Alonzo Mourning

NBA Hall of Famer hosts 23rd Thanksgiving drive for Miami community

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This article was originally published on WSVN.com 11/21/23 https://wsvn.com/news/local/miami-dade/nba-hall-of-famer-hosts-23rd-thanksgiving-drive-for-miami-community/amp/   MIAMI (WSVN) – NBA Hall of Famer, Alonzo Mourning hosted his 23rd annual Thanksgiving drive. Families passed through the Overtown Youth Center for boxes of Thanksgiving goodies that will help them feed their loved ones this holiday. “Sometimes we don’t have money… It’s a good…

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Representatives from Ben and Jerry's serve ice cream to the OYC students during Fall festivities

Thank You Ben and Jerry’s

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We are incredibly grateful to Ben and Jerry’s for their generous support and delicious ice cream donation during our fall festivities. Their contribution brought smiles and joy to the faces of our youth, and we are thrilled to have had the opportunity to partner with such a socially conscious and philanthropic company. At OYC Miami,…

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Traci Wilson Mourning leads the Honey Shine Mentoring Monday series

Mentoring Monday

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In October, Honey Shine launched its Mentoring Monday series, which brings speakers in to lead workshops and sessions with our Honey Bugs. We were thrilled to have Tracy, as our first speaker. Tracy’s session focused on the significance of mentorship, social emotional wellness, and character development. Tracy shared her personal experiences and insights with the…

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Tracy Wilson Mourning receives the Community Award from the Coral Gables Community Foundation

Tracy Wilson Mourning Honor

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The Coral Gables Community Foundation, which was founded in 1991, honored our very own Honey Shine Founder Tracy Wilson Mourning with the Community Award. This illustrious honor, which was presented by the Anthony R. Abraham Foundation, recognizes Tracy’s achievements in our community. Tracy continuously serves as a champion of women and girls, and we are…

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OYC crew at the Celebrity Bowling Night at Sparez bowling alley

Celebrity Bowling Night at Sparez

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Our kids spared some time and struck out at Sparez bowling alley. Thanks to the Jason Taylor Foundation and Miami Dolphin Running Back Raheem Mostert. This memorable event was for the second annual Celebrity Bowling Night as part of his Waves of Success Foundation. This exciting initiative brings youth together to have a safe and…

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OYC families participate in a 'Family Feud' style game night

Family Game Night

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We asked 100 OYC families “To name their favorite game night,”…and the number one answer was…OYC Family Feud Game Night‼️ OYC families participated in a Family Feud Game Night, hosted by our programming team. Facilitated by our very own “Steve Harvey,” teams of families came together to compete for the top score, while others came…

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OYC Post High students participate in a walk to raise funding and awareness for breast cancer

Pink for a Purpose

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OYC Post High students were dressed in pink for a definite purpose… Breast Cancer Awareness. Our post high student’s passion and dedication shined brightly as they organized a walk and fundraiser to raise awareness and support for those affected by breast cancer. Let’s stand together with these inspiring young adults and make a difference in…

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OYC participates in voter registration as part of its civic engagement

Inspiring Civic Engagement

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Are you civically engaged? During the month of September, OYC kicked off its Inspire Civic Engagement initiatives, or I.C.E., on National Voter Registration Day. OYC staff registered to do their civic duties, by making sure they were registered to vote. Also, during the month of September, youth learned about justice and the environment by participating…

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