Programs

Program areas that expand opportunity and strengthen community.

Education, mentorship, entrepreneurship, service, culture and partnership come together to create pathways for people and communities across Tampa Bay.

Program Areas

Six connected areas of community work.

Each area supports the Foundation’s broader purpose of expanding educational, social and economic opportunity across Tampa Bay.

Future Leaders Program

Mentorship, leadership development and professional development for students and young adults.

MentorshipLeadership developmentProfessional developmentStudents & young adults

Education & Scholarship Initiative

Educational programs and scholarship assistance designed to help students pursue their academic and professional goals.

EducationScholarship assistanceAcademic goalsProfessional goals

Entrepreneur Empowerment Program

Mentorship, workshops, advisory support and networking for entrepreneurs and minority-owned startups.

Advisory supportWorkshopsNetworkingCommunity resources

Community Service Initiative

Volunteer opportunities and community service projects that encourage individuals and organizations to give back.

VolunteerismCommunity serviceTime & skills

Cultural & Community Engagement

Programs and events that promote cultural understanding, social connection, professional engagement and community participation.

CultureConnectionProfessional engagementCommunity participation

Tampa Bay Community Partnerships

Collaborative initiatives with schools, universities, businesses, civic organizations and community leaders to address community needs.

SchoolsUniversitiesBusinessesCivic & community partners

Who We Serve

Creating opportunity across the Tampa Bay community.

Our work is designed to benefit the broader community, with particular emphasis on the people and organizations below.

Students & Young Adults

Creating pathways for education, mentorship and leadership.

Underserved Communities

Supporting educational and economic empowerment opportunities.

Entrepreneurs

Providing mentorship, advisory resources, workshops and networking.

Minority-Owned Businesses

Helping emerging businesses access knowledge, relationships and opportunities.

Community Organizations

Building partnerships that strengthen community programs and services.

Volunteers & Community Leaders

Creating meaningful opportunities to serve and make a difference.

Build With Us

Partnership can extend opportunity across every program area.

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