit]

Happy holidays, we'll see you in 2025!

#cbea #grandyman #holidays #2025 #mlb #chicago

[Curtis Granderson @cgrand3]

$167,845 raised in November 🙌

@KelvinBeachumJr and I teamed up with all of YOU to make an impact through #GrandGiving and #LetsFeedAZ. Every dollar raised went direct to our food bank partners to tackle food insecurity from IL to AZ.

Thank you for your generous support!

[Curtis Granderson Foundation @CGFNonprofit]

$160,700 Raised for Grand Giving! 🙌

A huge thank you to @MarianosMarket for their incredible support throughout the Grand Giving campaign, and to our amazing partners at the Greater Chicago Food Depository and Northern Illinois Food Bank

To everyone who contributed, thank you!

[Curtis Granderson Foundation @CGFNonprofit]

It’s Giving Tuesday!

Join the movement of generosity by supporting Grand Giving, to fight food insecurity and uplift communities

💻 Donate today at https://t.co/OOa2BmHv6f and help us provide meals and hope to families in need

#GivingTuesday #GrandGiving #MakeAnImpact

[Curtis Granderson Foundation @CGFNonprofit]

Thank you, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois for your generous $5K donation to support Grand Giving! 💙 Excited to continue making an impact together in 2025.

Learn more: https://t.co/OOa2BmHv6f

#GrandGiving #CommunitySupport #BlueImpact #BCBSIL @BCBSIL

[Curtis Granderson Foundation @CGFNonprofit]

Thank you, Blue Cross Blue Shield for your generous $5K donation to support Grand Giving! 💙 Excited to continue making an impact together in 2025.

Learn more: https://t.co/OOa2BmHv6f #GrandGiving #CommunitySupport #BCBS

[University of Illinois Chicago @thisisUIC]

10 years, 100K visits and countless lives impacted ❤️ The UIC Pop-Up Pantry celebrates a decade of combating food security and fueling student success, one meal at a time.
Read more https://t.co/BW0nG8eMal
#UICPopUpPantry #GrandGiving #ThisIsUIC

[Curtis Granderson @cgrand3]

Congrats to UIC and the Pop-Up Pantry on their 10th anniversary!

As a proud alum of UIC, I'm excited to drive awareness and support for the pantry through my Grand Giving food insecurity initiative

Full article below:
https://t.co/Wz8QyJJg3M