Dodgers commit $1M toward families of immigrants 'impacted' by events

Meanwhile, the Dodgers have been heavily criticized for both action and inaction from their heavily Latino fan base. Manager Dave Roberts stated he didn't have enough information to opine on the situation, and the club came under more scrutiny after R&B singer Nezza sang the national anthem in Spanish at Dodger Stadium, and posted videos and correspondence showing it was against the Dodgers' wishes.
Veteran utilityman Kike Hernandez posted a message of support on Instagram, and in the days following the club indicated it would soon show support for the area's immigrant population.
In partnership with the City of Los Angeles, the Dodgers have committed $1 million toward direct financial assistance for families of immigrants impacted by recent events in the region. Additional community efforts to be announced in the coming days. — Los Angeles Dodgers (@Dodgers) June 20, 2025
Then came Thursday's caravan of DHS vans and vehicles to the Dodger Stadium gate, where they apparently hoped to use the grounds for staging. Protestors arrived and DHS officials were eventually escorted out a separate exit by the Los Angeles Police Department. But many remained and turned their grievances toward the Dodgers for staying largely neutral at a time the community was reeling.
The Dodgers' statement nodded non-specifically toward events in the area while not referencing ICE, DHS or other outside forces.
"What's happening in Los Angeles has reverberated among thousands upon thousands of people, and we have heard the calls for us to take a leading role on behalf of those affected," said Dodgers president Stan Kasten, whose club generated an estimated $752 million in revenue last season and is valued at nearly $7 billion. "We believe that by committing resources and taking action, we will continue to support and uplift the communities of Greater Los Angeles."
Mayor Karen Bass indicated the external infringement on the community has had an impact.
"These last weeks have sent shockwaves of fear rippling through every neighborhood and have had a direct impact on our economy," Bass said.

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