Derek Jeter Returns to Kalamazoo

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New York Yankees' Derek Jeter hits a solo homer off Anaheim Angels pitcher Kevin Appier in Game 2 of the American League Division Series, Oct. 2, 2002, at Yankee Stadium in New York.

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Derek Jeter returns to Kalamazoo

Over 300 area kids came out to his holiday party

Updated: Saturday, 17 Dec 2011, 7:24 AM EST
Published : Friday, 16 Dec 2011, 11:58 PM EST

KALAMAZOO, Mich (WOOD) - Derek Jeter returned back to his hometown of Kalamazoo in order to give back to area kids.

Over 300 kids involved in his Turn 2 Foundation came to the holiday party he put on. The kids were given gift bags, along with private screenings to the new "Alvin and the Chipmunks" movie. They also received a surprise visit from Santa Claus.

Jeter's Turn 2 Foundation has raised more than $16 million, which supports programs that motivate young people to stay away from drugs and alcohol.

Watch the video to hear more about Jeter's hometown visit.

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