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Safe & Sound Hillsborough Building safer communities in Hillsborough County by preventing violence, promoting youth development, and fostering neighborhood collaboration.

Week 2 of Streets 2 Success focused on how our decisions shape our destinies. Through honest conversations about peer pr...
09/11/2026

Week 2 of Streets 2 Success focused on how our decisions shape our destinies. Through honest conversations about peer pressure, accountability, and thinking before reacting, youth explored how one choice can change the direction of their future.

Thank you to powellsfoundation for creating a space where young people can learn, reflect, and make positive choices.

09/11/2026

🌟 Community Spotlight: 813STOPtheviolencetour

Safe & Sound Hillsborough is proud to spotlight LaShawn Tims and as one of our 2026 Hillsborough County Youth Violence Prevention Mini-Grant recipients.

After collaborating with us during the Safe Summer Series, 813 Stop the Violence continues its commitment to empowering youth, supporting families, and creating safer communities through meaningful action.

In partnership with , and Robinson High School PTSA, they’re hosting Community Care Days:

📅 September 12 — Robinson High School
📅 September 19 — Wimauma Library
⏰ 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Participants can help beautify the community, connect with local organizations, and earn community-service hours, including Bright Futures hours. All ages are welcome!

We’re grateful to each organization contributing to this initiative and to Hillsborough County for supporting community-led youth violence prevention efforts. 🧡

Scan the QR code on the flyer to sign up!

Another win for our youth!Today, Chief Jason Dougherty, Deputy Chief Jose “Pep” Prado and Public Relations Officer Jess...
09/09/2026

Another win for our youth!

Today, Chief Jason Dougherty, Deputy Chief Jose “Pep” Prado and Public Relations Officer Jessica Coy & Hillsborough County Fire Rescue, Florida stopped by Safe & Sound Hillsborough’s Reporting Center along with Commissioner Gwen Myers to drop off a donation of clothing and shoes for youth being served through our multiple programs. Shirts, pants, shoes, ties, and belts will help our youth look their best while attending school, sessions at Safe & Sound and more! We are grateful not only for their donation but their partnership.

Stay tuned for more exciting news coming soon! Together, the Village WILL Win! 🏆

09/08/2026

Real discussions about real issues. 💙💚

During the first Streets 2 Success session with Daniel Powell , young people were given space to have honest conversations about the choices, influences, and consequences that can shape their lives.

From understanding why young people may be drawn to gangs and the false promises that come with street life, to discussing gun violence, social media influence, respect vs. reputation, and the impact these decisions can have on victims, families, and entire communities, this conversation was about looking beyond the moment and thinking about the future.

That’s what Streets 2 Success is about: creating a space where youth can ask questions, hear real experiences, challenge the way they think, and leave with something they can carry with them.

Because sometimes one real conversation can change the direction of a life.

Real talk. Real solutions. Real change.

Shoutout to Powells Foundation for creating opportunities for our youth to learn, reflect, and build a future worth fighting for. 💚

09/06/2026

As part of Black Tampa Historians Unlock Your Legacy experience, youth took part in a walking tour with Jamila Davis of “What it Was Tampa Walking Tour” learning how redlining and Jim Crow laws shaped where Black families could live, gather, and build community in Tampa.

Understanding the history behind our neighborhoods gives young people a deeper understanding of the systems that shaped them and the legacy they have the power to carry forward.

Know your past. Understand your community. Unlock your legacy. 🖤❤️💚

09/06/2026

As part of Black Tampa Historians Unlock Your Legacy experience, youth watched BLINK: A Gun Violence Prevention Short Film and participated in a guided talkback with Ashley Morrow.

The conversation encouraged young people to think critically about choices, consequences, conflict, and how one decision can impact the direction of their future.

Know your past. Make positive choices. Build your community. 🖤❤️💚
We are proud to support meaningful youth violence prevention conversations through the Hillsborough County Youth Violence Prevention Mini-Grant Program and Safe & Sound Hillsborough.

Today is the day! 💙💚We’re putting the spotlight on powellsfoundation as they kick off their Streets 2 Success Program, a...
09/05/2026

Today is the day! 💙💚

We’re putting the spotlight on powellsfoundation as they kick off their Streets 2 Success Program, an initiative created to inspire change, build purpose, and help young people create a better future.

