The Los Angeles Dodgers continue their 2026 Love LA Community Tour on Tuesday with two events across the city.
The organization kicked off the second day of its annual community service week by handing out groceries at the Christie Foundation in Northridge with Dodgers alumni Billy Ashley, Ken Landro and Dennis Powell.
The organization distributed groceries and necessities to local families. Ashley, who played six seasons with the Dodgers from 1992 to 1997, expressed his gratitude for the tour with the organization.
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“It means everything, the Dodgers have always been a big supporter of giving back to the community and a lot of the work we do with alumni is within the community…it’s awesome,” Ashley said.
April 13, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Fans arrive at Dodger Stadium before the game between the Los Angeles Dodgers and Chicago Cubs. Mandatory Credit: Kiyoshi Mio-Imagn Images
Dodgers alums Matt Luke and Powell visited Holydale Elementary School in Southgate on Tuesday afternoon for a Playworks Afterschool Takeover event. The program is centered around eighth graders, where “movement-based programming encourages interaction and helps break down social barriers.”
The Dodgers kicked off the tour with their annual employee service day in the veterans-rich community of North Hollywood.
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What is the Dodgers’ 2026 Love LA community tour?
The Dodgers are conducting their annual Community Service Week, which runs from Monday, January 26th through Friday, January 30th. The 2026 Dodgers Love Los Angeles Community Tour features 11 different stops that highlight the team’s relationship with fans and the community.
“We are honored to continue our partnership with Bank of America for the annual Dodgers Love Los Angeles Community Tour,” said Kristin McCowan, Los Angeles Dodgers Vice President of Government and Community Affairs.
“After another unforgettable season, we are excited to expand our celebration beyond the ballpark and into the heart of our communities. This week’s themes are about providing meaningful service, supporting veterans and families, creating inclusive spaces for young people with special needs, celebrating our students and seniors, and honoring the unwavering dedication of our first responders. We are proud to work together to uplift and empower the people and organizations that make Los Angeles thrive.”
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An annual community service week that essentially kicks off a number of events for the organization each year, the Dodgers Love Los Angeles Community Tour will lead into Dodger Day and then spring training.
Dodgers full press release
Los Angeles — The Los Angeles Dodgers, back-to-back World Series champions, will host their annual community service week, the Dodgers Love Los Angeles Community Tour, presented by Bank of America, from Monday, January 26 to Friday, January 30.
The 2026 tour will make 11 different stops over five days, highlighting the team’s special relationship with its fans and neighbors in the city’s community.
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“We are honored to continue our partnership with Bank of America for the annual Dodgers Love Los Angeles Community Tour,” said Kristin McCowan, Los Angeles Dodgers Vice President of Government and Community Affairs. “After another unforgettable season, we are excited to expand our celebration beyond the ballpark and into the heart of our communities. This week’s themes are about providing meaningful service, supporting veterans and families, creating inclusive spaces for young people with special needs, celebrating our students and seniors, and honoring the unwavering dedication of our first responders. We are proud to work together to uplift and empower the people and organizations that make Los Angeles thrive.”
“The week-long Dodgers Love Los Angeles community tour presented by Bank of America is always one of our favorite volunteer events, bringing together our world championship Dodgers players, alumni and staff with Bank of America teammates to give back to those in need,” said Bank of America Los Angeles Branch President Raul A. Anaya. “From building homes and distributing groceries to families to honoring first responders, our goal is to make a lasting impact on as many neighbors as possible throughout the week.”
The tour will kick off Monday at the Dodgers’ annual employee service day at the North Hollywood Veterans Affluent Community, established in 2023 in partnership with Homes 4 Families to provide affordable housing and supportive services to veterans and their families. Dodgers front office staff, Dodgers sideline reporter Kirsten Watson and Bank of America employee volunteers will be responsible for establishing practice improvement projects to create shared spaces that foster connection and healing. Later in the afternoon, the Dodgers and select Dodger alumni will host a hands-on art workshop at Adrian Field in Santa Monica, encouraging people to express themselves while posing with the World Series trophy in a photo booth. Adrian’s Place is an inclusive community center dedicated to creating a welcoming space where family, friends, carers and professionals can connect, share experiences and access important programs and services.
On Tuesday morning, Dodgers alumni Billy Ashley, Ken Landro and Dennis Powell will visit the Christie Foundation in Northridge to distribute groceries and essential items. The Christie Foundation helps families and individuals overcome food insecurity by ensuring access to fresh, nutritious and culturally relevant food. In the afternoon, Dodgers alums Matt Luke and Powell will travel to Holydale Elementary School in South Gate, where the two will work with eighth-grade students for a “Playworks Recess Takeover,” where motion-based programming encourages interaction and helps break down social barriers.
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On Wednesday morning in San Bernardino, 1981 World Series MVP Steve Yeager will participate in a special appreciation luncheon in San Bernardino to commemorate the 10th anniversary of those affected by the tragic shooting at a county employee Christmas party that left 14 people dead and 22 seriously injured. During the Dodgers Love Los Angeles Tour in January 2016, Dodgers legend Andre Ethier and Hall of Famer Tommy Lasorda had an impactful lunch with victims and first responders of the 2015 terrorist attacks. Later Wednesday, Ashley will hand over the World Series trophy to the City of Los Angeles Emergency Management Department (EMD) in recognition of his continued dedication and service to the community. Employees will have the opportunity to take photos with the trophy, meet and interact with Ashley, and enjoy moments of appreciation and celebration during the workday.
Two-time Cy Young Award winners Blake Snell and Landon Knack will join Dodgers and Bank of America staff at the Aquarium of the Pacific in Long Beach on Thursday. Class of 1975th Saint Elementary School will participate in an educational field trip and lunch with the Dodger Lefties. A special Seniors Ball was held Thursday for local seniors at the nearby Glendale Recreation Center. Dodgers players Jack Dryer, Will Klein, Dalton Rushing and River Ryan will be in attendance at the festivities.
The Dodgers Love Los Angeles Community Tour concluded with a very special pep rally on Friday at El Rancho High School in Pico Rivera. Current Dodgers players Alex Cowher, Jake Dreyer, Brusdal Graterol, Landon Nack, Bobby Miller, Miguel Rojas, Tanner Scott, Brock Stewart and Gavin Stone will participate in interactive rallies and student engagement activities. After the pep rally, the Dodgers will visit the Frank Hodgkin Memorial Training Center next to Dodger Stadium. The Boys in Blue will carry the World Series trophy and honor local firefighters to commemorate the one-year anniversary of last year’s devastating fires in Altadena and Palisades.
Finally, Graterol and Snell will end the trip by surprising and delighting customers at their local Jack in the Box. Follow the Dodgers social media channels for the exact location on January 30th.
