The Support Group to Be Honored by the Chicago Cubs on Jackie Robinson Night

The Support Group Will Bring More Than 200 Students and Their Family Members From 10 Different Chicago Public Schools to Experience the Legacy of Jackie Robinson during the Cubs-Marlins Game on April 18. The Support Group, a Chicago-based nonprofit that creates opportunities for youth from Chicago’s underserved communities, announced that it will be honored by the Chicago Cubs as part of the club’s Jackie Robinson Night, Thursday, April 18. As the first African American to play in Major League Baseball in the modern era, Jackie Robinson’s legacy continues to inspire generations of athletes and advocates for equality. On April 18, The Support Group, with a record of impacting over 109,000 students for the last 33 years, aims to inspire another 200 students from Chicago Public Schools (CPS) and their families as the Cubs pay tribute to the legendary athlete and his enduring impact on the sport of baseball. “There’s no better time than Jackie Robinson Night to highlight the importance of empowering our students and creating inspiration and pathways to success for them,” said& The Support Group Co-Founder and Executive Director Bennie Henry. “We are honored to partner with the Cubs to celebrate Jackie Robinson’s legacy and are thrilled the...