Burlington Nonprofit To Mark Anniversary With Softball Tournament

BURLINGTON, MA — The Burlington-based Mama Bear Effect nonprofit will celebrate its 10-year anniversary next month with a free community softball event.

Dubbed the Badges & Bases Softball Tournament, the event is set for 1 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 25 at the softball field behind the Burlington Human Services Building at 61 Center St. It will feature the Burlington Police Department and the Burlington Fire Department battling for a trophy and bragging rights.

The Mamma Bear Effect was founded by Adrianne Simeone with the mission to raise awareness and to educate for the prevention of child abuse, specifically child sexual abuse.

Organizers are looking to draw a large crowd at their upcoming event.

In the meantime, organizers are also promoting sponsorship opportunities for local businesses.

Sponsorship money will support ongoing efforts by the Mama Bear Effect to get pediatric exam room kits into local pediatrician offices, health clinics, urgent care centers and hospitals. These kits aim to help doctors and other health care professionals increase awareness of child sexual abuse while teaching parents how to discuss body safety with their children.

Those interested in learning more about a sponsorship should contact Jenna Lloyd by email at jenna@themamabeareffect.org or by phone at 781-718-7229.