Through Streets 2 Success, youth ages 15–20 will take part in real conversations about gun violence, decision-making, emotional intelligence, accountability, and the choices that can shape their future.

📍 C. Blythe Andrews Library
⏰ 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

💚 TODAY, September 5: The Streets Have a Cost
💙 Saturday, September 12: Decisions Shape Destinies
💚 Saturday, September 19: Controlling Your Emotions + Community Cleanup

🍽️ Lunch provided
🎟️ Attend all three events for a chance to win a tablet!

Powell’s Foundation is helping create spaces where young people can be heard, supported, challenged, and encouraged to make choices that move them toward a stronger future. We’re proud to spotlight organizations doing meaningful work with youth right here in our community.

Real talk. Real solutions. Real change.

Proudly supported through the Hillsborough County Youth Violence Prevention Mini Grant Program in partnership with Safe & Sound Hillsborough and Hillsborough County.

Tomorrow, blacktampahistorians is inviting Tampa teens to Unlock Your Legacy, a youth violence prevention and Black hist...
09/04/2026

Tomorrow, blacktampahistorians is inviting Tampa teens to Unlock Your Legacy, a youth violence prevention and Black history experience focused on helping young people understand where they come from, make positive choices, and build stronger connections to their community.

Led by Ashley Morrow, this event will give teens ages 13 to 18 an opportunity to engage with Black history, meaningful conversation, and community-centered activities designed to inspire pride, purpose, and positive decision-making.

The event takes place Saturday, September 5, from 11 AM to 2 PM. Drop off will be at C. Blythe Andrews Jr. Public Library, with pick up at Tampa Park Plaza. Lunch will be provided, and space is limited.

We’re proud to support Ashley Morrow and Black Tampa Historians as they continue creating opportunities that educate, empower, and invest in the next generation.

Made possible through the Hillsborough County Youth Violence Prevention Mini Grant Program with support from Hillsborough County and Safe & Sound Hillsborough.

Know your past. Make positive choices. Build your community.

Congratulations to the organizations selected to participate in the Hillsborough Youth Violence Prevention Mini Grant Pr...
09/03/2026

Congratulations to the organizations selected to participate in the Hillsborough Youth Violence Prevention Mini Grant Program (2026)! 🎉💙

Through support from the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners, Safe & Sound Hillsborough is partnering with community organizations across Hillsborough County to provide youth violence prevention initiatives, educational programming, community engagement activities, mentorship, wellness programming, and neighborhood beautification projects.

We’re proud to recognize Black Tampa Historians, Powells Foundation, Kappa League Tampa, Daughters Rise Up / Underground Network, Building Strong Families, 813STOPtheviolencetour, Enhance Your Chance, Triumph Church, Beaute Blueprint Foundation, Hearts of Valor, Brothers United Building Brothers Alliance, BUBBA INC, King High School Cheerleading Team, ImPowered Minds of Florida, and Going Into Pieces Movement.

We are grateful to be able to support the first two rounds of organizations through this effort. We encourage the community to stay engaged to learn about the projects starting as early as this Labor Day Weekend!

Thank you for your commitment to creating safer communities and positive opportunities for youth and families throughout Hillsborough County. 💙

09/02/2026

We closed out the Safe Summer Series with an incredible final event filled with competition, creativity, and community. 🏈🔥

Six boys teams and three girls teams came out ready to compete for cash prizes, while youth and families also enjoyed Madden, cricket, arts and crafts, music, and activities for everyone. More importantly, the event gave our young people a safe, positive space to connect, compete, and have fun.

A very special shoutout to Tampa Mentality for helping bring this event to life. From bringing great ideas to the table to helping bring the community together, their creativity, leadership, and commitment to Tampa’s youth played a huge role in making this possible. It is always inspiring to see young, bright minds step up, lead, and create meaningful opportunities for their community.

We also want to thank Hillsborough County, Jamal Jefferson, Tampa Police Department, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, 813STOPtheviolencetour , Riptide Girls Flag Football Club, the young ladies representing King High School, and every coach, volunteer, community partner, family member, and young person who showed up and made our final event of the summer one to remember.

The Safe Summer Series may be over, but the work continues. Stay connected, continue supporting positive opportunities for our youth, and help us keep building safer, stronger communities throughout Hillsborough County. 💙

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