Dear Friends, It is with mixed emotions that I bid farewell and announce my retirement from the Florida Marlins on July 15, 2010. This year marks my 14th season with the team and I have only missed 11 home games! I will depart with two World Series rings, but most importantly with wonderful friendships and memories of a sport that I truly love. It has been an honor to serve South Florida through the Community Affairs/Outreach Department and the Marlins Community Foundation. We have been able to make a positive impact where we work and play through the support and generosity of our players, coaches, front office staff and most importantly you. Now, I’m looking forward to attending the baseball games and this time I will be able to keep score! The Padres series will wrap up my final homestand and I hope you will join me at the Fantasy Auction on June 25th to celebrate and reminisce! Thank you for all the special moments, the great memories, the games, the opportunity to serve our community and for being a part of my life. I hope to see you at the games. Go Marlins! Warm regards,

Nancy J. Olson

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VOLUME 10 EDITION 3

MAY-JUNE 2010

UPCOMING EVENTS 2

GIVING BACK 3

RECENT EVENTS 4

MARLINS IN THE COMMUNITY 5

CHARITY HIGHLIGHTS 6

DONOR NOTES 7

CONTEST 8

MARLINS OPENING DAY

In 2006 the Marlins became the first

team in MLB history to start six rookies on Opening Day. Hanley Ramirez was amongst the Marlins who highlighted

that rookie class. Hanley ranked first in several rookie stat categories and was

named the 2006 National League Rookie of the Year.

“A life is not important except in the impact it has on other lives.”

--Jackie Robinson

MLB AND PEOPLE MAGAZINE "ALL-STARS AMONG US" NATIONAL CAMPAIGN HONORS EVERYDAY HEROES

WHO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE COMMUNITY

Major League Baseball and PEOPLE Magazine "All-Stars Among Us” Campaign recognizes individuals who are serving their communities in extraordinary ways. A total of 30 everyday All-Stars, one from each MLB Club, will attend and be honored throughout 2010 MLB All-Star Week.

Fans are encouraged to visit www.peopleallstars.com through May 14 to nominate themselves or other community "All-Stars" who are "going beyond" in extraordinary ways. Three finalists per Club will be announced and you can vote online from May 31 - June 20 for one winner among these finalists to represent each Club at the 2010 MLB All-Star Game, the premiere sporting event of the summer. All 30 winners will be included in the All-Star Week festivities in Anaheim, CA and will be on the field during the All-Star Game pre-game ceremony on July 13 on FOX. One winning "All-Star Among Us" will be featured in PEOPLE editorial the week of the MLB All-Star Game. For the last 35 years, PEOPLE has told stories of everyday 'heroes' whose acts of courage, commitment, strength and compassion are changing the lives of others. The "All-Stars Among Us" Campaign will extend the PEOPLE "Heroes Among Us" franchise and will be a fully integrated online contest. To learn more about the 2010 All-Star Summer, visit www.AllStarGame.com. For more information about PEOPLE Magazine visit www.people.com.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BIDS

FAREWELL

The Florida Marlins, in partnership

with the Humane Society of Greater

Miami/Adopt-A-Pet and Humane

Society of Broward County, invite

dog lovers to bring their dogs to the

ballpark. To purchase tickets

please call the Humane Society of

Greater Miami at (305) 749-1833 or

the Humane Society of Broward

County at (954) 266-6816. Tickets

are $12 for adults and $6 for kids

and dogs. All dog ticket purchases

will benefit the Miami and Broward Humane Societies.

Season Ticket Holders who wish to participate can join the rest of the

gang in the Upper Deck and must purchase a dog ticket by calling the

Humane Society in advance or at Gate B on game day.

Tickets are general admission in the Upper Deck, sections 401-404,

for all dogs and their owners; entrance and exit to the stadium is

through Gate B only.

BARK AT THE PARK Friday, April 30 Marlins vs. Nationals

Join the Marlins Community Foundation for

ALS Awareness Day and help us raise dollars

to fight Lou Gehrig’s disease. The Marlins will

recognize Lou Gehrig’s “Luckiest Man Alive

Speech” during the pre-game ceremonies to

honor and continue Baseball’s long-standing

commitment to ALS awareness. A ticket price

of $50 includes a Club Level C “All You Can

Eat” seat. The menu items include hot dogs,

nachos, popcorn, peanuts, and fountain soda

and will be available from the time gates open

until two hours after the scheduled first pitch

time.

Come out to the Strike Zone at Gate H before the game to enjoy

Family Sunday activities like Snapshot Sunday for a photo with a

Marlins player, a visit from Billy the Marlin and the Mermaids, Music,

Games and activities from Radio Disney AM 990. After the game all

kids 12 and under can run the bases on the field in the Diamond

Dash. For more information, please Contact the Foundation at

fmcf@marlins.com or (305) 623-6497.

