"I am continually amazed at the impact the Charleston Miracle League (CML) makes not only with our special needs baseball players, but also on their parents, the volunteers and our community at large. The smiles that radiate each Saturday from ALL of our participants – players, volunteers, and fans – let me know we're making a positive difference in the lives of so many. It's an honor to be involved with the success of the Charleston Miracle League." – Channing Proctor, Founder
“I have been fortunate enough to work with children with special needs most of my life, first, as a special education teacher and now as an occupational therapist. I have built a career on helping children with mental and physical disabilities try to overcome the barriers and obstacles in their lives through my professional career, but it my volunteer service to the Charleston Miracle League that have provided some of the most rewarding experiences with children with special needs. Watching children develop social skills, self-confidence, and motor skills in the context of playing baseball is truly priceless.” – Patty Coker, President, Board of Directors
“The Charleston Miracle League has easily become the most rewarding experience in my life. The look on each child's face cannot be put into words. Baseball played a significant role in my own personal upbringing, and has helped establish life-long relationships. Every child, no matter their situation, deserves that same luxury.” – Jason Scalzo, Vice-President, Board of Directors
"I am keenly aware of the impact that the Charleston Miracle League can have on a family. My eight-year-old daughter Callie is a player, my husband is a coach, and my two sons, ages 13 and 7, help out every Saturday. Callie loves to come out and play because every time we ride by the CML field she points and yells “that’s mine!” Both my boys play organized baseball and have uniforms and enjoy the game. The CML has leveled the playing field so that special needs kids like Callie can have that same opportunity. As a board member I’m privileged to be a part of CML which provides fun, support, and networking to special kids and their families." – Kissy Gillam, Parent & Secretary, Board of Directors
"Since 2005 when I first joined as a volunteer, my life has been deeply enriched by all the wonderful people who comprise this amazing organization. Words cannot express the magical experience known as the Charleston Miracle League. One can only feel it. Magnificent...exhilarating...triumphant...jubilation...being a part of a team...fitting in...succeeding...shining like a star. These are feelings that the most challenged of our community rarely get to experience, but on 16 Saturdays a year, on a very special baseball field in West Ashley, the magic comes alive and they are all superstars. I feel very privileged to be a part of that." - Rosemarie Imburgia, Treasurer, Board of Directors
“The Miracle League is one of the happiest places on earth. Some of life's greatest lessons are demonstrated on that field each week by some of our most courageous young people. It’s a place where gifts are exchanged and everyone leaves with much more than they brought.” – Steve Hatton, Board of Directors
“It's wonderful to see the children's smiles as the cross home plate! I am amazed at the commitment of the players, families and volunteers to a program which provides these special children with the opportunity to play America's favorite pastime sport – baseball! The personal connection between the players, their parents and the volunteers is incredible! I love being a part of an organization that gives back to the community in such a special way!” – Helena Bastian, Board of Directors
“The Miracle League is a wonderful experience for children and their families. You cannot attend a game without feeling uplifted! The delight on the children's faces, the pride in their parent's eyes, and the amazement in the spectators' reactions make it all worthwhile. I am very proud to have a small role in this organization as a board member, and even more proud to have a larger roll in the organization as a parent and fan!” – Matt McCurry, Parent & Board of Directors
“Bringing joy to others is extremely meaningful, but to have an opportunity to bring joy to kids that do not have normal outlets is a very special blessing for me. I have seen lives transformed – there is nothing more valuable to experience in life than to touch these special kids’ lives.” – Al Estee, Corporate Advisory Panel
"I grew up with baseball as my passion in life, playing all through college and then coaching as my son grew up. I love the game, and when I saw a newspaper article about the Miracle League I had to met Channing and see a game....which was a really emotional experience for me. The joy of the children clearly demonstrates the importance of the League in their lives. I am delighted to play a small part in the growth and development of this project." - John G. Davis, Board of Directors
"You could not find a more fitting word than 'miracle' to describe what happens on and around this field. You can see on the face of each player, family member, coach, volunteer and spectator how much this league is touching every heart. It is more than a baseball game - it's pure joy! No matter what a certain mouse may say, THIS is the happiest place on earth! It is a privilege to be part of such a great team." - Betsy Ellingson, Board of Directors