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Par Four

2024-11-14T07:35:06-05:00October 22nd, 2024|Northwest Florida|

The Par Four Golf Club, Inc. was established in 1968 by nine members "The Original Nine".  The creation was two-fold, to bring the game of golf to the young members of a neglected community and provide some form of support via time or money to worthy organizations in Escambia County.  The current membership will continue [...]

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Soles 4 Souls

2024-11-14T07:51:51-05:00October 10th, 2024|Fundraisers, Northwest Florida, O.J. Semmes Elementary|

Donate to Soles 4 Souls Without a good pair of shoes, kids feel embarrassed, discouraged, or left out — simply because they lack something most of us take for granted. New shoes allow kids to participate more fully in school and free up resources their caregivers can use for other necessities. That's why Derrick Brooks [...]

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Community & Police Relationships: Is Neighborhood Drama Already Making it’s Way onto Campus (Part 2)

2024-09-23T12:55:56-04:00September 23rd, 2024|Community Police Relations (CPR)|

Log on tonight to join us for: Community & Police Relationships: Is Neighborhood Drama Already Making it's Way onto Campus (Part 2)   Monday, September 23, 2024 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM:     Meeting ID: 826 1647 6541 Passcode: 500642

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4th Annual Pensacola Celebrity Classic

2024-08-22T11:26:24-04:00August 22nd, 2024|Events, Fundraisers, Northwest Florida, Pensacola Classic|

Derrick Brooks Charities hosted its 4th Annual Pensacola Celebrity Classic on August 18th and 19th at the Hilton Pensacola Beach and the Pensacola Country Club. We want to thank our sponsors, celebrities, volunteers, and donors for making this event successful. Stay tuned for the announcement of the dates for 2025. [...]

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Recap of The Derrick Brooks Pensacola Golf Classic 2024

2024-08-21T15:27:06-04:00August 21st, 2024|Fundraisers, Golf Tournament, Northwest Florida, Pensacola Classic|

Health, Wellness, and Giving Back: The Derrick Brooks Pensacola Golf Classic 2024 Thanks to everyone who attended, volunteered and supported! https://localpulse.com/2024/08/health-wellness-and-giving-back-the-derrick-brooks-pensacola-golf-classic-2024/

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Join DBC Rites of Passage Female Mentoring Program

2024-08-22T10:42:09-04:00August 15th, 2024|Events, Young Ladies Rites of Passage|

We are welcoming young ladies, ages 9-18, to participate in engaging educational experiences led by caring and dedicated mentors. Enjoy monthly sessions filled with impactful life lessons. Meet new friends and acquire knowledge and skills that will enhance your future! Topics: Life skills Social etiquette Self-esteem building Goal setting Community service & much more! When: [...]

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Pensacola Back 2 School Bash

2024-08-13T10:43:42-04:00August 13th, 2024|DB in the community, DBCYP, Education, Northwest Florida|

Five Derrick Brooks Charities Youth Program members traveled to Pensacola to sponsor the Back 2 School Bash in The Woodland Heights Community Center on Saturday, April 10, 2024. Over 700 youth and residents were in attendance. Derrick Brooks Charities, One More Child, and Bealls Florida distributed 500 backpacks and school supplies to area students. [...]

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18th Annual Back 2 School Bash

2024-08-09T16:06:22-04:00August 9th, 2024|DB in the community, DBCYP, Education, Events|

Derrick Brooks Charities Youth Programs Advisory Committee, Bealls Stores, City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department, East Tampa Business and Civic Association, Tampa Police Department, Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office, Tampa Airport Police Department, and other local organizations held the 18th Annual Back 2 School Bash on Saturday, August 3rd at the Jackson Heights NFL [...]

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Back to School Bash 2024

2024-07-31T19:44:48-04:00July 31st, 2024|DB in the community, Education, Northwest Florida, O.J. Semmes Elementary|

Saturday, August 10th 10am WOODLAND HEIGHTS RESOURCE CENTER 111 Berkley Dr. Pensacola, FL School Supplies! (while supplies last) Free Backpacks, Free Food, Vendors, (Parent/guardian must be present for child to receive backpack For more info visit www.playpensacola.com   SPONSORED BY: Bealls & Bealls Outlet Derrick Brooks Charities Pensacola Police O.J. Semmes Elementary Legal Services of [...]

