Baldwin County School District Awarded Second Grant from Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to Support Player Safety

The Baldwin County School District is proud to announce the receipt of a second grant from the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation in support of player safety for student-athletes. Thanks to this generous funding, Baldwin High School has been able to invest in new, state-of-the-art protective gear that will enhance safety during practices and games.

Athletic Director Dexter Ricks shared that the district received $3,000 for the boys’ tackle football program and $5,000 for the girls’ flag football team. With these funds, the school purchased 60 new Guardian Caps—soft padded helmet covers that reduce the impact of head collisions during practice, helping to lower the risk of concussions. The girls’ team also received Xenith Loop Guardian Caps, specially designed to offer protective padding while maintaining the flexibility and lightweight design required for flag football.

This new equipment will be put to use immediately as both teams gear up for summer training. The District is deeply grateful for the ongoing support of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and their commitment to athlete wellness. Investments like this help ensure that Baldwin students can participate in sports safely and with confidence.