Micro Grants is sponsored by Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF). Provides up to $10,000 in funding to small nonprofit organizations in Central Florida supporting youth-focused initiatives.

Linda Landman Gonzalez Leadership Grant Other Grant Opportunities Attend a grant workshop to learn more about the grants we offer, if you are eligible, timelines, and the application process for each grant cycle.

April 8, 2026 - Summer In-Person Grant Workshop RSVP for In-Person Grant Workshop April 9, 2026 - Summer Virtual Grant Workshop - RSVP is not necessary Meeting ID: 246 120 394 830 76 Center for Health & Wellbeing 2005 Mizell Ave Winter Park, FL 32792 Meeting ID: 279 756 245 570 Have 501(c)3 federal tax-exempt status Demonstrate one full year of program services and outcomes Must serve youths or families with children in the Central Florida area Demonstrate a strong financial position – MUST HAVE A FINANCIAL AUDIT Serve in Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole and/or Volusia counties Have strong measurable outcomes Focus in one of our pillars: Arts, Education, Health & Wellness, or Homelessness Ineligible Grant Requests Capital campaigns, endowments or other reserve funds Non-programmatic requests Programs that specifically teach any form of theology Every organization must complete the Letter of Intent (LOI) before an invite to the grant application If invited, the organization then must complete the application No LOIs or Applications will be accepted after the deadline...

no exceptions 2026-27 Summer Grant Cycle Timeline: Funding Timeframe: July - June April 8, 2026 - Summer In-Person Grant Workshop RSVP for In-Person Grant Workshop April 9, 2026 - Summer Virtual Grant Workshop - RSVP is not necessary Meeting ID: 246 120 394 830 76 April 10, 2026 - LOI Opens (ALL applicants, new and returning, MUST fill out an LOI) April 29, 2026 - LOI Closes May 20, 2026 - Application Closes August 2026 - Award Notification February 28, 2027 - Grant Ceremony 2025-26 Winer Grant Cycle Timeline: October 1, 2025 - Workshop & LOI Opens October 21, 2025 - LOI Closes November 17, 2025 - Application Closes February 2026 - Award Notifications Download OMYF Grant Budget Template The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation's Micro Grant Program is a game-changer.

It is designed to provide targeted financial support to local, smaller organizations who share our vision of a brighter future for the youth in Central Florida. This program represents our belief in the power of community-driven solutions, grassroots projects, and the unwavering dedication of individuals who want to make a We recognize that many worthwhile projects, programs or ideas may lack the necessary funding to take off.

The Micro Grant Program is here to bridge that gap, offering accessible funding to those who are committed to creating positive change. Through this program, we aim to empower individuals to turn their visionary ideas into actionable projects or programs that can shape our community's future. REQUEST AMOUNT: Up to $10,000 DEADLINE: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, therefore there is no deadline to apply.

Grant requests up to $10,000 maximum request 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status Serve youth in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Polk, Brevard, Lake and/or Volusia counties Fit under one of the pillars: arts, education, health & wellness, and/or homelessness Have an operational budget under $500,000 Grants Submitted October - December | Awarded Mid-January Grants Submitted January - March | Awarded Mid-April Grants Submitted April - June | Awarded Mid-July Grants Submitted July - September | Awarded Mid-October Linda has dedicated herself to the non-profit world for many years, tirelessly working to make our community a better place.

Her commitment, dedication, and leadership have left an indelible mark on the Orlando Magic and the non-profit community. She has not only served our community but has also been a guiding light for countless non-profit leaders.

In recognition of Linda's unparalleled service and her enduring commitment to the betterment of our community, the Orlando Magic Leadership team has come together to create something truly special - the Linda Landman Gonzalez Leadership Grant. This grant is more than just a token of appreciation; it's a testament to Linda's incredible legacy and an investment in the future leaders of our non-profit sector.

The Linda Landman Gonzalez Leadership Grant will provide critical resources and support to emerging non-profit leaders, allowing them to develop their skills, expand their impact, and carry forward the torch of leadership that Linda has so brilliantly illuminated throughout her career.

