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Community/Arizona Diamondbacks/Bobs Furnishes Apartments Of Housing Program Supported By Az Backs
Community/Arizona Diamondbacks/Bobs Furnishes Apartments Of Housing Program Supported By Az Backs
Community/Arizona Diamondbacks/Bobs Furnishes Apartments Of Housing Program Supported By Az Backs

Bob’s Furnishes Apartments of Housing Program Supported by Arizona Diamondbacks

August 17, 2024
A living room with dark blue fabric sofas, a mascot in a red jersey lying on one sofa, a white marble coffee table with Arizona Diamondbacks merchandise, and signs reading "WELCOME TO THE DIAMOND" and "Furnished with love BOB'S DISCOUNT FURNITURE MYBOBS.COM."

Bob’s Discount Furniture proudly supported the Arizona Diamondbacks recent contribution to “The Diamond,” a transitional housing program supported by Open Hearts Family Wellness.

“The Diamond” is an 11-unit complex offering safe spaces and life training skills to unhoused families and individuals in Arizona. Bob’s was honored to fully furnish three of the apartments in the complex.

“We believe everyone deserves a home,” said Kevin Parker, Divisional Vice President of Bob’s Discount Furniture. “We hope our furniture contribution can help create a home residents of “The Diamond” can love and a place of refuge during this transitional living period.”

Man in purple polo shirt speaking at a clear acrylic podium with microphones, standing in front of an orange door with a red truck and flower decoration, next to a large Arizona Diamondbacks logo sign by a window.
Bob's Divisional Vice President Kevin Parker speaks at the the Open Hearts Million Dollar Gift Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the first transitional housing location with support of the Arizona Department of Housing and the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation on August 15, 2024. (Photo by Jill Weisleder/Arizona Diamondbacks)

The facility was donated by the Arizona Department of Housing and program operations were funded by the Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation’s $1 million gift.

The name “The Diamond” is a nod to its connection to the team as well as a nod to the multi-faceted approach to health and healing. 

Single-story gray stucco house with a yellow front door, covered porch with two metal chairs, surrounded by green shrubs and yellow flowers under a clear blue sky.
Three of the 11 units in "The Diamond" are fully furnished by Bob's. Photo courtesy of the Arizona Diamondbacks

“We are proud to partner with Open Hearts in their efforts to prevent homelessness through mental health programs, employment assistance and social connection:’ said Derrick Hall, D-backs President, CEO & General Partner. “The Diamond will be a home for individuals experiencing homelessness and provide opportunities for a bright future on the road to self-sufficiency:’

Residents, who will begin moving in this month, will be able to take advantage of life skill training, social hours, financial literacy training, mental health sessions, resume building and more, all aimed to help them acquire employment, prepare for the future and find permanent housing.

The Diamond is Open Heart’s first transitional housing location and will launch through the support of the Diamondbacks, through proceeds raised during the team’s annual Evening on the Diamond fundraiser this past March, and the Arizona Department of Housing. 

Red and gray fabric tote bag with Arizona Diamondbacks logo, two clear water bottles, and a red pennant on a white table. Next to a red sign reading: "Furnished with love. BOB'S Discount Furniture. MYBOBS.COM." Background includes a dark blue couch with baseball-themed pillows and a TV stand with a "Welcome Home" banner.
Modern living room with dark gray sofa, beige pillows, marble coffee table, and "WELCOME HOME" banner; includes Bob's Outreach signage and dining area with gray table and chairs.
A person in a brown animal mascot costume wearing a red jersey reclines on a beige bed with a wooden headboard, reading a red booklet. A turquoise blanket at the foot of the bed displays white text: "BOB'S DISCOUNT FURNITURE MYBOBS.COM." The room features two wooden nightstands, one with a lamp shaped like a stylized letter "A."
Dark blue fabric sofa with beige and patterned pillows under a "WELCOME ♥ HOME" banner, next to a white marble coffee table holding a red Arizona Diamondbacks bag, water bottles, and a sign reading "WELCOME TO THE DIAMOND."

Bob’s also contributed a $2,500 shopping spree to support the Evening on the Diamond fundraiser. Pitcher Ryan Thompson was the recipient of the shopping spree where he visited Bob’s Phoenix location to shop!  

Man reclining on a plush, curved beige chaise lounge in a modern bedroom showroom with white wooden dressers, illuminated mirrors, and floral decor.
Two teal upholstered armchairs with wooden legs and a small white square table between them are set on a white platform inside a large empty baseball stadium. A sign on the table reads: "a gift for you. Supporter of Arizona Diamondbacks Foundation from Bob’s Discount Furniture. Amount $2,500 Shopping Spree. BOB'S DISCOUNT FURNITURE." The setting highlights a promotional event for Bob’s Discount Furniture at the Arizona Diamondbacks stadium.

Bob’s support of the “The Diamond” marks the first community partnership between the major league baseball team and the company. Preceding the ribbon cutting of the housing facility, members of the Diamondbacks, including Baxter the Bobcat, have visited Bob’s locations to meet guests and try out some furniture. 

“Bob’s is thrilled to call the Arizona Diamondbacks our first Phoenix market major league baseball partner,” said Michelle Mader, Vice President of Media and Marketing Performance. “We are grateful to work alongside an organization who shares our commitment to supporting our communities here in Arizona and beyond.” 

Person posing with a sports team mascot dressed in a striped baseball jersey with purple sleeves inside a furniture store with sofas and lamps in the background.
A person in a bobcat mascot costume wearing a baseball jersey reclines on a black leather power recliner chair in a furniture store showroom with sofas and a cafe area in the background.
Bob's Discount Furniture store entrance with mascot in Arizona Diamondbacks baseball jersey posing with arms raised, promoting brand and sports connection.
Group of six people sitting on a white couch with a mascot in an Arizona Diamondbacks baseball jersey, promotional sign reading "Special financing Oh my Bob!" in a retail store setting.
A person in a furry mascot costume wearing a white and purple baseball jersey lounges on a black leather recliner chair in a furniture store showroom.