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Back 2 School Bash 2024

2024-07-09T09:48:35-04:00July 9th, 2024|DB in the community, Education|

Saturday, August 3rd 10am-2pm GLAZER FAMILY FIELD AT JACKSON HEIGHTS  School Supplies! (while supplies last) Free Backpacks, Free Food, Vendors, Entertainment, Music, Raffles & Prizes For more info email Jamal.Jefferson@TampaGov.net   SPONSORED BY: Bealls & Bealls Outlet Derrick Brooks Charities East Tampa Business and Civic Association Parks & Recreation – City of Tampa

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Father’s Day Special – 2024

2024-06-06T16:51:16-04:00June 6th, 2024|Derrick Brooks, Gift Shop Products|

Father’s Day Special! – Get Dad a Personalized, Autographed Photo for only $55! (and help support Derrick Brooks Charities too!) Visit this link to see photo options: https://db55.org/product-category/fathers-day-special/

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CPR – Outstanding Participation Award

2024-04-26T08:13:45-04:00April 26th, 2024|Awards, Community Police Relations (CPR), DBCYP|

Isaiah Morales, a member of the Derrick Brooks Charities Youth Programs, is awarded gift cards from Amazon and PDQ for his outstanding participation in the April Community and Police Relationship forum entitled Unity In Action.

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Brooks DeBartolo High School designated as School of Excellence!

2024-04-09T16:40:28-04:00April 9th, 2024|Awards, BDCHS, News|

Continuing the Tradition of Excellence! https://www.fldoe.org/accountability/accountability-reporting/school-grades/

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February Rites of Passage Program Updates

2024-02-20T13:48:53-05:00February 20th, 2024|Young Ladies Rites of Passage|

During January and February, Derrick Brooks Charities Rites of Passage Program mentor meetings focused on Black History and the importance of working together toward a common goal. We also managed to squeeze in some fun and games as well!

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Living the Dream 2024

2024-01-31T19:37:48-05:00January 31st, 2024|Appearances, Awards, DB in the community, Events, Northwest Florida|

Living the Dream event in Pensacola on January 13th. Derrick Brooks was presented with the keys to the city and January 13th was declared as Derrick Brooks Day in Pensacola! This is an annual declaration. You can watch the full event here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y-CapGDqAGQ

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2024 Derrick Brooks Pensacola Golf Classic

2024-01-23T12:23:14-05:00January 24th, 2024|Celebrity Golf Classic, Events, Northwest Florida, Pensacola Classic|

Join us on Sunday, August 18th – Monday, August 19th for the 2024 Derrick Brooks Pensacola Golf Classic https://youtube.com/shorts/FHMx2yXKp2g?feature=share Learn more

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Brooks Bunch Business Academy at Feeding Tampa Bay

2024-01-23T10:35:17-05:00January 23rd, 2024|Brooks Bunch Business Academy, DB in the community, Events, Volunteer|

Wednesday, January 17, 2024, the Brooks Bunch Business Academy students participated in a community service learning project at Feeding Tampa Bay. They spent three hours sorting and packing food for those in need. What a wonderful organization. It was a pleasure serving our community and an opportunity to “Throw the Rope Back!”

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Community & Police Relationships: Gun Prevention and Education

2024-01-22T11:06:28-05:00January 22nd, 2024|Community Police Relations (CPR)|

Log on tonight to join us for: Community & Police Relationships: Gun Prevention and Education   Monday, January 22 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM:   https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82691988768?pwd=WmpRUW9rNGxsaVF6SFVTNzNzSDlFUT09   Meeting ID: 826 9198 8768 Passcode: 944346

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OJ Semmes Holiday Pajama Drive

2023-12-19T09:06:57-05:00December 19th, 2023|DB in the community, Northwest Florida, O.J. Semmes Elementary|

As a way to celebrate the holidays, the children at  O.J. Semmes Elementary School the children went to school in their pajamas, got to meet with Santa, and watch the “Polar Express.” The pajamas were provided by members of the Tampa Bay community during a pajama drive organized by Derrick Brooks Charities. We collected over [...]

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Bridging The Gap 2023

2023-12-12T09:57:21-05:00December 12th, 2023|Community Police Relations (CPR), DB in the community, DBCYP, News|

The Derrick Brooks Charities Youth Programs Advisory Committee held the Earl Silas Bridging The Gap event in Sulphur Springs on Saturday, December 9, 2023 at the Springhill Park and Community Center in Sulphur Springs. The annual event is designed to bridge the gap between law enforcement officers and the Sulphur Springs community. Over 300 [...]

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