Closing Bid: $365.00
Item Description
Take home this jersey, worn by #7 forward Jahkeele Marshall-Rutty, for the Toronto FC vs. Philadelphia match at BMO Field on Saturday, July 13, celebrating Caribbean Heritage.
This size small jersey is 1 of 2 jerseys that was worn during the match, and may contain wear from match play.
This community kit features specialty numbers inspired by the vibrant display of colours, costumes and sounds of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival; one of Toronto's marquee festivals. Carnival puts Toronto on the world stage and unites people of all backgrounds, just as the game of soccer does.
100% of net proceeds will be donated to Toronto Carnival.
The Festival Management Committee (FMC) is dedicated to curating and producing activities that highlight the vibrancy and cultural diversity of the Caribbean. Every year, in recognition of Emancipation, the FMC hosts the Toronto Caribbean Carnival, For over fifty years, Carnival has been a centerpiece of the festival season in Toronto. When summer arrives in Toronto, the streets come alive with the sights, sounds, and spirit of the Islands. Beyond the Carnival, the FMC has also reinitiated a program in 2023 to engage our city's youngest learners in the Toronto area elementary and high schools. The program seeks to promote Caribbean culture and to foster diversity by providing opportunities for students to participate in lessons, activities, and workshops relating to Caribbean Carnival history and Carnival arts. The program also aims to highlight the historical importance and contributions of Canadians of Caribbean heritage, and by extension, African, Indian, Chinese, European, and the many other places from where Caribbean people originate and the contributions of these individuals in Canadian society.
Jerseys will be signed at an upcoming team signing, and available for pick up/ shipment beginning July 25.