Brad Holmes Launches Foundation to Empower Tampa Youth

Brad's Beyond Ball Foundation Launch

• 🎯 Brad Holmes, VP and General Manager of the Detroit Lions, launched his Brad's Beyond Ball Foundation in his hometown of Tampa.
• 🚀 The foundation aims to give back to the community that shaped him, focusing on empowering local youth.

Foundation's Focus and Goals

• 💡 The foundation will support students who maintain a certain GPA and are involved in athletics.
• 🛠️ It will offer a series of camps, mentorships, and workshops, emphasizing intangibles like work ethic, drive, and passion.
• 🔑 Holmes believes these intangibles are crucial for success and can lead to scholarships for the students.

Holmes's Vision and Impact

• 📈 Holmes, a Chamberlain High School graduate, built his own path to success in the NFL, becoming a consistent winner with the Lions.
• 🌟 He now wants to help Tampa's youth build their own paths by equipping them with essential life skills and opportunities.
• 💬 Holmes expressed excitement about the foundation's potential, stating, "this is just the start of it. We're truly just scratching the surface of what we're going to impact with these kids."
• 👏 His mother shared her pride, noting his hard work paid off and that she's not surprised by his success, recognizing his passion and ability.
• 🎓 Holmes, a two-time NFL executive of the year, is committed to giving the next generation a chance to demonstrate their capabilities.