Rangers’ efforts in local community recognized by MLB
The Allan H. Selig Award for Philanthropic Excellence is named for a former MLB commissioner, and it recognizes the team that goes above all others with philanthropy.
The Selig Award was given to the Rangers on Thursday for their longstanding Texas Rangers Richard Greene Scholars program. Over 22 years, the program, named after the former Arlington mayor, has given $1.2 million in college scholarships to 126 Arlington high school students. The program also serves as a leadership program in Arlington by engaging recipients with local civic and business communities.
“Major League Baseball congratulates the entire Texas Rangers organization for this well-deserved recognition of the Richard Greene Scholars program,” said Commissioner Rob Manfred. “This unique initiative distinguished itself for its emphasis on mentorship, career opportunities and close ties to the Arlington community. The investment into the future of Arlington high school students by the Rangers and local city leadership has resulted in notable professional and collegiate careers by the Scholars.”
Additionally, the Richard Greene Scholars participate in an internship program, mentored by leaders within the Arlington community. Scholars are placed in meaningful internships, consisting of six-week cycles at the following local organizations: the City of Arlington, Mission Arlington, the AISD administrative office, the Arlington Chamber of Commerce, the University of Texas-Arlington, the Living Science Center at River Legacy Parks and the Rangers.
“There is no higher honor than to be recognized for community service,” Rangers co-chairman Ray Davis said. “The mission of the Texas Rangers Foundation is ‘A Heart for Kids,’ and the Richard Greene Scholars program has epitomized that goal for more than 20 years.”
The Rangers have also lent a significant hand in the development of the MLB Urban Youth Academy in Dallas and have a number of other programs. They are also supportive of the Do It For Durrett Foundation, which has its annual event at Globe Life Park.
This story was originally published November 15, 2018 at 12:08 PM.
