Florida 501(c)(3) · Since 2014
Lifting up the youth of Tampa Bay.
We financially assist young people, schools and organizations facing hardship — and award the students who excel in the classroom, on the field, and in their communities.
Who we are
A helping hand when it matters most
Helping Hands of Tampa Bay Foundation was set up and organized with the hope of financially assisting and awarding the youth in Tampa Bay, Florida.
We assist the youths, organizations and schools facing hardships — and we award young people who excel in academics, sports or extra-curricular activities, who go above and beyond in their communities, or who are pursuing the opportunity to study abroad.
Where we help
Three ways we serve our community
Support for schools & programs
We reach out to organizations in need — such as schools that need books or supplies.
Recognizing student-athletes
We recognize and award youth athletes who demonstrate academic and sports achievement at the highest levels.
Study abroad & training
We offer assistance to students for study abroad programs and sports training programs.
Our signature award
The Thirty Three over Three “33/3” Scholarship Award
The 33/3 Award honors Tampa Bay youth who rise to the top in academics and athletics. Recipients are presented their scholarship at the Helping Hands Tailgate Party, in front of our honored guests, contributors and stakeholders.
Congratulations, Enzo Longrie!
The award year
From nomination to celebration
- 1
Year-round
Nominations open
Submit a deserving young person for the 33/3 Award.
- 2
September 1
Finalists selected
Our committee announces the year’s finalists.
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Before the Tailgate
Recipients contacted
Winners are presented at the Helping Hands Tailgate Party.
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The following January
Awards begin
Scholarship funds begin supporting each recipient.