Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation

Since 2001, the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation has honored coach and mentor Cal Ripken, Sr. by creating opportunities for at-risk youth. Its three focus areas are Youth Mentoring Initiatives, Youth Development Parks, and the STEM Center Initiative. Programs teach life skills including teamwork, communication, work ethic, and respect while supporting youth development in underserved communities. Badges for Baseball is the Foundation's signature crime prevention and mentoring program. The organization also provides mentors with curriculum guides, training materials, videos, and other resources through its portal. Youth Development Parks create places to play and renew community pride, while STEM Centers offer hands-on exposure to science, technology, engineering, and math. The Foundation works with schools, youth-serving partners, law enforcement agencies, coaches, teachers, volunteers, and other mentors.