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Hundreds Sleep At Citizens Bank Park To Raise Awareness About Homeless Youth In Philadelphia
"Homelessness is a near and dear philanthropy to my family; it didn't take a lot of convincing," said club owner John Middleton.
November 21, 2025
Philadelphia Phillies royalty gathered at Citizens Bank Park to help raise awareness and critical funds for homeless youth as part of Covenant's House National Sleep Out.
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"When these kids get out of foster homes, there is no place for them to go, and it's easy for us to come out here for one night, try multiplying that by 365 days," Former Phillies player and manager Larry Bowa said.
Covenant House provides shelter, care, and hope to young people, including more than 10,000 children in Philadelphia who have experienced homelessness in just the last school year. Sleep Out at the Ballpark came together through the partnership of two lifelong Phillies fans and club owner John Middleton.
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