Buddy Ball

02/24/2026

We need your help!

Buddy Ball starts in just 2 weeks, and we still need over 60 volunteers to be buddies this spring season.

Sign up today:
👉 http://www.msgulfcoastbuddysports.org/

Please share! Every buddy makes a difference. 💙⚾

Non-profit organization supporting recreational sports and leisure activities for individuals with special needs. Registered 501(c)(3) public charity. MS Gulf Coast Buddy Sports.

02/23/2026

⚾💙 BUDDIES NEEDED FOR 2026 BUDDY BALL SEASON! 💙⚾

We are getting ready for an amazing spring season, and we need YOU! 🙌

With over 140 players already signed up, every player needs a buddy on the field. That means Ms. Gulf Coast Buddy Sports needs lots of helping hands to make this season unforgettable!

Being a Buddy is exciting, fun, and incredibly rewarding. You’ll share smiles, high-fives, and unforgettable moments 🧢✨

🗓 2026 Spring Schedule
Games are held on Wednesdays at 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 7:00 PM

March: 11, 18, 25
April: 1, 15, 22, 29
(No games on April 8th)

🌟 Ready to make a difference?
Register today at:
👉 http://www.msgulfcoastbuddysports.org/

Let’s make this the best season yet. We can’t wait to see you at the ballpark! ⚾💙

Non-profit organization supporting recreational sports and leisure activities for individuals with special needs. Registered 501(c)(3) public charity. MS Gulf Coast Buddy Sports.

02/13/2026

Thank you Coast Electric for blessing Buddy Ball as part of your Round Up Program ❤️

This morning, Hancock County celebrated the annual Coast Electric Operation Round Up in the Kiln

02/12/2026

We are so grateful to Coast Electric for blessing us with an Operation Round Up grant. What a powerful example of neighbors helping neighbors.

Every time members round up their bill, it turns into real support for our community, and today we’re feeling that impact firsthand.

Thank you, Coast Electric, for investing in the people and organizations that make the Gulf Coast stronger. Such a blessing ❤️

02/12/2026

⚾️ Play Ball! It’s Buddy Ball Season! ⚾️
Dust off those cleats and grab your gloves! It’s officially time to take the field for the 2026 Mississippi Gulf Coast Buddy Ball spring season!

We are looking for enthusiastic volunteers to be a "light" in our community. Whether you sign up as a Coach or a Buddy, you’ll be making a massive impact while having the best seat in the house for some incredible baseball.

🗓 2026 Spring Schedule
Games are held on Wednesdays at 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 7:00 PM.

March: 11, 18, 25

April: 1, 15, 22, 29

(Note: No games on April 8th)

🌟Ready to make a difference?
Register today at: http://www.msgulfcoastbuddysports.org/

Let’s make this the best season yet. We can’t wait to see you at the ballpark! 🧢✨

Non-profit organization supporting recreational sports and leisure activities for individuals with special needs. Registered 501(c)(3) public charity. MS Gulf Coast Buddy Sports.

02/08/2026

Today is our final day to register for spring Buddy Ball Baseball. Emails were sent out today to all the parent/guardians that have submitted a player registration form. If you have not registered and you are still interested in playing, then get your form in today on our web page. As with all of our programs, there is no cost to play or participate.
We are also looking for more volunteers. Volunteer forms are also located on our web page.

Non-profit organization supporting recreational sports and leisure activities for individuals with special needs. Registered 501(c)(3) public charity. MS Gulf Coast Buddy Sports.

02/03/2026

We appreciate the Long Beach Carnival Association for recognizing Buddy Ball as one of the local organizations they have supported, and for their ongoing efforts to give back to programs serving families along the coast.

As shared in the WLOX story, Buddy Ball is among the organizations that receive some of the Carnival Association’s largest annual donations, support that makes a real difference for our kids and families.

Their commitment to giving back to the community is something worth celebrating. Knowing that our players are part of that legacy of generosity means a great deal to all of us.

https://www.wlox.com/2026/02/02/coast-life-long-beach-carnival-association-still-rolling-after-more-than-60-years/?fbclid=IwdGRjcAPuSd9jbGNrA-5JgGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkDDM1MDY4NTUzMTcyOAABHuFJTj4fj3mJ7H5veU654r1xJIBxEx7ErhNiY32jzfWCxztPv6CBU-rC6DzH_aem_KvG93zuai9DnQms01R8-fg

The Long Beach Carnival Association Parade rolls again this weekend. The Carnival association’s work has been part of the community for more than half a century.

01/28/2026

Camp Awesome draw down info if you are interested in helping out our Camp friends...

01/27/2026

Here is another fun day with our friends at A Latte on April 25th.

01/24/2026

Caiden's Corner is starting a new event to promote Autism Acceptance. They are inviting everyone to join in. You can reach out to their organization for more information.

01/24/2026

We canceled our last night of horseback riding back in November due to a horse virus. It was rescheduled for this Monday, January 26th. In case you did not get your notice, it has once again been canceled due to the winter weather. It will be rescheduled for a later date.

01/16/2026

This is a growing non-profit for families with autistic family members in South Mississippi. They have a survey for you to provide input as they continue to grow and provide opportunities for families in our community.

🚨We’ve set a massive goal, and we need your help to reach it.

Caiden’s Corner is planning our next chapter, and we want input from the entire community.

You do not have to have attended one of our events. You do not have to have a child on the spectrum.

If you care about families, inclusion, and community support, your voice matters.

🎯 Our goal is 500 community surveys
🎁 We’ll be selecting several people to receive items from our Caiden’s Corner swag shop
⏱ Takes about 5 minutes

We recently hired a non-profit consultant to help us scale and grow, made possible through a grant from HII. We’re so grateful for that support, and we’re leaning all the way in to serve our community at the highest capacity. That starts with listening.

This survey helps guide the events we host, the support we offer, and how we show up moving forward. Every single response matters.

👉 Check the comments for the survey link

OR

💬 Comment and we’ll DM it to you

Please share this post in text threads, community groups, and local Facebook groups.

Help us reach our goal of 500 completions so we can continue building something that truly serves our community. 💛