Many families have been involved in Grant Beach Sports League, and the Brazeals are a great example.
Chris Brazeal coaches baseball and his son, Jacob was a player from kindergarten until he aged out. Now Jacob is working to complete his Eagle Scout project. He loves sports and has memories of playing baseball at Grant Beach Park. He decided the field, the dugout and the bleachers needed some upgrades and attention so that became his project.
Thanks to the possibility of more funding through Grant Beach Neighborhood Association and the Neighborhood Works grant, Jacob’s initial proposal has grown beyond the ball field and bleachers to include additional upgrades in the park. While it is still only in the application stage, GBNA is happy to support Jacob and hope that as much of his proposal as possible will be completed by next summer when Grant Beach Sports League celebrates 10 years of baseball. This is what Jacob had to say about his project, in his own words.
“I have been working hard on my Eagle Scout project where I will revitalize the baseball field at Grant Beach Park. I am estimating this project to cost around $20,000. I am planning a large event to be held in July to help raise funds. Part of this event will include a silent auction. I have been trying to contact companies for donations, but I was hoping some of you may own businesses or know people who do who might be willing to donate items for this project. I would appreciate everyone’s help, please let me know if you have any ideas.”
Mark your calendar for 10 a.m.-1 p.m. July 7, when Jacob will be holding a fundraiser at Grant Beach Park. If you can help Jacob with his fundraising efforts or know someone who can, you can reach him at jbrazeal91@gmail.com or follow the event on Facebook.