Work with an organization that is a 501(c)3 status Have at least five years of experience in a leadership role Serve individuals within Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole or Volusia county Dedicated to working in the nonprofit sector Interested in building organizational, individual, and sector leadership Instill passion in themselves and the people with whom they work Aware of their role and impact in their organization and the sector Reflective on past experience to lead in the present and future Collaborate well with other people and organizations as well as across sectors Bring innovative ideas forward and to fruition Regarded as demonstrating highest integrity and ethical behavior This grant will award the following to the recipient: Enrollment in Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy | NONPROFIT EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP All travel costs for attendance to 2 courses in person at UIPUI 3 Year All Access Membership to the $1,000 donation to grantee's organization for administration of the grant logistics $10,000 for grantee to choose their professional development opportunities.

This may include one-on-one trainings, conference registration fees, seminars, webinars, speaker series, coaching, and/or travel arrangements for any of the above. Details for The Certificate in Nonprofit Executive Leadership. It requires the completion of the following four courses.

Nonprofit Management for the 21st Century Financial Analysis for Nonprofit Leaders Program Evaluation for Mission Impact Grantee chooses which courses they want to do in-person and virtual.

Complete the Certificate in Nonprofit Executive Leadership within 1 year Complete a Leadership Survey at these time increments: October 15, 2025 - Application Opens November 19, 2025 - Application Closes January/February 2026 - Award Announced DeVos Family Foundation: Leadership Transition and Executive Search Support The Parikh Giving Alliance Dr. Phillips Charities Micro Grant Program Have 501(c)3 federal tax-exempt status Demonstrate one full year of program services and outcomes Must serve youths or families with children in the Central Florida area Demonstrate a strong financial position - MUST HAVE A FINANCIAL AUDIT Serve in Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole and/or Volusia counties Have strong measurable outcomes Focus in one of our pillars: Arts, Education, Health & Wellness, or Homelessness Grant Cycle and a Winter Grant Cycle?

The Summer Grant Cycle runs from July 1 to June 30, and the Winter Grant Cycle runs from January 1 to December 31. This scheduling allows organizations to align the grant funding with their program timelines more effectively, ensuring better financial planning and budgeting to meet their operational needs. the Summer and Winter Cycles?

Yes, if you were not awarded in either cycle. Summer Grant Cycle, can we submit for the Winter Grant Cycle? No, you cannot be funded in overlapping cycles, therefore, you must wait until the next financials or a compilation of financials?

No, they MUST be an audit of the financials. complete, can we use last year's? We accept audits that have been completed within the last two years of your application.

required for the application? You will need to upload the following documents for your application: List of Board of Directors with their titles and companies Photo of the Program in Action operating under a national EIN apply for their specific market? Yes, organizations that are part of a larger entity with a national EIN can apply for their specific market.

We consider only the regional budget relevant to the application. crosses more than one pillar? Should one specific pillar be selected over the other?

Select the pillar that best represents the program's primary focus. limit the funding request to no more than 50% of the Program or Organizational budget? Yes, we do not support programs in their entirety for sustainability purposes, so please do not request more than 50% of your program budget.

A Letter of Intent (LOI) is a brief document that outlines the proposed project and indicates an organization's intention to apply for a grant. The goal of the LOI is to help the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) assess if the proposed program meets the initial criteria. If it does, the organization will be invited to submit a full grant invited to submit an LOI?

No, any organization, that fits every criteria , can submit an LOI. From there, only vetted or approved organizations are invited to submit the full application. an LOI every grant cycle?

Yes, even if you are a returning grantee, you must fill out a Letter of Intent (LOI) each time you reapply. This requirement exists because programming can change for various organizations, and the LOI helps us stay updated on these changes. Through the OMYF Grant Portal located have a login to the Grant Portal to apply?

No, you can create your account through the instructions on the login page. If you think that you or someone at your organization has already registered in the system, do not create a new account. Please contact our us at our LOI was approved and we are able to complete the full grant proposal?

