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CPR – Preventing Holiday Crimes

2025-10-24T14:27:15-04:00October 24th, 2025|Community Police Relations (CPR), DBCYP|

Community & Police Relationships (CPR) — Zoom Meeting MONDAY! Join us Monday for our next discussion..."PREVENTING HOLIDAY CRIMES"   Monday, October 27, 2025, 5:30 P.M.-7:00 P.M. *Login no later than 5:15 PM Meeting ID: 821 8162 6435 Passcode: 206676   (Reminder - Community & Police Relationships meetings occur the last Monday of every month!) #db55 #communitypolicerelationships [...]

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ROPP First Session Fall 2025

2025-10-13T11:58:19-04:00October 13th, 2025|Young Ladies Rites of Passage|

Our first session with the young ladies was filled with excitement and meaningful activities. To kick things off, we engaged in a series of fun icebreakers that not only broke the ice but also helped foster a sense of openness among the group. It was a great way for everyone to connect and feel comfortable with [...]

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CPR – Things I Also Wanted to Ask the Police

2025-09-22T13:29:47-04:00September 22nd, 2025|Community Police Relations (CPR), DBCYP|

Community & Police Relationships (CPR) — Zoom Meeting TONIGHT! Join us TONIGHT for our next discussion... "THINGS I ALSO WANTED TO ASK THE POLICE"   Monday, September 22, 2025, 5:30 P.M.-7:00 P.M. *Login no later than 5:15 PM Meeting ID: 821 8162 6435 Passcode: 206676   (Reminder - Community & Police Relationships meetings occur the last [...]

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ROPP Registration 2025

2025-09-16T09:21:54-04:00September 10th, 2025|Young Ladies Rites of Passage|

Derrick Brooks Charities Rites of Passage Registration Calling young ladies ages 9-18 years to participate in engaging educational experiences led by caring and dedicated mentors! Monthly meetings include various life skills topics and activities! Location: Brooks DeBartolo High School (10943 N Central Avenue) Registration: Saturday, September 13, 2025 Time 9:30-11:30am For More Info Contact: dbcropp28@gmail.com OR [...]

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Back 2 School Bash Pensacola 2025

2025-08-14T20:56:10-04:00August 14th, 2025|DB in the community, DBCYP, Northwest Florida, O.J. Semmes Elementary, Partnerships|

Derrick Brooks Charities in partnership with Bealls Florida, Human IT & AT&T sponsored a back to school giveaway to students in Pensacola, Florida on Saturday, August 9th. The event was held at OJ Semmes Elementary School and was well attended. Over 400 backpacks stuffed with school supplies and 250 Chromebook were donated. Derrick Brooks Charities Youth Programs [...]

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Back to School Bash 2025

2025-08-05T09:11:52-04:00August 5th, 2025|Education|

The Derrick Brooks Charities Youth Programs Advisory Committee, Bealls Stores, City of Tampa Parks and Recreation Department, East Tampa Business and Community Development Alliance, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office, Tampa Police Department, Tampa Fire Rescue, NFL Alumni and other local organizations held its Annual Back 2 School event on Saturday, August 2nd at the Jackson Heights NFL [...]

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HOF LB Derrick Brooks on finding his purpose

2025-07-23T12:21:27-04:00July 21st, 2025|Derrick Brooks, Education, News|

Check out this powerful video from Good Morning Football "HOF LB Derrick Brooks on finding his purpose" https://www.nfl.com/videos/hof-lb-derrick-brooks-on-finding-his-purpose-gmfb

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Omnilocks Juneteenth Event Sponsored by Derrick Brooks Charities

2025-06-27T13:23:41-04:00June 25th, 2025|DBCYP, Events|

Celebrating Confidence, Culture & Literacy! Derrick Brooks Charities was proud to sponsor a powerful event in Tampa last weekend (June 21, 2025) in partnership with McDonald's and My Omnilocks, an inspiring children’s book dedicated to boosting self-esteem and cultural pride among young girls. We helped provide 100 copies of the book to local students. The [...]

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Rites of Passage Mentoring Program

2025-06-19T16:29:04-04:00June 19th, 2025|Young Ladies Rites of Passage|

Who knew dining etiquette could be so much fun? The Rites of Passage Mentoring Program wrapped up its last session before summer with a fun and educational Mother-Daughter Etiquette Class. The young ladies had the opportunity to learn about essential table manners, proper introductions, first impressions, and various styles of etiquette, all while spending quality [...]

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BDCHS Leadership Featured on Tampa Bay’s Morning Blend

2025-06-17T11:47:20-04:00June 17th, 2025|Appearances, BDCHS, Derrick Brooks, Education, News|

Brooks DeBartolo Collegiate High School leadership was featured on ABC Action News-Tampa Bay's Morning Blend! https://www.abcactionnews.com/morning-blend/derrick-brooks-charities-celebrates-25-years-as-bdchs-honors-its-latest-graduating-class

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Brooks Bunch Trip 2025 Day 6

2025-10-09T09:59:32-04:00June 13th, 2025|Brooks Bunch, Brooks Bunch Business Academy|

From breakfast with American Landmark to touring the Publix Distribution Center and Corporate HQ, the Brooks Bunch had a day full of learning, leadership, and laughs. We truly enjoyed every moment of the trip, from the guest speakers to the behind-the-scenes experiences. Big thanks to all who made it possible! [...]

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Brooks Bunch Trip 2025 Day 1

2025-10-09T09:18:36-04:00June 13th, 2025|Brooks Bunch, Brooks Bunch Business Academy|

We’re off! Brooks Bunch is officially on the move, departing from Brooks-DeBartolo Collegiate High School. These incredible students are headed on a journey of growth, learning, and leadership. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible! Stay tuned for updates from the road.  

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Derrick Brooks Charities 25th Anniversary Legacy Video

2025-06-17T11:43:35-04:00May 15th, 2025|Celebrity Golf Classic, DB in the community, Derrick Brooks, Events|

To celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Derrick Brooks Charities, we put a new spin on this iconic and fan favorite 1999 United Way x NFL PSA. Help us live the legacy of Derrick Brooks Charities.

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Save the Date — 26th Annual Derrick Brooks Celebrity Classic!

2025-05-08T12:06:31-04:00May 8th, 2025|Celebrity Golf Classic, Fundraisers|

Mark Your Calendar for the 26th Annual Derrick Brooks Celebrity Classic!   April 26th & 27th, 2026 Old Memorial Golf Club   For information or to reserve your foursome, call 813-877-8681 or go to www.db55.org

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Earl Silas ‘Bridging The Gap’ Event Draws Over 250 Participants

2024-12-31T12:08:41-05:00December 31st, 2024|Community Police Relations (CPR), DB in the community, DBCYP, Derrick Brooks|

The Derrick Brooks Charities Youth Programs Advisory Committee held the Earl Silas Bridging The Gap event on Saturday, December 14, 2023 at the Springhill Park and Community Center in Sulphur Springs. Over 250 people attended the event including Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, State Representative Dianne Hart,  Hillsborough County Commissioner Gwen Myers, Lynora Kirksey of the [...]

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DBCYP Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon 2024

2024-11-21T10:25:09-05:00November 21st, 2024|DB in the community, DBCYP|

Derrick Brooks Charities Youth Programs Advisory Committee held its Annual Thanksgiving Luncheon at the Cyrus Greene Park on November 20, 2024. The charity's founder and president, Derrick Brooks, thanked over 55 volunteers and advisory committee members for their selfless service to youth and the community. In attendance was Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, Hillsborough County Commissioner [...]

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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 to [...]

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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 Charities, [...]

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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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