North Fort Myers Neighbor Living | The Tommy Bohanon Foundation delivers $50,000 in sports grants to local programs
The Tommy Bohanon Foundation has delivered $50,000 in sports grants to local programs in Southwest Florida, last month awarding grants to five deserving programs.
Tommy Bohanon and his wife, Katie, traveled to local high schools, dedicated to empowering young athletes on and off the field. These grants were awarded to the following programs: North Fort Myers High School Athletics Program, Mariner High School Athletics Program, Dunbar High School Athletics Program, Pathways to Opportunity Program, Riverdale High School Athletics, and Island Coast High School Athletics.
The funds provided support diverse needs, from purchasing shoulder pads to renovating sports facilities and more, making a tangible difference in each school’s athletic program.
“We are thrilled to support these outstanding programs that contribute to the growth and development of our local youth,” said Tommy Bohanon, former NFL fullback and founder of the foundation, in a prepared statement. “Sports can be a transformative force, and we believe every young athlete deserves the opportunity to excel in a supportive environment.”
As a former student-athlete, Bohanon understands the challenges that come with using old and outdated equipment and is thrilled to provide opportunities that might not have otherwise been afforded to today’s student-athletes.
The foundation’s Sports Grants Award represents another significant step in its mission to empower at-risk youth and create opportunities for their success. Since its inception in 2017, the Tommy Bohanon Foundation has donated nearly $1 million back into the Southwest Florida community. By providing financial support to these programs, the foundation contributes to the growth of local communities, allowing young athletes to reach their highest potential.
The Tommy Bohanon Foundation is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to supporting young athletes to reach their highest potential on and off the playing field. Its programs and community outreach events have helped countless kids in the Southwest Florida area. Opportunities to help through volunteering, participating, or donating, can be found at tommybohanonfoundation.org. For more information, contact Katie Bohanon at 239-671-0441 or katie@tommybohanonfoundation.org. NFMNL
This release appears in the latest issue of the North Fort Myers Neighbor Living magazine, available at locations throughout North Fort Myers.