TK Foundation New sletter - Tarence Kinsey Foundation
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TK Foundation New sletter - Tarence Kinsey Foundation
Volume 1 Issue 2 Special points of interest: Webpage: Is available for Social Media access 21 June 2015 Quarterly: TK Foundation Newsletter A Tribute to: Family, Friends and Supporter’s Announcements: See (page 3) TK Foundation Newsletter TARENCE KINSEY FOUNDATON (NON-PROFIT) ORGANIZATION Top Story: “Who we are” as a Foundation. Tarence Kinsey Foundation (Non-profit) Organization, Tampa, Florida was established on 21 September 2009, for the purpose of establishing and supporting community projects, especially those involving our youth and their families in Tampa Bay community and surrounding areas. 1. Mission: Our mission is to empower and motivate our youth by developing and fostering goal setting accountability and social responsibility skills. We will instill a “Yes I Can” Commitment to achievement with focus on academics, health, physical fitness and career preparedness 2. Goal: Is to increase the amount of kids we help every year by providing more college scholarships, mentoring programs, life skills events, and additional educational and athletic resources to help better the lives of our youth. 3. Vision: Our ultimate vision is to enrich the quality of life for our youth and their families. We have a strong focus on helping kids understand their potential, proper decision making and community to family. Mentoring Program: Is a program within the TK Foundation called “Circle Me” with the mission of improving the social, moral, physical and mental well being of young teens. We impart information and skills that educate, promote leadership, accountability, health and wellness. Our aim is to circle the individual with love and support help to enrich his or her quality of life. Our goal is to ensure that every teen reach their highest potential. TK’s Annual Celebration Dinner this year will take place on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at the Westin Tampa Bay on Rocky Point. The foundations goal is to raise $10,000 to go towards the 20152016 Tarence Kinsey Foundation’s scholarships fund. Inside this issue: Story Headlines: Tarence Kinsey Jersey Retirement at JHS On June 2, 2015, Jefferson High School retired Tarence Kinsey’s basketball jersey at the boys basketball awards banquet. Tarence is the All-time leading scorer with 1, 830 points. Tarence attended JHS from 1998-2002. For more details visit: www.tarencekinseyfoundation.org /events Top Stories & Headlines 1 Staff & Members 2 Anniversaries-Birthdays 2 Health and Sport Page 2 Community Activities 3 Circle Me updates 4 Events Recap 4 Page 2 TK FOUNDATION NEWSLETTER Staff & Members: PRESIDENT-FOUNDER Mr. Tarence A. Kinsey, Jr. CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Mr. Lewis G. Shepherd EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mrs. Alisa G. McPherson-Howell COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR Mrs. Carlisia Martin-Shepherd DIRECTOR OF MARKETING +PR Ms. Carolynn Smith AMBASSADOR-DIRECTOR FOR OVERSEAS EXECUTIVE ADMINISTRATOR TREASURER **Honorary Chairman** “Tell me and I forget, teach me and I may remember, involve me and I learn." Mr. JT “Uncle Nump” Bull Jr. Ms. April Y. Williams VACANT Mr. Randolph Kinsey Anniversaries-Birthdays: (July - August 2014) July: Benjamin Franklin August: 3- Aug Happy Birthday to Carlisia Shepherd (Communications Director) TK’s Health & Wellness Corner: Health Tips : Youth and Adults should be getting a minimum of 7 hours of sleep each night to help reduce the risk of: mood swings, depression, and weight gain. Take a multi-vitamin every day and get your recommended amount of calcium through food or supplements as well as vitamin D and omega-3 fats. September: Sport Activities: USF Men’s Basketball Camp: The TK Foundation was able to sponsor our mentee’s Jeremiah and Rashard for the USF Men’s Basketball Camp this June. The boys had a great time, learned a lot, and received great exposure from the USF coaches. VOLUME 1 ISSUE 2 Page 3 Community Activities: TK” & Friends Pro Skills Basketball Camp will take place on Saturday and Sunday, July 25 and 26th at Jefferson High School. The skills camp will include: offense, defense, shooting, ball handling, agility, and “off court” life skills. The players will be taught the same drills as the NBA! The City of Tampa Black History Committee, Inc. recognized our founder, Tarence Kinsey, as the youngest African American Sports Legend of Tampa Bay. The awards ceremony was held on February 18, 2015 at the Tampa Convention Center. TK Foundation 3rd Annual Celebration “Fund Raising” Dinner this year will take place on Saturday, July 11, 2015 at the Westin Tampa Bay on Rocky Point. The foundations goal is to raise $10,000 to go towards the 2015-2016 Tarence Kinsey Foundation’s scholarships fund. Our mentee’s will have the chance to show how much the Mentoring Program, has inspired there lives. “The heart of MENTORING Registration is open until July 20th www.tarencekinseyfoundation.com /camps TK’s Annual Back to School Bash will be held in August 2015 at the Belmont Heights Boys and Girls Club. More details will be announced in July. Monthly-Quarterly Meeting & Announcements: Getting the most out of life isn’t about how much you keep for yourself, but how much you pour into Board of Directors-will meet on 2 July 2015 for the next Quarterly Board Meeting. others” ... A Tribute to family, friends & supporter’s… TK Foundation would like to thank each and every one of you, who; continue to support the foundation’s vision year after year. The “Circle Me” Mentoring Program continue to support their mentees by “mentoring and building the youth of our future.” Sponsor’s & Supporter’s: Sponsor’s: Supporter’s: Distinguished “DGs” Gentlemen TK Foundation would like to express our deepest appreciation for your (Veterans of Saudi Arabia) generous contributions (donations) “JT” Uncle Nump Bull Jr. in support of the TK Foundation. Seven Marketing + PR Thanks! Veterans of Saudi Arabia (VOSA) “Give Day Tampa Bay” Brand Awareness in the Community “Circle Me at Give Day Tampa Bay”- Public Speaking 2014 “Circle Me” Graduate Dequan Wilson and Executive Director, Lisa McPherson—Howell (above); overcame their public speaking fears by appearing “Live” on PBS—WEDU for “Give Day Tampa Bay”. “Give Day Tampa Bay” was held on May 5th to bring recognition and awareness to Tampa Bay nonprofits. Lisa and Dequan were selected as one of Tampa Bay’s nonprofits to be interviewed. They were able to create awareness and brand recognition for the TK Foundation, and helped the foundation raise money. COTBHC Black History Celebration │ TK Jersey Retirement at JHS Visit us at: www.tarencekinseyfoundation.org │facebook.com/tarencekinseyfoundation Contact Us: Phone: (813)-358-3511 │E-mail: [email protected] 11328 Winthrop Avenue, Riverview, FL 33578