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Keep a kid in the game.
Your gift funds coaching, tutoring, test prep and mentoring for East Tampa kids, on and off the court.
Where your gift goes.
Athletic programs
More sports and more spots, so more kids can play, learn and build a love for being active.
Academic support
Tutoring, mentoring, ACT and SAT prep and college prep workshops.
Personal growth
Workshops, seminars and counseling that build self-awareness and leadership.
Scholarships
So no kid misses a camp or a season because of cost.
Other ways to give
Leave your mark
A personalized commemorative tile, a permanent part of the building. Supports Future Forward.
Round-ups
Round up everyday purchases to the next dollar and give the change.
Employer match
Many Tampa Bay employers double gifts. confirm
Sponsor an event
Make a gift
Secure checkout by Harness, the giving tool The Skills Center already uses. The Skills Center, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), EIN 26-0631467. Gifts are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Sponsor the night.
Three signature events, one sponsor team. Put your brand in front of Tampa Bay's business and community leaders while you fund the next generation.
8th Annual SNKR Ball
A Black Tie Affair, with sneakers. Celebrating 20 years of The Skills Center.
- Tables and brand packages
- Program book and red carpet
- Video and photo coverage
Annual Golf Tournament
Golf, a day party and a room full of decision makers at Carrollwood Country Club.
- Hole and brand sponsors
- Foursomes
- Table vendors
Gasparilla Hoopfest
A youth basketball tournament for 2nd through 11th grade that fills Tampa courts for a weekend.
- Court and banner sponsors
- Food truck vendors
- Family audience
2026 SNKR Ball sponsors included Outback, Wingstop, Rooms To Go, LifeLink, TECO, ReliaQuest Bowl, Suncoast, Helios and the Tampa Bay Lightning. confirm
Preview only. The live site hosts the packet as a PDF here, instead of an Adobe link.
Volunteer.
One form for every way to help. Pick what fits and we'll match you.
