Founded in 2001 by members of the Ripken family in memory of their patriarch Cal, Sr.

The foundation works to create baseball and softball programs and facilities that positively impact disadvantaged youth by combining the principles represented by the Ripken name, the power of Cal, Jr. as a modern day hero and role model, and the universal appeal of baseball.

The organization provides once-in-a-lifetime experiences that use the magic of the big leagues to inspire kids to be the best that they can be…to dream a dream that someday they can achieve great things.

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Cal Ripken Sr. Foundation has received support from the following celebrities listed on this site: