Say Hey Foundation

Established by Willie Mays. Creating opportunities through sports & education for youth to achieve their full potential.

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Founded by HOFer Willie Mays, the #SayHeyFoundation gives every child a chance to unlock their potential.

Since 2000, we’ve supported youth in underserved communities through education, sports & wraparound programs in Birmingham, NYC & SF.

Visit link-in-bio to learn more.👋 ⚾️

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@JohnSheaHey Beautiful — so exciting!

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More great news from the SHF! The USPS is honoring Willie with this gorgeous stamp, which recognizes him via the 50th stamp in the Black Heritage series and is set to be released in the near future!

#SayHeyFoundation #USPS #Stamp #BlackHeritage #BaseballLegacy #WillieMays

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This gorgeous Willie Mays stamp will be released in the near future by the United States Postal Service. It was a privilege to assist the USPS with this amazing project. Willie is celebrated with the 50th stamp in the Black Heritage series, and it’s a beaut. @SayHeyFdn

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Click the link in bio to check out our newest auction, which has just opened for bidding and closes on December 2!

Historic items such as this commemorative Mays/Bonds 660th Home Run bat, which is signed by both Godfather (Mays) and Godson (Bonds), will be available.

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Throughout his career, Mays claimed four home run titles, four stolen base titles and one batting title. He also led the NL five times apiece in OPS and slugging percentage — that’s greatness!

Source: “24 Amazing Willie Mays Stats” by Paul Casella

#sayheyfoundation #funfact

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Did you know that Mays and Bill White were roomates when White broke into the majors in 1956 with the Giants? During that time, Willie helped guide him through challenges he faced, turning his own experiences into valuable lessons for the next generation.

#WillieMays #BillWhite

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With Game Four of the 2026 World Series tonight, we look back at the Giants’ 1954 WS victory.

New York swept Cleveland while Mays went 4-for-14 (.286) with four runs scored, a double, and three RBI.

Most famously, Willie made “The Catch” in Game One!

Source: UNUM Ken Burns

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Being coachable means staying open to learning, embracing feedback, and always looking for ways to get better. Even the greatest players know there’s always more to learn.

Willie's legacy reminds us that greatness isn’t just about talent — it’s about the willingness to grow.

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Did you know that Mike Trout (2012-13) and Willie (1957-58) stand alone as the only players in Major League history with multiple seasons of at least a .320 batting average, 25 home runs and 30 stolen bases?

Source: ‘24 Amazing Willie Mays Facts’ by Paul Casella

#Mays #Trout

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Three was a magic number for Willie.

Mays is one of 33 members of the 3,000-hit club, but he's the only player in MLB history with at least 3,000 hits, a .300 average, 300 home runs and 300 stolen bases.

Source: ‘24 Amazing Willie Mays Facts’ by Paul Casella

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Willie Mays gave so much of himself to baseball that saying goodbye brought him to tears.

His words are a reminder of how deeply he loved the game—and how much it meant to spend his life playing it. 🧡🖤

#SayHeyFoundation #WillieSays #BaseballLegacy #YouthOpportunity

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Willie had at least one hit in 15 All-Star Games, and Stan Musial (14) is the only other player with a hit in more than 11 All-Star Games. Mays' 23 overall hits are the most in All-Star Game history!

Source: ‘24 Amazing Willie Mays Facts’ by Paul Casella, https://t.co/ndyOKGQYQV

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We’re extremely grateful to Dr. Phil Saddler for spending time with our Willie Mays Scholars recently and to everyone who supports the program, which provides academic scholarships to underrepresented youth in San Francisco.

Visit the link in our bio to learn more!

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The two pitchers Mays faced most were a pair of future Hall of Famers: Warren Spahn and Don Drysdale. Against them, Mays had a combined slash line of .318/.371/.596 including 31 home runs.

Source: ‘24 Amazing Willie Mays Facts’ by Paul Casella, https://t.co/ndyOKGQYQV

#FunFact

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Willie’s talent was extraordinary, but he knew how much mindset mattered. His words are a reminder that the way we approach a challenge can shape what happens next, on the field and beyond it. 🧡

#SayHeyFoundation #WillieSays #SayHeyKid #BaseballLegacy #Mindset

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Fun Fact: Willie accounted for 7.0 bWAR in 13 straight seasons from 1954-1966? Lou Gehrig is the only player who came close to that level of sustained success, doing so in 11 straight campaigns from 1927-37.

That's greatness!

#SayHeyFoundation #WillieMays #FunFact #HOF

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Willie’s greatness extended far beyond his ability on the field. He generously shared his knowledge with teammates and younger players, helping others find success — that willingness to lift up those around him remains an important part of the Say Hey Kid’s enduring legacy.

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Did you know that Willie Mays recorded at least 70 extra-base hits 13 seasons in a row?

He did so each campaign from 1954-66; no player has 13 such seasons, consecutive or otherwise, in MLB history.

Source: https://t.co/ndyOKGQYQV

#SayHeyFoundation #WillieMays #SayHeyKid

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Our upcoming auction closes tomorrow!

Among the items available is this Giants polo once owned by Willie — net proceeds support the SHF's mission to give children an equal opportunity to pursue their dreams.

Explore the full collection of items through the link in our bio!

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For Willie Mays, baseball was more than a game—it was a calling. His talent along with his unmistakable joy and love for the game made him one of the greatest to ever step onto the field. ⚾️⁣
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#SayHeyFoundation #WillieMays #WillieSays #BaseballLegacy #FindYourCalling⁣
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