Ruppersberger Announces Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation Receives $72,750 in Federal Funding

Washington, DC - Congressman C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger (MD-2) is pleased to announce that the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation has been awarded $72,750 in federal funding for construction of a new baseball stadium in Aberdeen, Maryland. The stadium will be used to host camps and after school activities where disadvantaged kids from all across the country will develop leadership skills, good work habits, and a healthy lifestyle through team sports.

"This money is a home run for at risk kids. It will allow the Ripken Foundation to continue to help these children learn the value of teamwork, good sportsmanship, personal responsibility, and a strong work ethic - all skills important for success in life. These youngsters will bring these life changing experiences back home to their communities to make their neighborhoods stronger," said Congressman Ruppersberger (D-MD).

The Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation was created in 2001 in memory of Cal Ripken, Sr. who worked for 37 years as a player, coach, and manager with the Baltimore Orioles' organization. His teachings and "The Ripken Way" influenced thousands of young ballplayers including his sons, Cal, Jr. and Bill Ripken. The Foundation benefits thousands of youth annually through a variety of community efforts. More information about the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation can be found at www.ripkenfoundation.org.

The funding was included in H.R. 4818, the Omnibus Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2005.

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