Give gear a second life on the field
Jacob’s Long Ball Mitzvah Project collects quality baseball equipment and delivers it to youth players who need it most — starting with Venezuela.
Meet Jacob
“Hi, I’m Jacob. For my Bar Mitzvah, I wanted to do something that connects my love for baseball with helping kids who don’t have access to gear. That’s how Long Ball started. Every glove, bat, and ball we collect goes directly to youth players in Venezuela who dream of playing but can’t afford the equipment. Your donation — big or small — can change a kid’s game.”
— Jacob, McLean, Virginia
On a mission to collect
1,000 items this year
Every glove, bat, and ball gets us closer to giving more kids a chance to play. Track our progress in real time.
How it works
Three simple steps from your garage to the field.
Register
Fill out our quick form so we can coordinate your pickup or shipping label.
Collect & Sort
We organize every item by size, type, and condition to match real player needs.
Deliver
Gear ships to youth programs through trusted local partners on the ground.
Ways to donate
Choose the method that fits your situation.
Equipment Pickup
Schedule a free local pickup if you’re in the McLean, VA area.
Prepaid Shipping Label
Request a prepaid label and mail your donation from anywhere in the U.S.
Monetary Donation
Contribute funds via the Arcadia Foundation to cover shipping and sorting costs.
Sponsor a Shipment
Fully sponsor a gear shipment to one youth team in need.
Scan & support in seconds
Every dollar covers shipping, sorting, and delivery costs so more gear reaches more kids. All monetary donations are processed securely through the Arcadia Foundation via PayPal.
What we accept
Clean, usable baseball equipment in good condition.
Balls & Bats
Baseballs, wooden & metal bats
Gloves & Gear
Fielding gloves, catcher’s gear, helmets
Cleats & Uniforms
Shoes, jerseys, pants, backpacks
Backed by organizations that care
We work alongside trusted partners to maximize the reach and impact of every donation.
Register as a donor
We’ll use your info to coordinate pickup, labels, or connect you with the right donation channel.
Fast coordination
We’ll match your location and gear to the best logistics route.
Confirmation email
You’ll receive a confirmation and next steps within 48 hours.
Real impact tracking
Follow where your gear ends up through our Updates page.
Frequently asked
Quick answers for donors.
Who receives the donated items?
Youth baseball players and community programs in Venezuela. Nicaragua is next on our list.
Do I get a confirmation?
Yes — you’ll get an on-screen confirmation immediately and a follow-up email within 48 hours.
Can I donate if I’m not local?
Absolutely. Request a prepaid shipping label, or sponsor shipping directly through the Arcadia Foundation.
What condition should the gear be in?
Clean and usable. We can’t accept broken or heavily damaged items, but normal wear is perfectly fine.