The Joanna Project

05/31/2026

Special Thanks to Columbia Fireflies for allowing The Joanna Project to come out and spread the word about our mission. Thank you to all who donated!

Please help us continue the restoration of historic Joanna Stadium. Donate at thejoannaproject.org.

05/27/2026

We’re excited to welcome AstenJohnson as an official sponsor of The Joanna Project and the Joanna Hornets! ⚾️

AstenJohnson’s support is helping preserve the rich history of Joanna Stadium while creating new opportunities for our community and future generations. Be sure to look for their outfield sign at the stadium this season!

Thank you, AstenJohnson, for investing in the restoration of historic Joanna Stadium and supporting the return of baseball to Joanna.

05/25/2026

We’re proud to welcome Gunny’s Equipment Rentals as an official sponsor of The Joanna Project and the Joanna Hornets! ⚾️

Their support helps continue the restoration of historic Joanna Stadium while investing in the future of baseball and our community. Be sure to check out their outfield sign at the ballpark this season!

For all your equipment rental needs, visit Gunny’s Equipment Rentals at their Laurens, SC location.

Thank you for supporting local community projects and helping bring baseball back to Joanna Stadium after more than 70 years!

05/19/2026

Please join us in welcoming Farm Bureau Insurance as a valued supporter of The Joanna Project and the restoration of Joanna Stadium!

We’re incredibly grateful for their generous support and commitment to helping preserve a historic part of our community. Partnerships like this are helping bring the Joanna Hornets back home and ensuring Joanna Stadium continues serving generations to come.

For all your insurance needs, visit Danton Hyman, David Hix, and Jack Owens at the Newberry office, or Buddy Bridges, John Carter, and Brent Branham at the Laurens office.

Thank you, Farm Bureau, for investing in our community and believing in the vision of The Joanna Project!

05/18/2026

Please join us in welcoming Cooper Motor Company as a valued supporter of The Joanna Project and the restoration of Joanna Stadium!

We’re incredibly grateful for their generous support and commitment to helping bring baseball back home to Joanna. Partnerships like this are helping restore a historic community landmark and create a place for families, fans, and future generations to gather once again.

Because of supporters like Cooper Motor Company, the Joanna Hornets are one step closer to returning to Joanna Stadium after more than 70 years.

Thank you for investing in our community and believing in the vision of The Joanna Project!

05/05/2026

Strong communities are built through strong partnerships, and we’re honored to partner with the Joanna Lions Club in bringing The Joanna Project and historic Joanna Stadium back to life.

Serving our community since 1956, the Joanna Lions Club has a long-standing legacy of leadership, service, and dedication. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to investing in Joanna’s future while honoring its rich past.

Together, we are creating more than a place to play baseball—we’re building a space that brings people together and strengthens community pride for generations to come.

We are grateful for the Joanna Lions Club and their continued commitment to making a difference. ⚾

For more information on partnering with The Joanna Project and the Joanna Hornets, please contact us at [email protected].

05/04/2026

A true partnership makes all the difference—and we’re proud to stand alongside Christ Central Ministries as we bring The Joanna Project and historic Joanna Stadium back to life.

This collaboration goes far beyond a partnership. It’s a shared vision rooted in faith, community, and a commitment to creating something meaningful for generations to come. Together, we are building more than a ballpark—we are building opportunity, connection, and pride for Joanna.

We simply could not do this without partners like Christ Central Ministries and Pastor Jimmy Jones! Thank you for walking with us every step of the way and helping turn this vision into reality. ⚾

For more information on partnering with The Joanna Project and the Joanna Hornets, please contact us at [email protected].

05/01/2026

We’re incredibly grateful for the generous support of Sadler Hughes Apothecary!

For more than a century, this locally rooted pharmacy has been dedicated to serving our community with personalized care and commitment —and now they’re helping bring that same spirit to the restoration of Joanna Stadium.

Because of partners like Sadler Hughes Apothecary, the Joanna Hornets are one step closer to returning home and creating new memories for generations to come.

Thank you for believing in the vision and investing in our community!

🔗 Learn more about their work: https://www.sadlerhughes.com/

04/29/2026

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The Joanna Project is restoring a historic 1950s South Carolina ballpark, bringing back the Joanna Hornets and summer collegiate baseball in 2026.