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12TH ANNUAL DOLLARS AND STRIKES Friday, May 14 Marlins vs. Mets

The Marlins Community

Foundation will host the

12th Annual “Dollars and

Strikes” Night to benefit

the Boys and Girls

Clubs of Broward while the Marlins take on the

New York Mets. Each adult ticket purchased allows two children to

enjoy America's favorite past time... for many, it will be the first time

they attend a Major League Baseball game! Your support of this

event includes Club Level C “All You Can Eat” seats. Menu items

include hot dogs, nachos, popcorn, peanuts, and fountain soda and

will be available from the time gates open until two hours after the

scheduled first pitch time. Tickets are $50 each and Sponsorships

start at $1,000. Contact Matt Organ with the Boys and Girls Clubs of

Broward at (954) 537-1010 for more information.

Don’t miss the pre-game ceremonies when the Marlins Community

Foundation will make a check presentation for $10,000 to the Boys

and Girls Clubs of Broward and the Youth of the Year will throw out

an honorary first pitch.

The Fox Sports Florida Fantasy

Auction, presented by Tommy

Bahama will feature a special

On-Air Auction giving viewers

the opportunity to bid on items

featuring once-in-a-lifetime

experiences. The Pledge Packs

are also back by popular demand and will include a Josh Johnson

autographed ball, a Tommy Bahama beach towel and much more!

Fans can participate by tuning into Fox Sports Florida with Tommy

Hutton and Rich Waltz on June 25 or you can join the action live at

Sun Life Stadium in Section 138 with Craig Minervini. Tickets are

$50 and include VIP Party, photo opportunity with a Marlins player,

game ticket and a ballpark style buffet dinner.

"Our goal is to surpass last year’s total of $85,000 and continue to

support many deserving organizations throughout South Florida,"

said Nancy Olson, Executive Director of the Marlins Community

Foundation.

For more information visit www.marlins.com/fantasy, email

fmcf@marlins.com or call (305) 623-6497.

FOX SPORTS FLORIDA FANTASY AUCTION Friday, June 25 Marlins vs. Padres

ALS AWARENESS DAY Sunday, May 16

Marlins vs. Mets

RECENT GRANT RECIPIENTS

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MARLINS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AWARDS OVER $65,000 IN FIRST QUARTER GRANTS AND CONTRIBUTIONS

South Florida non-profits are invited to apply for a grant from the Florida Marlins Community Foundation. Our next dead-line for submission is July 31, 2010. Grants are judged on how the proposal relates to one or more of our Cornerstones: education, the arts and baseball or softball. In order to receive an application and instructions, email grants@marlins.com. For more information on how to apply and view photographs of former recipients visit www.marlins.com/grants.

The Florida Marlins Community Foundation raises funds for Cornerstones for Kids…Building a Brighter Future through Education, the Arts and Baseball. Since its inception, FMCF has given back over $6.5 million to the South Florida Community. The charitable purpose of the Florida Marlins Community Foundation, a public charity, is for educational, athletic, health, social and community service programs with a particular focus on South Florida’s youth.

ALS Association Florida Chapter American Red Cross of Greater Miami and the Keys AMIkids Space Coast Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County Brewers Charities Broward County Athletic Association, Dillard High School Broward Education Foundation Broward Public Library Foundation City of Miami Gardens Parks and Recreation Communities in Schools of Miami, Inc. Coral Springs High School Band Boosters Creative Children Therapy Davie Youth LaCrosse Foundation Dorsey River-Bend Revitalization Council FICPA Educational Foundation Florida Atlantic University Foundation Florida International University Foundation

For Alumni by Alumni Girl Scouts of Broward Give a Smile to a Child Foundation Greater Miami Youth Symphony Harvard University Helping Hands of Harbour Towne, Inc. Historical Association of Southern Florida Jose Marti Middle School Junior Achievement of South Florida Justice For All in Broward, Inc. Kiwanis Club of Little Havana Lincoln Elementary School Make-A-Wish Foundation of Southern Florida Mater Academy East High School Miami Stingrays NFL Alumni Association - South Florida Chapter North Dade Center Office of Parents, Business and Community

Partnerships-Broward County Palm Beach County Sports Institute Pro Ball Baseball Academy School Board of Broward County Seraphic Fire SHAPE South Florida Baseball Dreamers South Miami Youth Baseball League St. Thomas University The Chiera Family Foundation The Education Fund The Holiness Church of Florida, Inc. The Jackie Robinson Foundation Therapy Dogs of South Florida United Negro College Fund University of Miami University of Miami Department of Physical Therapy Women of Tomorrow

The Marlins Community Foundation offers grants to local charities and rewards gifts on a quarterly basis that fit within the Cornerstones for Kids Programs…Building a Brighter Future through Education, the Arts and Baseball.

