Player Foundations
Dedicated to their community, many Tampa Bay Buccaneers players have established foundations to benefit children, families, and those in need. Their leadership roles in charitable events and initiatives are just another example of how the Buccaneers' community outreach continues to raise the bar in NFL.
The Donald Penn FoundationThe Donald Penn Foundation is dedicated to improving the lives of urban youth and the communities in which they live. By building strategic partnerships and enriching programs within the urban landscapes of Tampa Bay and Los Angeles, The Donald Penn Foundation hopes to build self-confidence and a sense of community in these young people’s lives.
For more information, visit http://www.donaldpenn.com
Earnest Giving, INC.
Earnest Giving, Inc., assists disadvantaged youth through Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Southwest Florida, The Heights Foundation, Boys and Girls Club of Southwest Florida and Heights Elementary School.
TEAM LEE – The James T. Lee Foundation
The mission of TEAM LEE and the James T. Lee Foundation is to motivate and inspire youth within the cities of Belle Glade and Tampa, FL to 'dare to dream' and 'strive to succeed.' Team Lee aims to do so by creating partnerships with various middle and high schools through the creation of academic incentives, scholarship/mentoring programs and athletic events.
As a member of Omega Psi Fraternity, Inc., Lee has adopted its cardinal principles of Manhood, Scholarship, Perseverance and Uplift into every aspect of his efforts within the community. The Foundation will reward students that are committed to academic success, maintain high attendance levels in school and show a commitment to their community.
For more information, visit www.teamlee.org
Kellen Winslow JR. Foundation
The Kellen Winslow Jr. Foundation was initiated by tight end Kellen Winslow Jr. to give back to the Boys & Girls Clubs as well as other children's charities in the cities of Tampa (FL) and San Diego (CA). Winslow hosts a youth football camp every summer and is constantly expanding his philanthropic endeavors to encourage at-risk kids to adopt healthy habits for an active lifestyle.
For more information, visit www.kellenwinslow.com.
Shelton Quarles Impact Foundation
The Shelton Quarles IMPACT Foundation provides assistance to at-risk children and families through programs designed to build self-esteem and help individuals realize and achieve their life goals.
For more information, visit http://www.sheltonquarles.org