Scott Swinson

Director of Programs @CalRipkenSrFdn

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Thanks to our STEM partners, we’re helping children shoot for the stars. As we celebrate the 56th anniversary of the moon landing, we’re reminded of what’s possible when curiosity meets opportunity.
Explore how you can support STEM education and join us in fueling young minds!

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

We can’t wait for Ripkens Uncorked!

Join us on September 25th in Annapolis for an unforgettable evening filled with great music, delicious food, amazing community, and a few surprises along the way!

For more information, please contact Elise Lee at [email protected]

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

🚨 Big News! 🚨Last week, the Ripken Foundation launched a new partnership with MLB - Nike RBI Initiative! ⚾This initiative will support 30 different youth-serving organizations across 14 states, expand access to the game, and empower the next generation to step up to the plate.

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Our team was proud to partner with Trane Technologies in refreshing the STEM Center at the The Salvation Army Red Shield Youth Centers of Greensboro. Through this hands-on volunteer day, we helped create an engaging learning environment for local youth to explore STEM and beyond!

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Congratulations to our annual Vi Ripken Scholarship winner Angel Vazquez from our program at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Sarasota & DeSoto Counties! We wish Angel the best of luck in his first year of college!

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

We are two weeks away from our 21st annual Aspire Gala and we hope you will join us! To reserve a table, contact Elise Lee at [email protected].

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Happy Heavenly Birthday to our founding chairwoman, Vi Ripken, on what would have been her 87th birthday! We miss you and try to honor your memory every day of the year.

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

We are one month away from our 21st annual Aspire Gala and we hope you will join us, including National Hall of Famers Cal Ripken, Jr., Bill Ripken, Jim Palmer, Harold Baines, Mike Mussina, and Eddie Murray! To reserve a table, contact Elise Lee at [email protected].

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Today, we celebrate the amazing Law Enforcement mentors we work with across the country! On National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, we’re proud to share our Badges program, bringing local youth and officers together on the field for mentorship, teamwork, and fun.

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

January is National Mentoring Month! 🌟
At the Ripken Foundation, we believe in the power of mentorship to shape futures, build character, and inspire youth to achieve their dreams. Every young person deserves a positive role model to guide and support them along their journey.

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Great news! We have partnered with Chevron to bring STEM education to the students at Mescalero Apache School. This new facility provides students with hands-on opportunities to explore STEM in innovative ways, preparing them for their future academic and professional careers.

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Kickin’ it with Ripken! ⚽We had a blast with the kids from the @BGCAAC, who joined us for a fun day of soccer. The kids were joined by volunteer mentors from the FBI, ATF, Maryland Natural Resources Police, and MDTA Police. Thank you to the GOCCP for making this event possible!

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Throwback Thursday!🔄Boys & Girls Clubs from North Carolina joined us to compete in our Quickball Tournament. After practicing for months, every team came ready to compete. The Boys & Girls Club of Wake County went home with the trophy, but all these kids played like winners!⚾💥

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Yesterday, we opened a STEM Center at Tayac Elementary School! Thank you to the Exelon Foundation for your continued support of our #STEMCenters. Together over the next three years we will install 81 STEM Centers and impact over 30,000 students across DE, IL, MD, NJ, PA, and D.C.

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Thank you to our 18th Annual Ripken Golf Classic Sponsors!

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Bringing STEM to the racetrack! Thanks to Group 1001 and Gainbridge, we partnered with Andretti Global to bring 50 students from Metro Nashville Public School to Nashville Superspeedway to see how STEM plays a huge role in INDYCAR!

[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

What an incredible day! The kids at @BGClubsSC enjoyed a fun-filled baseball camp featuring skills, teamwork, and collaboration. Thank you to @EverettPolice for helping us build stronger communities and fostering a positive connection with our youth.

[Scott Swinson @Scott_CRSF]

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[Cal Ripken Sr Fdn @CalRipkenSrFdn]

Join us in Baltimore for our 12th annual College Basketball Tip-off Luncheon! For more information, contact Emily Rowe at [email protected]

[Scott Swinson @Scott_CRSF]

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