You will receive an email with an invitation to submit the full grant proposal and instructions on next steps within 2-3 weeks of submitting your LOI. application deadline will we know if we have been awarded a grant? You will be notified of the award decision within 2 to 3 months after the application Once you complete the Grant Agreement, the funds will be disbursed within a month, either via direct deposit or by mail.

will need to be completed? Yes, you will need to complete an Interim Report due mid-cycle and a Final Report at the 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt status Serve youth in Orange, Seminole, Osceola, Polk, Brevard, Lake and/or Volusia counties Focus in one of our pillars: Arts, Education, Health & Wellness, or Homelessness Have an operational budget under $500,000 be written for a program only or can it be for other initiatives?

It can be for any program or initiative that they organization needs assistance in Grant in Quarter 1, can we apply for an OMYF Grant in the Summer Cycle? No, you can only receive funding once per year.

Linda Landman Gonzalez Leadership Grant (LLGLG) Work with an organization that is a 501(c)3 status Have at least five years of experience in a leadership role Must be in a business, development or executive role Serve individuals within Brevard, Lake, Orange, Osceola, Polk, Seminole or Volusia Dedicated to working in the nonprofit sector Interested in building organizational, individual, and sector leadership Instill passion in themselves and the people with whom they work Aware of their role and impact in their organization and the sector Regarded as demonstrating highest integrity and ethical behavior leadership grant if your organization was funded by an OMYF Grant or a Micro Grant within Yes, the leadership grant is for individuals and is not representative of the are can apply for the grant?

Director level and above within the business side of the organization finish all the classes for the certificate? One Year (March 1 – February 28) organization, will I still be to receive the funding for the grant? Yes, as long as you will still be employed by a non-profit organization.

If you leave the Central Florida, non-profit sector then you will forfeit all remaining dollars. The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation (OMYF) supports nonprofit organizations offering youth-based programs in the following areas. Under this pillar we support art agencies that have dynamically shown the ability to improve and enhance overall academic performance for their participants.

Preference will be given to non-profit organizations that specifically introduce at-risk and/or underserved children to programs that involve music, dance, and theatre. Areas of focus include early childhood enrichment and arts education (with metrics) as an essential component to enhance general education.

This funding area supports agencies with established academic intervention program strategies in select transition stages that directly serve underperforming children and youth. Areas of focus include early learning, K-3 grade reading proficiency, middle-to-high school transition, postsecondary access, and persistence in postsecondary education.

The health & wellness pillar supports programs that reduce the risk of childhood obesity, improves mental well-being, promotes healthy eating, and physical activity that improves the lives of children and youth. Areas of focus include childhood obesity prevention and/or treatment programs, mental health assistance, hunger - food banks and childhood hunger relief, nutrition, and exercise.

To improve communities throughout Central Florida the homelessness pillar supports prevention services and/or long-term housing strategies with multiple wrap-around services for individuals and families.

Areas of focus include homelessness prevention programs and permanent supportive and transitional Central Florida Vocal Arts & Opera del Sol | $25,000 Central Florida Vocal Arts & Opera del Sol' addresses inequitable access to meaningful arts education opportunities for vulnerable youth in Orange and Osceola Counties.

CFVA partners with the social sector to mitigate obstacles, offering free and accessible programs that ensure youth can engage in enriching arts experiences. centralfloridavocalarts. org Children's Home Society of Florida | $50,000 Children’s Home Society addresses critical college and career readiness gaps for over 600 economically disadvantaged students.

By integrating academic preparation, career exploration, financial guidance, and emotional support, CHS equips students with the tools to transition to post-secondary education and meaningful careers. Cornerstone Hospice Foundation | $25,000 Cornerstone Hospice Foundation offers free grief counseling to children coping with loss, ensuring they receive essential emotional support.

Through individual and group counseling, school-based sessions, and partnerships with local health and community organizations, Cornerstone ensures accessible, effective care for children navigating loss.

Early Learning Coalition of Orange County | $50,000 Talk to Learn: Early Learning Coalition of Orange County's Language and Literacy Launchpad is an early literacy initiative designed to strengthen school readiness for preschool-aged children in Orange County's highest-need communities.

By developing educator capacity and embedding data-driven literacy strategies, Talk to Learn builds the foundation for long-term academic success, impacting not only current participants but countless future students as teachers carry forward their skills.

Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County | $25,000 The Early Learning Coalition of Osceola County's Transition to K/Kindergarten Readiness Initiative prepares youth for successful school entry. In response to the higher readiness standard, the Coalition is investing in targeted professional development, instructional coaching, and family engagement to ensure educators and families are equipped to support early literacy.

Education Foundation Osceola County | $50,000 The Education Foundation Osceola County’s ‘Bookmark Buddies Mentoring Program’ is an evidence-based literacy initiative aimed at improving reading skills among 165 third-grade students in Osceola County who are reading 0. 5 to 1. 5 years below grade level and are at risk of retention.

Each student is paired with a trained community volunteer mentor who meets with them weekly for one hour at their school.

Using proven, level-specific reading materials aligned with standardized testing goals, mentors help students strengthen foundational literacy skills while fostering a lifelong love for Foundation for Seminole County Public Schools | $50,000 Take Stock in Children-Seminole (TSIC) is a youth development and mentoring program providing 120 high achieving, low-income students with a structured program that supports healthy growth through school and life.

TSIC provides students with weekly mentorship, College Success Coaching, and skill building workshops that keep students on track in high school and prepare for college. Students learn financial literacy, time management, SAT/ACT prep, completing their FAFSA, and are invited to multiple college and career experiences.

JFS Orlando’s ‘Family Stabilization Program’ is a six-month case management program that uses a holistic approach to help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness to achieve long-term stability and self-sufficiency.

FSP provides a range of support services—free of charge and under one roof—addressing all of the client’s needs in a personalized and convenient manner, stabilizing the household, and creating a foundation for future success. Services offered include case management, financial education, individual financial counseling, employability training, food assistance, mental health counseling, and legal guidance.

Junior Achievement of Central Florida | $50,000 Junior Achievement of Central Florida transforms 2,000-plus students' educational experience by equipping them for the adult world of higher education and jobs. JA delivers experiential, project-based learning across subjects using the business case-study method developed by Harvard Business School.

Students acquire skills that serve them in high school, through college, and into Junior Achievement of the Space Coast | $25,000 Through the Stock Market Challenge, Junior Achievement of the Space Coast teaches 5,000 high school students the fast-paced world of financial investing, developing critical thinking, teamwork, and decision-making skills through the Social Innovation Challenge.

Students apply entrepreneurial thinking to address real-world social problems, competing for scholarships and mentorship Life Concepts aims to increase school readiness in children with developmental disabilities by incorporating academic, classroom, and executive functioning goals into Applied Behavioral Analysis therapy.

Impacting 55 youth ages 3-10, students will be prepared for incorporation into classrooms, giving them skills they need to learn and thrive. LIFT Orlando works with local early childhood educators and community partners to address barriers to quality early education in the 32805 ZIP Code.

Together, they enhance each provider’s capacity and impact through curriculum and education materials, teacher training, family support, screenings, and more. LIFT supports 18 early learning providers, over 90 teachers, and families in preparing nearly 600 children to enter kindergarten ready to succeed.

New Image Youth Center | $25,000 New Image Youth Center's Bringing Our Good to Your Hood (BG2YH) is a mobile outreach program delivering therapeutic youth mental health services directly to underserved Orlando neighborhoods.

Using a fully equipped activity bus, BG2YH offers play therapy, art therapy, individual and group counseling, and engaging wellness activities that support emotional development in children and Orlando Shakespeare Theater | $35,000 Orlando Shakespeare Theater is expanding art access to youth by providing inclusive youth classes for over 300 youth with and without disabilities in Acting with Heart.

This expansion will allow underserved youth more opportunities to learn public speaking skills through performing arts RISE Community Solutions | $25,000 Since 2009, RISE Community Solutions has helped over 1,200 families with children exit homelessness and achieve lasting stability through rapid re-housing and strength-based case management—with 93% remaining housed at least five years after program exit.

The program prioritizes speed, flexibility, and individualized support to remove barriers to securing and maintaining permanent housing. Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida | $100,000 Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida's School Partnerships program ensures that students from kindergarten through college have access to wholesome foods and are encouraged to build healthy eating habits.

Through a stigma-free student-centered approach, the School Partnerships program ensures students and families across 76 local schools have access to healthy foods through their school, reducing stress and supporting physical, emotional, and academic success.

