The Vince Carter Embassy of Hope Foundation

03/03/2026

🏀🔥 Vince Carter’s 2026 Youth Basketball Academy is Back! 🔥🏀

This summer, give your child the opportunity to train with an NBA legend!

📍 Location: Vince Carter Athletic Center
📅 Dates: July 27–July 30, 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 noon
👧🏽👦🏼 Ages: 7–17 (girls & boys welcome!)

Hosted by NBA All-Star Vince Carter, this academy focuses on:
✔️ Basketball fundamentals
✔️ Skill development
✔️ Teamwork
✔️ Life skills
✔️ Confidence building in a positive, high-energy environment

Campers are placed on teams based on age and ability to ensure the best experience for everyone.

✨ Each camper receives:
• A team picture with Vince
• One autographed item of their choice
• Giveaways & special recognitions
• Daily interaction with Vince himself!

💲 Registration:
• $225 per camper
• $190 sibling rate (each additional camper)

Spots fill quickly — don’t miss this opportunity to learn from one of the best to ever play the game!

📞 (386) 239-8215
📧 [email protected]

Tag a parent who needs this for their young athlete! 🏀💪

12/12/2025

AN EMBASSY OF HOPE FOUNDATION PROJECT
Gowns may be dropped off at the Vince Carter Athletic Center (Mainland High School) or arrangements can be made for pick-up by calling 386-239-8215

11/09/2025

Special Announcement:

This season, we’re coming together to make sure families in our community have a joyful Christmas meal. 💛
Want to sponsor a basket? Just $100 makes a big difference. 🎁
Thank you for giving, sharing, and caring. 💚

07/03/2025

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Tim Huth, one of the founding board members of the Embassy of Hope Foundation.

Since the foundation’s inception in 1999, Tim was a steadfast supporter and active participant in its mission to serve the community. Known for his unwavering dedication, Tim was always there when others needed help — a true pillar of compassion and service throughout Volusia County. He generously served on many local boards and touched countless lives through his leadership and kindness.

Tim’s involvement with the Embassy of Hope Foundation began with a meaningful connection. Founder Vince Carter personally selected the original board members based on close relationships and shared values. Tim, who served as principal of Mainland High School from 1991 to 1995, was not only a mentor and educator but also one of Vince’s earliest and most enthusiastic supporters.

The Advisory Board of the Embassy of Hope Foundation extends our heartfelt condolences to the Huth family and all who knew and loved him. His legacy of service, generosity, and community commitment will never be forgotten.

05/28/2025

Kids Tag Art is an innovative program that blends arts education and fundraising by having 5th graders design their own specialty license plates. The project teaches students about Florida’s specialty plates and encourages them to express causes they care about while raising money for their school’s art program through plate sales.

For the second year in a row, the Embassy of Hope Foundation is proud to sponsor this impactful program. Congratulations to Adilyn Mercado, a 5th grader at Champion Elementary School, whose design was selected as the Foundation’s 2025 winner! In addition, Champion Elementary’s art class will receive $2,000 to support art education and supplies.

To learn more or support the program, contact Emily Mastrantonio at (386) 507-9355 or visit vctaxcollector.org.

03/03/2025

What an amazing day!

02/07/2025

Join Us for Youth Day!
Bring the family and come out for a fun-filled afternoon at the Yvonne Scarlett Golden Center in Daytona Beach!

🗓 Date: Saturday, March 1, 2025
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 Location: 1000 Vine Street, Daytona Beach

Enjoy activities, arts & crafts, and refreshments as we celebrate and empower our youth. Don’t miss this incredible event presented by Embassy of Hope!

For more information, visit www.cultuvue.org

We can’t wait to see you there!

01/17/2025

Apply now for the 2025 Vince Carter Youth Basketball Academy—For application, go to www.vincecarter15.com

01/09/2025

Happy New Year!

The 2025 Vince Carter "Believing In Your Dreams" Scholarship application is now available at all Volusia County public high schools. For more details, please visit the guidance counselor's office. Applications must be submitted by March 25, 2025.

*To be eligible, applicants must have participated in basketball, volleyball, or band (including auxiliaries) for a minimum of two years.

12/26/2024

12/26/2024

It’s beginning to look like Christmas, but we’ve got to eat! Saturday , December 21, 2024, was the scene, once again, of Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Vince Carter and his Embassy of Hope Foundation in partnership with Publix Supermarkets presenting “Believing in Christmas” annual food basket giveaway. EOH Board members and volunteers gathered outside the Vince Carter Athletic Center at Mainland High School to distribute plentiful food baskets containing a gift card to purchase a turkey or meat of choice, white potatoes, sweet potatoes, onions, celery, stuffing mix, canned vegetables, eggs, margarine, apple pie and more to groups feeding families needing assistance this Christmas season. This is the 25th year that Carter and his advisory board have made it possible for families to have a nice meal at Christmas. As Vince said, “This is a small piece of what we can do for our community. Being able to put a good meal on the table where family and friends can gather is important.” This year, some of the recipients included the Children’s Home Society, Halifax Health Hospice, Family Renew, and families involved in some of our local churches.

Vince and the Embassy of Hope Advisory Board wish everyone blessings for this holiday season and good health for the New Year.