Stylish hats, fashionable golf attire and excited golfers were all in place and ready to support Honey Shine during Tracy Wilson Mourning’s “Hats Off” Women, Wellness & Golf. This annual fundraising event took place at the JW Marriott Miami Turnberry on May 18th, and raised money for girls to attend Camp Honey Shine and receive…
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May was filled with lots of exciting and wonderful news, as well as events; and it was especially great for Alonzo Mourning, who was inducted into the Jason Taylor Foundation Community Hall of Fame. This amazing honor spotlights Alonzo’s resilience and unyielding dedication to serving and giving back to the community. During the celebratory evening,…
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For some fashion is a way of life, a state of being and a way to transform the ordinary, and girls from Honey Shine had the chance to explore fashionable trends at the Marina Massone Fashion Trunk Show. Our young ladies saw Maina Massone’s latest fashion pieces, tried on items, and received great fashion tips.…
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Tracy Mourning, along with CEO, Tina Brown and OYC Board Member Cristal Cole had a “rockin’”good time supporting Lauren’s Kids first annual First Kids Gala. This rockstar inspired gala honored amazing, trailblazing advocates in our community. We are always willing to cheer and support organizations that protect and serve our children, as together we can…
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Everbridge, which was founded in 2002 in the aftermath of the tragic events of 9/11, with the mission of helping to keep people safe amid critical situations; has made a very generous donation to OYC. Their support enables us the opportunity to continue to provide outstanding services and programs that change the trajectory of our…
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OYC has been providing services and programs to countless youth and families in our community for nearly two decades. Through the benevolence of countless organizations, individuals and corporations, we have been able to offer free programming, activities and services that positively impact the lives of those in our society. Antares Capital, which is a provider…
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During the month of April we celebrated our committed volunteers who freely give their time and energy volunteering at Overtown Youth Center and Honey Shine. We are privileged to have some of the most dedicated volunteers who work side-by-side with us, helping us provide programming and services that enhance the lives of those undeserved in…
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The Overtown Youth Center team gathered together at The Urban Miami and put on their thinking caps at the Strategic Planning Meeting. The Urban Miami was the perfect setting for our team to gather and brainstorm ideas to enhance our program operations. During, the meeting we discussed the added challenges people in our community now…
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Overtown Youth Center is proud to announce our two newest Board of Directors, Rashmi Airan and Cristal Cole. Rashmi Airan is a corporate and motivational speaker, whose has extensive experience, as well as knowledge in corporate and government law. Ms. Airan personal life experiences provided her with powerful discernment, which has shaped her into the…
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The Overtown Youth Center is grateful for our ongoing partnership and the work we are able to offer through our partnership with Northern Trust. We are truly delighted to be included in Northern Trust’s 2021 Philanthropic Impact Report. More than $5 million in equity investment in New Markets Tax Credits have been awarded to the…
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