On Saturday December 17th 2011, Action Sports Foundation partnered with Somebody Cares Tampa Bay, Central Christian Church, Pasadena Baptist Church, His Interfaith Services, Thru His Grace Ministries, and the FUN Movement on a dinner banquet that served over 300 homeless people. Action Sports Foundation played a major role in this event through fundraising efforts and heading up kitchen and food service operations. By working together as a team, we were able to prepare a turkey dinner that was fit for kings, and served with a smile to some less fortunate bay area residents who need it most. Through various donations and fundraising efforts, we were also able to give the banquet attendees a care package to take with them that consisted of toiletries, socks, and a warm blanket. We also gave out toys and sweatshirts to the kids, and our guests were even treated to an impromptu Skateboarding Exhibition with local pro skateboarders. The work we did on Saturday was a collaborative effort among organizations, and "paying it forward" in events such as this one, helps us open up many opportunities for the future of the organization. At Action Sports Foundation, we are dedicated to being role models for our athletes, and encourage our athletes to be the best they can be- both on and off the field. Through the partnerships we have formed, we will be able to have our athletes participate in similar community events and help them form lifelong habits of charitable giving and positive interaction in the community. The sense of accomplishment that is realized after completing a project like this,, brings on an incredible boost of self-esteem and sense of accomplishment . This is a feeling that our organizations strives to perpetuate in everything we do. A special thanks to Albert Ferguson who arranged the use of kitchen facilities at P-TECH.
Thanks to all who participated, and we'll see you at the next event!