CONGRATULATIONS TO ALL RECIPIENTS!

Miami Stingrays 10 and Under Fast Pitch

Softball team.

Greater Miami Youth Symphony

students dur-ing instrument

instruction.

The Marlins Spring Training Youth Baseball Clinic was held on Sunday, March 14th after the Marlins vs. Mets game at Roger Dean Stadium. The sold-out event featured an unforgettable experience for 100 children and families. The kids learned from the pros about the fundamentals of baseball including pitching, hitting, fielding and base-running. A warm thanks to Jim Presley, Batting Coach; Chris Volstad, Pitcher; Brett Carroll, Outfielder; and Gaby Sanchez, Infielder for volunteering their time to teach the clinic. The highly anticipated Party with the Foundation took place on Sunday, March 21 on the Party Deck at Roger Dean Stadium. The event offered a chance to bid on auctions, win raffle prizes, enjoy a buffet and help raise funds for the Florida State League scholarship program. Tim Wood and Brian Sanches participated in a Q & A session for Party guests. The 2nd Annual Basebowl Tournament, co-chaired by outfielders Cameron Maybin and Brett Carroll was held on Saturday, March 27 at Jupiter Lanes. The event featured the first-ever Charity Challenge where the Marlins Foundation donated $1,000 to the winning team’s charity of choice. The 25 participating teams bowled for their favorite charity while enjoying food and refreshments. This year’s winning team was JJ Muggs and their charity of choice was Give a Smile to a Child Foundation, an organization meant to provide aid, assistance, facilities, educational opportunities and support to children and families in need. “We are proud of the work we accomplished during Spring Training and we couldn’t have done it without South Florida’s support,” said Nancy Olson, Executive Director. “Several worthy charities took home special donations to further their cause and we are happy to be a part of that.” Other charities benefiting from the funds raised during Spring Training include Women of Tomorrow, the Palm Beach County Sports Institute, and the Florida State League Scholarship Program.

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MARLINS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION HOSTED KIDS CLINIC, PARTY WITH THE FOUNDATION AND

2ND ANNUAL BASEBOWL TOURNAMENT DURING SPRING TRAINING

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MARLINS FRONT OFFICE STAFF JOIN HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF GREATER MIAMI

TO HELP BUILD FAMILY HOMES

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Marlins Ayudan is a collaborative front office volunteer program that provides permanent enhancements to our community. Through Marlins Ayudan, front office members volunteer thousands of hours to help build a brighter future for South Florida. The three-tier program engages front office members via organizational events, team events and individual volunteer opportunities. It is our hope that our employees find a cause they are passionate about and begin a lifetime of volunteerism. Members included David Samson, Andre “The Hawk” Dawson, John Anderson, Judy Cavanagh, Jennifer Diliz, Karl Heard, Alfred Hernandez, Orestes Hernandez, Adrian Mora, Alex Morin, Dan Noffsinger, Dianette Oliva, Daniel Perez-Vining, Angela Smith and Billy The Marlin.

What does AYUDAN mean?

AYUDAN Pronunciation: [ah-yoo-dan’] Main Entry: ayuda Function: feminine noun Language: Spanish 1 : help, assistance

This month we highlight Renee Rozlog who has volunteered since 2000 and just happens to be one of Nancy Olson’s sisters. Baseball is a family game and volunteering for the Marlins has given Renee and Nancy an opportunity to share time together while helping the community. Here is what Renee, a former Rose Hicks Volunteer of the Year, had to say about the experience: “I have enjoyed volunteering for the Florida Marlins Community Foundation for the past 10 years. I started selling raffle tickets and went to running the Super Saturday Raffle. I have met so many great fans and staff. They feel like part of our family! Volunteering has given me the great pleasure of knowing that we are helping kids plus I get to spend quality time with my sister.” The Olson family: Nancy, Bob, Renee and Anita at the 2008 Awards Dinner.

The Marlins Community Foundation welcomes NuPress of Miami, the official printer of the Foundation. NuPress joined the Marlins Foundation soon after attending the Marlins Awards Dinner during Caravan for Earth Week. Their involvement with the Foundation signifies that more of the dollars raised will go directly to the children and families of South Florida. NuPress offers a full-range of printing services. They understand that “printing” is not a single handed service, thus have structured their operation to offer the full spectrum, from the most advanced lithography, binding and pre-press technologies, to a newly formed service of fulfillment around the nation and abroad. These capabilities make NuPress a diverse company, allowing them to deliver Miami's finest collateral materials to a respected group of large-scale companies, small businesses and individuals. To learn more about NuPress, please visit www.nupress.com.

