Welcome to the BT8 Foundation

Son. Brother. Grandson. Nephew. Friend.

Teammate. Catcher. Point Guard.

Honoring Bennet Taft | #8

2025 ANNUAL BENNET CLASSIC

Sunday, August 31, 2025

Join us for a wiffle ball showdown packed with food, drinks, raffles, prizes, and nonstop fun!

Interested in being a sponsor or donating raffle prizes? Contact us at bt8foundation@gmail.com.

Registration is open!

About the

BT8 Foundation

Dedicated to honoring Bennet Taft's legacy through community engagement and fundraising events, the BT8 Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization that strives to make a positive impact in our community.

Fly high #8.

30+

50+

wiffle ball teams competed in 2023

coats donated to the local senior living center

$5,000

scholarship awarded annually to a LPHS student-athlete

100+

pounds of items donated to the Itasca Food Pantry

60+

wiffle ball teams competed in 2024

$30,000+

dollars raised towards the foundation since 2023

Congratulations Chris Ray!

2025 Bennet Taft Memorial Scholarship Recipient

The BT8 Foundation was honored to present Lake Park High School senior and Longshot Baseball catcher Chris Ray with the second annual Bennet Taft Memorial Scholarship on May 20th.

Click here to learn more about the scholarship.

Catcher's View Gallery

Just like Bennet, the BT8 Foundation takes pride in being seen around town.

Here are some moments where we celebrated community involvement and honoring #8's legacy.

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