In an exciting development, Edgar Martinez was called up as the hitting coach for the Seattle Mariners! As the Mariners’ schedule requires him to travel on our originally planned date of September 21, 2024, we have decided to reschedule the event!
Leaders will now take place on January 18, 2025. This change allows Edgar to fully support both the Mariners and Helping Hands, reflecting his deep passion for our community.
Join us on January 18th at McIntyre Hall for an impactful evening about Bold and Authentic Leadership. Our 4th Annual leadership event will showcase the dedication and determination of local leaders and community members coming together to support our neighbors’ basic needs.
This year will feature a social hour in the reception area of McIntyre Hall with hors d’oeuvres, followed by an engaging fireside chat in the theater, rather than a traditional sit-down dinner.
If you aren’t able to join us at Leaders 2024, you can still join in supporting Helping Hands Food Bank & Solutions Center with a one-time gift, or by becoming a monthly giving partner who provides access to nutritious food throughout Skagit County.
About Edgar Martinez
Edgar Martinez is both a baseball and Seattle legend. Starring as a Designated Hitter and third basemen, Martinez spent his entire career with the Mariners from 1987-2004. Edgar is seen as the best-designated hitter in Major League Baseball history, he is the Mariners’ all-time leader in batting average (.312), hits (2,247), doubles (514), walks (1,283), and games played (2,055).
A seven-time MLB All-Star, Martinez is one of only 18 MLB players to have a .300 batting average, .400 on-base percentage, and a .500 slugging percentage in 5,000+ plate appearances. In 2004, following his retirement, a portion of State Route 519 leading to T-Mobile Park was renamed Edgar Martinez Drive.
Away from the field, Martinez and his wife Holly (T-Mobile VP of Diversity & Inclusion), are involved in numerous philanthropic endeavors including The Edgar Martinez Endowment for Muscular Dystrophy at the Seattle Children’s Hospital. They also support organizations such as Make-A-Wish, Wishing Star, Big Brothers Big Sisters, Boys & Girls Clubs of America, and Mariners Care.
TICKETS
General Admission Tickets include a social hour in the reception area of McIntyre Hall, hors d’oeuvres, fun opportunities to give, and a seat to the fireside chat in the theater. The cost is $75.
Meet & Greet Tickets include a social hour in the VIP lounge with the opportunity to meet Edgar Martinez and take photos. The VIP lounge will offer heavy hors d’oeuvres and an open bar. Tickets include premium seats to the fireside chat in the McIntyre Hall theater. A limited number of tickets are available. The cost is $500.
Investment Opportunities Available!
As an investor, you impact local families, kids, veterans, and our unhoused community members through Food Distribution, CHOW, Solutions, Job Skills Training, and other programs. With 100% of funds raised at Leaders going directly to Helping Hands, we are committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of those in need.
Thank You, Robert & Rebecca Gates!
“A real community is one where people look out for each other, and help friends and neighbors facing challenges. Helping Hands offers daily proof that Skagit County is such a community, where every person is treated with respect and dignity. We are proud to be a part of it.” — Robert and Rebecca Gates
THANK YOU TO OUR INVESTORS
