Tampa Bay Academy of Hope

Tampa Bay Academy of Hope Tampa Bay Academy of Hope is a 501C3 nonprofit organization focused on providing prevention and intervention programming for youth, individuals, and families.

Founded in 1996, the Tampa Bay Academy of Hope has assisted over 2,500 youth and their families. Tampa Bay Academy of Hope's mission is to make a difference in the lives of at-risk youth, individuals and families by providing prevention, intervention and diversionary programs in a safe, supportive and structured environment

Vision Statement - With the Academy's help, young people, adults and fami

lies overcome barriers and achieve skills so that they can become productive members of society building strong families and even stronger communities.

🖤💛 Black History Month | Black Excellence in Workforce DevelopmentThis month, we honor the powerful ways African America...
02/27/2026

🖤💛 Black History Month | Black Excellence in Workforce Development

This month, we honor the powerful ways African Americans have shaped workforce development; building opportunity, expanding access to training, and strengthening industries across generations.

A few lasting contributions include:
✅ Vocational & skills training: Leaders like Booker T. Washington advanced hands-on career education that prepared generations for skilled trades and emerging industries.
✅ Entrepreneurship & job creation: Trailblazers like Madam C.J. Walker created businesses that employed and trained others, proving that ownership builds pathways.
✅ Labor rights & fair work: Organizers like A. Philip Randolph helped expand worker protections and economic opportunity for working families.
✅ STEM innovation: Black inventors, engineers, and scientists have fueled progress in transportation, manufacturing, healthcare, and technology, turning ideas into careers.

At Tampa Bay Academy of Hope, we carry that legacy forward through mentoring, training, and career pathways that help young people and families move toward stability and success.

💙 Want to be part of the next chapter?
Support our workforce development and mentoring efforts—share this post, partner with us, or sign up to mentor.

Highlighting student voice. Thank you Antoine. Honoring African Americans’ contributions to mentoring & education:Mary M...
02/26/2026

Highlighting student voice. Thank you Antoine. Honoring African Americans’ contributions to mentoring & education:
Mary McLeod Bethune • Booker T. Washington • George Washington Carver • Carter G. Woodson

Mentoring is a legacy of leadership. 💛
👇 Comment: Who was a mentor who made a difference for you?

🖤💛💚 BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Mentoring & EducationAfrican Americans have shaped generations through teaching, leadership, a...
02/26/2026

🖤💛💚 BLACK HISTORY MONTH | Mentoring & Education

African Americans have shaped generations through teaching, leadership, and community care. Today we honor a few trailblazers whose work continues to inspire mentoring:

• Mary McLeod Bethune
• Booker T. Washington
• George Washington Carver
• Carter G. Woodson

Mentoring is a legacy of leadership—opening doors through encouragement, opportunity, and guidance. Thank you mentoring student Antoine for this information. We are highlighting the thoughts of our students.

👇 Comment: Who was a mentor who made a difference for you?

🖤💛💚 Black History Month | Youth Voice SpotlightOur youth are learning, leading, and sharing history—one fact at a time.L...
02/26/2026

🖤💛💚 Black History Month | Youth Voice Spotlight

Our youth are learning, leading, and sharing history—one fact at a time.

Little-known fact submitted by Youth Mentee Quarmyr Woods:
In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month, urging Americans to honor the accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history.

✨ Now it’s your turn: Drop a little-known Black history fact in the comments!

✨ LAKELAND — YOU’RE INVITED! ✨Join us for a **Tampa Bay Academy of Hope (TBAH) Meet & Greet** and learn how we support y...
02/18/2026

✨ LAKELAND — YOU’RE INVITED! ✨
Join us for a **Tampa Bay Academy of Hope (TBAH) Meet & Greet** and learn how we support youth and the community through mentoring, life skills, workforce development, and more.

We’re recruiting:
👥 **Youth Mentees (Ages 10–19)**
🤝 **Volunteer Mentors**

📍 **Simpson Park**
1725 Martin L King Jr Ave, Lakeland, FL 33805
🗓️ **Wednesday, February 18, 2026**
⏰ **4:00 PM – 5:30 PM**

Bring your questions, bring a friend, and come connect with the TBAH team!
💬 **DM us “MENTOR” or “MENTEE”** and we’ll send the sign-up link.

🏈 Congratulations to the Seattle Seahawks on their Super Bowl win! 🏆What a powerful reminder that big moments are even m...
02/10/2026

🏈 Congratulations to the Seattle Seahawks on their Super Bowl win! 🏆
What a powerful reminder that big moments are even more meaningful when they’re shared with people who guide, encourage, and believe in us.

During National Mentoring Month, let’s keep that same energy in our community by showing up for our youth.
💙 A mentor can help shape confidence, character, and future goals—one conversation at a time.

Want to make a difference? Become a mentor with Tampa Bay Academy of Hope.

🎉 Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧🐉Wishing our community a year filled with health, joy, and new beginnings.As we celebrate fresh...
01/30/2026

🎉 Happy Lunar New Year! 🧧🐉
Wishing our community a year filled with health, joy, and new beginnings.

As we celebrate fresh starts, we’re also celebrating National Mentoring Month—because every young person deserves someone who believes in them, encourages them, and helps them grow.

✨ Want to make this year meaningful in a powerful way? Become a mentor.
Scan the QR code to apply or learn more.

01/29/2026

TK (Program Director, Tampa Bay Academy of Hope)

Mentorship looks different to everyone, but its impact is always powerful.

TK, Program Director at Tampa Bay Academy of Hope, shares what mentorship means to him and why it plays such a critical role in supporting and uplifting our youth. Through mentorship, we create safe spaces, build confidence, and help young people see what’s possible for their future.

We’re proud to celebrate the mentors who show up every day and make a difference.








01/27/2026

🍫🎂 Happy National Chocolate Cake Day!

Today is a sweet reminder that the best things in life are meant to be shared—including our time, encouragement, and support. 💛

It’s National Mentoring Month, and Tampa Bay Academy of Hope is looking for caring adults who are ready to show up for youth in our community.

✨ Sweeten a life - become a mentor.
📲 Scan the QR code to apply today!

01/27/2026

Alicia (Mentor at Tampa Bay Academy of Hope)

Mentorship is more than guidance, it’s presence, belief, and love. 💙

Alicia, one of our incredible mentors here at Tampa Bay Academy of Hope, shares what mentorship truly means to her. She reflects on how being mentored shaped the woman she is today and honors her aunt, who was a treasured mentor in her life and helped guide her as a youth.

This is the power of mentorship: showing up, planting seeds, and changing lives across generations.









Address

7402 N 56th Street, Ste 400
Tampa, FL
33617

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 6pm
Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm

Telephone

+18136204029

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