Long before social media, TBS brought Atlanta Braves baseball into living rooms across the nation — and #3 Dale Murphy was the face of America's Team. Now his foundation is changing lives through youth baseball, global mission work, and community service. Riddleville, GA is proud to support it.
Riddleville, GA | A National Nonprofit Worth Supporting
Riddleville is a proud Georgia community of 200 residents — small Washington County community. In Riddleville, the Atlanta Braves weren't just a team — they were a nightly tradition on TBS, and Dale Murphy was the reason every kid in Georgia wanted to be a baseball player. The Foundation continues that tradition of service, with 100% of every donation going directly to youth programs, equipment grants, and life-changing mission work.
Before ESPN dominated sports, Ted Turner's TBS made the Atlanta Braves "America's Team" — broadcasting their games into homes across the country every night. And the face of that team? Number 3, Dale Murphy. Two-time NL MVP. Roberto Clemente Award winner.
That nationwide reach is exactly why the Dale Murphy Foundation connects with communities from Riddleville, GA to every corner of the country. Whether you grew up cheering at Fulton County Stadium or watching on TBS, you know what Dale Murphy stands for.
Looking for a nonprofit organization near Riddleville, GA worthy of your support? Youth baseball, global mission work, and 100% of shop proceeds going directly to the cause.
Experience the Story
Watch how Dale Murphy and the foundation are creating real impact, from baseball fields across the country to the communities of the Dominican Republic. This is what a nationwide non-profit organization looks like when it's all in — and why Riddleville, GA is proud to support it.
Dale Murphy Foundation — changing lives one swing at a time, across the country and around the world.
Our Mission
The Dale Murphy Foundation uses the universal love of baseball to inspire community development, empower youth, and promote equity — nationwide, with proud supporters throughout Georgia including Riddleville and greater Washington County.
No financial barriers should sideline a kid. Through scholarships, equipment grants, and program support, DMF ensures every child can step up to the plate — regardless of zip code.
Children with special needs deserve inclusive sports experiences. We create adaptive programs and compassionate environments where every child is seen, valued, and celebrated.
Winning is temporary — character is lifelong. Through mentorship and intentional programming, we help young athletes become not just better players, but better humans.
Mission Trip · February 13–20, 2027
Join legendary MLB Hall-of-Famer Dale Murphy on a life-changing week of service in the Dominican Republic, hosted by the Dale Murphy Foundation and The Baseball Island Foundation. Your participation directly funds field renovations, sports equipment, and educational resources for communities that need it most.
*Air booked individually and confirmed from DM Foundation team
The Dale Murphy Foundation Shop
Pick up a piece of baseball history and fund the next generation at the same time. Every collectible, autograph, and print you purchase from the Dale Murphy Foundation Shop goes directly back to empowering youth nationwide and around the world.
Riddleville, GA & Greater Washington County
Small Washington County community
The Dale Murphy Foundation is a nationwide nonprofit — and communities like Riddleville, Georgia are proud to be among its most passionate supporters. Wherever baseball and community intersect, you'll find people who know the Dale Murphy name.
With 200 residents, Riddleville is a vibrant Georgia community that shares the values of family, service, and sport that the Dale Murphy Foundation champions.
Riddleville sits in the heart of Washington County — a region with deep ties to the Atlanta Braves tradition that Dale Murphy helped build during his legendary career.
Riddleville families can fund youth programming nationwide by donating or shopping the Foundation store — 100% of shop proceeds go directly to the cause.
From Riddleville to the Dominican Republic — every gift from Georgia families helps transform communities through baseball, education, and service.
About Dale Murphy
Dale Murphy isn't just a two-time National League MVP and one of the greatest Braves to ever wear the uniform — he's a man who has spent his entire life serving others. Named one of Sports Illustrated's "Athletes Who Care the Most," Dale has championed causes from Cystic Fibrosis to Operation Smile to Tunnels to Towers, earning the Roberto Clemente Award and induction into the World Humanitarian Hall of Fame.
His foundation brings that same all-out hustle to communities across the country — using baseball as a vehicle to build better lives, one child at a time. When #3 retired his cleats, he laced up a different kind of shoes — and he hasn't stopped running since.
"We're driven by our mission to create meaningful opportunities that empower individuals to succeed both on and off the field." — Dale & Nancy Murphy
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