Mariners-Nikon Social Responsibility Program

Since 1977, the Seattle Mariners have carved out a fan base as unique as the Pacific Northwest itself. Fans from as far away as Alaska, Hawaii, and Japan come to Safeco Field to watch their favorite team "play ball." The Mariners experience is for everyone, from youngsters at their first game to baseball historians. Game time at Safeco Field means coming together as a team cheering every diving catch, spectacular double play, and long home run.

Nikon, a global company known for its wide range of optical products such as cameras, binoculars, and industrial precision equipment, understands that not every Mariners fan has the chance to enjoy a day at the ballpark. As a result, in partnership with the Mariners, this season Nikon will provide selected Puget Sound area elementary schools and middle schools with special opportunities in order to a make a positive contribution in harmony with society.

If your school would like to participate in the Mariners-Nikon Social Responsibility Program, please submit a formal letter of request on letterhead to: Seattle Mariners, c/o Mariners-Nikon Social Responsibility Program, P.O. Box 4100, Seattle, WA 98194.

Equipment Donation Program
Taking place at six games this season, selected Puget Sound area schools will receive a brand-new Nikon digital camera. Up to eight student representatives from each school will have the opportunity to have a photo taken with a Mariners player during a pre-game, on-field ceremony.

Scheduled Dates:
April 13 vs. LAA
May 18 vs. SD
June 1 vs. DET
July 22 vs. BOS
Aug. 10 vs. TB
Sep. 6 vs. NYY

Invitation to Safeco Field Program
With the support of Nikon, up to 50 children from selected Puget Sound area school will receive tickets to one of 13 Mariners home games during the 2008 season.

Scheduled Dates:
April 26 & 27 vs. OAK
May 10 & 11 vs. CWS
June 14 & 15 vs. WAS
July 5 & 6 vs. DET
Aug. 22-24 vs. OAK
Sep. 27 & 28 vs. OAK

Event Reports:

First Equipment Donation
On April 13, representatives from Woodside Elementary School in Everett, WA were invited to watch a Mariners home game. During a pre-game ceremony, Mariners pitcher, Mark Lowe, presented Mr. Wayne Kettler, Principal and Mr. Wayne Thomasson, 5th grade teacher & Student Council Advisor along with 7 members of the Student Council at Woodside with Nikon digital camera COOLPIX. When asked about how she felt, one student exclaimed, "It was AWESOME!"

First Invitation to Safeco Field
On April 26 and 27, children from Crescent Harbor Elementary School in Oak Harbor, WA were invited to watch a Mariners home game. The students and faculty enjoyed watching the Mariners play the Oakland As.

Second Invitation to Safeco Field
On May 10and 11, children from Mill Creek Elementary School in Everett, WA were invited to watch a Mariners home game. The students and faculty enjoyed watching the Mariners play the Chicago White Sox.

Second Equipment Donation
On May 18, representatives from Horizon Elementary School in Kent, WA. were invited to watch a Mariners home game. During a pre-game ceremony, Mariners catcher, Jamie Burke, presented Melanie Strey, Principal and student representatives of Horizon Elementary School with Nikon digital camera COOLPIX. Ms. Strey said the 5th and 6th grade classes will use the cameras to create slide shows. They were excited to be at Safeco Field on such a beautiful day.

Third Equipment Donation
On Sunday, June 1, representatives from Soos Creek Elementary School in Kent, WA were invited to watch a Mariners home game. During a pre-game ceremony, Mariners pitcher, Ryan Rowland-Smith, presented Mr. Mark Friden, Teacher along with student representatives of Soos Creek Elementary with Nikon digital camera COOLPIX. Students and teachers will be able get photos of the events throughout the year for their yearbook and slide show.

Third Invitation to Safeco Field
On June 14 and 15 children from Horizon Elementary School in Kent, WA and Meridian Middle School in Kent, WA were invited to watch a Mariners home game. The students and faculty enjoyed watching the Mariners play the Washington Nationals.