CEO of USMC Toys for Tots Names Local Dentist and Wife “Golden Contributor”

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Dr. and Mrs. Ronald A. Murphy, DMD, personally sponsored over 3,800 books to help improve literacy among low-income children in the Greater Chicago Area.


In December 2017, longtime Batavia dentist Dr. Ronald A. Murphy, DMD and his wife, Sarah Murphy, received the award “GOLDEN CONTRIBUTOR” for becoming the top contributor to the USMC Toys for Tots Literacy Program in the Greater Chicago Area.


Lt. General Pete Osman, USMC (ret.), the President and CEO of the USMC Toys for Tots Literacy Program, presented the award to Dr. and Mrs. Murphy, adding special recognition to their longtime support of the program.


“I am no longer sitting on the sidelines watching literacy stats decline in my area,” Dr. Murphy states. “Why would I, when I can do something about it? I’m doing what anyone can do. I urge everyone to join us in helping our communities turn the tides of illiteracy.”


Dr. Murphy and his wife have supported other major literacy programs, including Boys & Girls Clubs and local school and library reading programs. Their three young daughters and the young patients at his local dental practice help inspire their work in the community.


The Office of Ronald A. Murphy, DMD is a full service general, pediatric, cosmetic, and emergency dentistry practice that serves patients in the Greater Chicago Area. The practice provides a wide range of dental services for general and pediatric dental care, such as: cleanings, x-rays, fillings, bridges, and crowns. Cosmetic dentistry services include: Zoom! Teeth Whitening, veneers, bonding, and tooth-colored fillings. Dr. Murphy is welcomes new patients from ages 2 to 102 and is located at 1605 W Wilson Street #114, Batavia, IL 60510.


About The Office of Ronald A. Murphy, DMD


The Office of Ronald A. Murphy, DMD, provides a broad array of general and pediatric dentistry services to serve the needs of individuals and families in the community. Affordable payment plans and evening appointments offer patients flexible and convenient dental care close to home.


Founded and established in 2008, The Office of Ronald A. Murphy, DMD, serves families in Batavia and the Greater Chicago Area. Dr. Murphy achieved his Doctor of Dental Medicine at the Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. Dr. Murphy is a past-Secretary of the Rotary Club and is a member of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce. Every year, Dr. Murphy’s office serves as a drop-off site for Toys for Tots. With three young daughters at home and the help of his wife, Sarah, Dr. Murphy has made child literacy in his community a mission.


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