SOUTH FLORIDA CUSTOMERS RAISE MORE THAN $1.3 MILLION THROUGH PUBLIX SUPER MARKETS’ ANNUAL “FOOD FOR ALL” FUNDRAISER

Publix Super Markets Miami Division and customers raised $1,372,454.08 to benefit community based charities during their an-nual “Food For All” holiday season campaign. The six-week Food For All fundraiser appeared in stores from November 15 through December 26, 2009 and customers could make a contribution at the register by simply purchasing $1, $3, and $5 contri-bution coupons. The formal check presentation took place on Tuesday, April 6, 2010 where checks were distributed to more than 60 South Florida non-profit agencies. The Marlins Community Foundation was amongst its beneficiaries. “Publix customers and associates showed extraordinary support for their communities and local charities. Thanks to their gener-osity we can help make a positive impact for thousands in need in South Florida,” said Bill Fauerbach, Publix Miami Division’s Vice President of Retail Operations. Publix is privately owned and operated by its 141,000 employees, with 2009 sales of $24.3 billion. Currently Publix has 1,012 stores in Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, Alabama and Tennessee. The company has been named one of FORTUNE’s “100 Best Companies to Work for in America” for 13 consecutive years. For more information, please visit www.publix.com. George Jenkins founded Publix with the spirit of giving in mind. He was once asked, "If you hadn't given away so much, how much do you think you would be worth today?" His response, without hesitation: "Probably nothing." In tribute to his shining example, Publix continues to be a corporate giving leader. In addition to giving to thousands of local projects, Publix annually supports five organizations in companywide campaigns: Special Olympics, March of Dimes, Children's Miracle Network, United Way and Food For All. Food For All is a charitable marketing organization that runs point-of-purchase fundraisers in over 6,000 grocery retailers nationwide. Since the organization’s inception in 1985, over $58 million has been raised for charities in the United States and abroad. For more information about Food For All, please visit www.foodforall.org.

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NUPRESS

JULY 16

RBI Night

Celebrate with us as we recognize the RBI All-Star teams.

MAY 14

Baseball Tomorrow Fund

Equipment Drive

Help All-Stars Hanley Ramirez and Dan Uggla gather new and

used baseball equipment for kids less fortunate.

MAY 14

Dollars and Strikes

Located in The Power Alley’s All You Can Eat seats benefitting

the Boys and Girls Clubs of Broward County.

MAY 16

ALS Awareness Day

All You Can Eat Seats in

the Club Level benefitting

the ALS Recovery Fund.

JUNE 25

Fox Sports Florida

Fantasy Auction Presented by Tommy Bahama

www.marlins.com/fantasy

I grew up in a city that is sports-crazy; in this city, you live and die with the team. And in this city, there is no doubt, baseball was and always will be King. When I was little, you played wiffle ball until it got dark, then you would go home and listen to the game on the radio. My father would take my brothers and me to the ballpark when he could, and he taught us about baseball and how to keep score; I think I could score a game before I knew how to write my name. Baseball has always been a mainstay throughout my life; no matter what town I lived in, and even during those times in life when maybe my father and I were not getting along…we still had baseball… we could always talk about baseball. I am fortunate now to have the means to make a difference for others, both professionally and through organizations such as the Florida Marlins Community Foundation. I was lucky to have a close family with tons of cousins surrounded by neighbors that looked out for one another. Today, things are different. Many kids come home to an empty house; doors are locked; they go to school hungry; and sometimes they may go to bed hungry. Some don’t even go to school and others don’t have a home to go to - even more so during these tough times. To put it simply, the Foundation is all about kids. Kids right here in South Florida; Kids who need direction, a friend and an education; Kids who deserve the opportunity to learn about art, about sports and about teamwork. And most importantly about what life has to offer beyond what they can see or dream about. And by the way, they can also learn about baseball.

Why I Donate to the Marlins Community Foundation:

JULY 23-24

Wives Weekend

Player’s Wives auction

autographed memorabilia and

game used equipment to help

raise money for charity.

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Laurie Kardon

Laurie Kardon and Nancy Olson at the 2009 Fish N’ Chips

Log onto marlins.com/auction to bid on unique memorabilia including autographed

items, game-used equipment and experiences from the two-time World Champions. The FMCF online auction

is updated every two weeks. Place your bid today and support our

"Cornerstones for Kids" programs.

Each edition of the Community Connection features a contest for Marlins fans and FMCF supporters. All submissions must be emailed to FMCF@marlins.com by June 7th and only one winner will be chosen. If multiple correct answers are received the bonus section will be used to determine the winner. This edition’s prize: 4 Infield Box Tickets and a Parking Pass (available Monday-Thursday)

RUNNERS BATTED IN

Name the current Marlins player who ranked

fourth in the National League in 2009 with 52

clutch RBI’s trailing Ryan Howard, Albert

Pujols and Prince Fielder.

Bonus Section: Guess how many home runs the Marlins will hit in the month of June?