activities · 5
what they do
direct service · 2
- Hosting and Broadcasting Little League World Series TournamentsCovers housing, travel, and accommodations for all teams competing at its seven World Series tournaments with an annual investment of approximately $12.5 million, and broadcasts over 340 games on ESPN Platforms, including all 22 games of the Little League Softball World Series.
- Operating Youth Baseball and Softball Programs Youth Baseball/Softball Player Evaluations and RegistrationProvides a League Finder tool to help individuals locate nearby Little League programs and offers an official rulebook app containing regulations, playing rules, and operating policies for all divisions of play.
capacity building · 3
- Internship Program Structured Internship Programs with Hands-On Nonprofit ExperienceOffers a semester-long internship program for college students focused on hands-on learning related to a major sporting event.
- Supporting Local League Operations Baseball Field Development & Youth ExchangeProvides $5,000 grants to local leagues of selected coaches to support their needs and initiatives, and engages over one million volunteers worldwide to support local Little League programs.
- Volunteer Recognition and Development Women's Civic Leadership and Volunteer TrainingRecognizes volunteers through the Little League Community Hero program during National Volunteer Week and conducts interviews with female District Administrators to share volunteer experiences, challenges, and advice.
strategies · 5
how they think
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- Expanding community-based youth sports programs community_program_expansionThe organization encourages communities to establish new Little League programs or integrate existing youth baseball or softball programs into its structure, and promotes program growth by supporting the addition of various divisions and opportunities for teenagers, thereby broadening participation and access to organized youth sports.
- Fostering an inclusive organizational culture inclusive_cultureThe organization prioritizes inclusion by providing equitable opportunities, access, and respect for individual differences and perspectives as a core part of its organizational culture, ensuring all participants feel valued and have equal chances to engage.
- Leveraging a decentralized volunteer leadership network decentralized_volunteer_leadership_networkThe organization relies on District Administrators to serve as the primary link between local leagues and Little League International, providing essential guidance, disseminating updates, rules, and deadlines to ensure consistent and positive experiences for participants across all programs.
- Promoting positive youth development through sports and trained volunteer leadership positive_youth_development_through_sportsThe organization recognizes coaches who demonstrate positive leadership and sportsmanship, requiring them to complete specific training and certifications (like the Diamond Leader Training) and pass background checks, to ensure they serve as role models who inspire youth development both on and off the field while maintaining child protection and safety standards.
- Utilizing a volunteer-driven community model volunteer-driven_community_modelThe organization delivers its programs by relying on a volunteer-driven community model, which is supported by recognizing volunteers who contribute to both Little League programs and broader community improvement, thereby fostering local engagement and sustainability.
named programs · 6
what they call their work
Challenger Division
Adapted baseball program for children and young adults with physical and intellectual disabilities
Coach of the Year Award
Recognition program honoring outstanding Little League coaches with a $5,000 grant to their local league
Diamond Leader Training
Coaching certification program focused on leadership, safety, and positive youth development
Little League Baseball World Series
Annual international youth baseball tournament in Williamsport, PA, featuring regional and international champions
Little League Softball World Series
Annual international youth softball tournament featuring 22 games broadcast on ESPN platforms
Pitch, Hit & Run
Free skill development competition for youth ages 7–14 held during local league seasons
relationships · 30
who they work with
- A.D. STARR Partner — Supplier of the Official Ball of the Little League World Series.
- ARM & HAMMER Partner — Partner brand offering household products in support of Little League.
- Beef Partner — Provides recipes and meal ideas for families and teams through a nutrition partnership.
- Capital One Partner — Official Bank and Credit Card Partner of Little League Baseball and Softball.
- DICK’S Sporting Goods Partner — Presents the Little League Softball World Series.
- Dick's Sporting Goods Partner — Official Sporting Goods Retailer of Little League Baseball & Softball.
- Disney Cruise Line Partner — Offers vacation promotions for Little League families.
- ESPN Partner — Broadcasts over 340 Little League games, including the Little League Softball World Series, on its platforms.
- Easton Partner — Official sponsor providing baseball and softball gear.
- GameChanger Partner — Provides scorekeeping, stats, pitch counts, video streaming, and team management tools for Little League.
- Gatorade Partner — Provides nutrition tips and resources for young athletes.
- IHOP Partner — Offers family meal promotions in support of Little League teams.
- Little League International Government — Primary governing and support body that District Administrators connect with to share updates and guidance.
- MLB Partner — Collaborates on the Pitch, Hit & Run program for youth players.
- Musco Partner — Provides lighting solutions for Little League fields.
- NatureSweet Partner — Provides recipes and nutritional support for Little League families.
- New York Life Partner — Offers Golden Futures awards for children ages 5-16 through a partnership with Little League.
- New York Life Partner — Presenting sponsor of the Little League Community Hero recognition program.
- New York Life Partner — Presents the Community Heroes recognition program in partnership with Little League.
- OFF! Partner — Provides insect repellent products for outdoor Little League games.
- OxiClean Partner — Partner brand offering cleaning products in support of Little League.
- Positive Coaching Alliance Partner — Collaborates with Little League to support the Coach of the Year Award, including joint recognition and participation in the judging panel.
- ShopLittleLeague.org Partner — Official online store offering merchandise with free shipping on orders over $50.
- T-Mobile Partner — Presents the Little League Baseball World Series.
- T-Mobile Partner — Supports Little League teams and communities as an official sponsor.
- Topps Partner — Produces collectible baseball cards in partnership with Little League.
- Travel Guard Partner — Provides annual travel insurance plans for Little League families.
- Uncrustables Partner — Food sponsor providing sandwiches promoted during the Little League World Series.
- University of Pittsburgh Partner — Reilly Barnes graduated from the University of Pittsburgh with a degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, and Business Analytics.
- adidas Partner — Provides athletic footwear and apparel for Little League players.