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Helping Hands of Tampa Bay Foundation, Inc.

Scholarships

Rewarding the young people who reach higher

Helping Hands awards Tampa Bay youth who excel in academics, sports and extra-curricular activities, who go above and beyond in their communities, or who are pursuing study abroad.

Available awards

Our scholarships

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Signature award

Thirty Three over Three “33/3” Scholarship Award

Tampa Bay youth who excel at the highest levels in both academics and athletics.

Finalists selected September 1 · Awards begin the following January

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Academic Excellence Award

Students who distinguish themselves in the classroom through outstanding grades and a love of learning.

Nominations accepted year-round

Athletics & Extra-Curricular Award

Young people who excel in sports or extra-curricular activities such as the arts, music, STEM or leadership.

Nominations accepted year-round

Community Champion Award

Youth who go above and beyond in service to their neighbors, schools and communities.

Nominations accepted year-round

Study Abroad & Sports Training Assistance

Students accepted into a study abroad program or an advanced sports training program who need financial support.

Requests reviewed on a rolling basis

Eligibility

Who can apply

  • Reside in or attend school in the Tampa Bay area (Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Manatee or surrounding counties).
  • Be a student in good standing at the time of nomination.
  • Demonstrate excellence in academics, sports, extra-curricular activities or community service.
  • Be nominated by a coach, teacher, school administrator, community leader or parent/guardian.

How to apply

Three simple steps

  1. 1

    Complete the online form

    Use our nomination & application form to tell us about the candidate.

  2. 2

    Send supporting materials

    We may request a transcript, recommendation letters or athletic records.

  3. 3

    Committee review

    Our selection committee reviews every candidate and selects finalists.

Past recipients

Celebrating our scholars

Enzo Longrie holding his 33/3 Award certificate

Enzo Longrie

Thirty Three over Three “33/3” Award recipient

Could your student be next?

Finalists are selected each September 1 and celebrated at the Helping Hands Tailgate Party.

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