SMA Healthcare Foundation | $25,000 SMA Healthcare Foundation’s BEACH House is a crisis shelter for youth aged 10 - 17 displaying symptoms of mental illness that result in runaway, truancy, homelessness, and ungovernable behaviors. Services include classroom education, assessment of youth and families for crisis mental health counseling, individual and group mental health counseling, and linking to post-discharge community services.

BEACH House provides prevention and intervention services for youth and families in crisis, helping to reduce criminal justice involvement while ensuring youth stay engaged with their families and continue their education. The VERB Kind is a unique mentoring program serving youth in juvenile detention, offering second chances through one-on-one mentoring, education, and support.

The VERB Kind enhances academics with tutoring, GED prep, and workshops, while reducing recidivism through trauma-informed care and resilience training.

Youth are given opportunities for education in industry-recognized certifications and pathways to employment and apprenticeships, preparing them for a successful Commission 127 supports foster and adoptive families caring for children who have experienced trauma, helping them provide safety, stability, and love. Through practical assistance, relational support, and connections to community resources, families stay strong and resilient.

This guidance helps reduce placement disruptions and promotes long-term permanency for children across Central A Gift For Teaching, Inc. | $40,000 A Gift for Teaching's A Gift for Music program provides free, high-quality string music education to over 400 students annually from under-resourced communities.

Through after-school classes, Saturday orchestras, and summer programs, students receive instruments, materials, and performance opportunities at no cost.

The program develops musical skills while fostering confidence, discipline, and a lifelong love of learning for children who might otherwise lack access to the Hearts, Hands, and Hope |$50,000 Hearts, Hands, and Hope's Three Phase Program supports children and youth in 100 families by providing immediate access to nutritious food, ongoing assistance, and pathways to long-term self-sufficiency.

Through coordinated food distribution, education, and community partnerships, families meet basic needs while building stability and independence. This approach promotes healthier, more food-secure households across Seminole County.

The Village Transitional Housing Program provides safe, stable housing for at least 25 homeless or former foster youth (ages 18–24) for 12 months, with full access to case management, basic needs, and individualized support. As the only program of its kind in Seminole County and one of just two in the tri-county Orlando area, the Village is at the forefront of reducing youth homelessness.

It delivers life-changing services that help at-risk youth build stability and a path toward L. O. V.

E. Our Youth, Inc. | $25,000 Preparing Youth for Life After High School equips 100 Orange County middle and high school students with essential life skills, financial literacy, and career readiness for college, entrepreneurship, and the workforce. By providing structured experiences that build critical thinking, creativity, communication, and collaboration, the program helps close opportunity gaps.

Rise x Thrive supports youth in overcoming economic and social challenges, reducing risks associated with instability and New Hope For Kids | $25,000 New Hope For Kids' Children's Grief Support Program provides trauma-informed support to about 300 grieving children each year, along with parallel support for their families.

Through facilitator-led groups and reflective activities, children find a safe space to express grief, build coping skills, and process loss. By serving many low-income families, the program fosters emotional stability, resilience, and long-term healing for children navigating the death of a loved one.

OCA, Opportunity Community Ability Inc | $50,000 OCA’s Therapeutic Recreation Program supports 85 neurodiverse children with inclusive, sensory-friendly activities that build social, emotional, and life skills. Through adaptive play, art, and music, participants engage in structured, evidence-based programs that foster confidence, peer interaction, and developmental growth.

By increasing access to therapeutic recreation, the program helps children thrive at home, in school, and in their community while reducing isolation Orlando Family Stage | $35,000 Orlando Family Stage’s Theatre for the Very Young program provides live, developmentally appropriate theatre experiences to around 500 children ages 0–5 each year, many facing early literacy and school-readiness challenges.

Through mainstage and touring productions, it supports language development, social-emotional growth, and creative expression.

By bringing arts-based learning to under-resourced communities, the program helps prepare young children for long-term academic The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Inc. | $30,000 The Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra aims to expand its Young People’s Concerts to 19 Lake County elementary schools, including 11 Title I schools, reaching about 2,500 underserved students each year.

Many of these students lack access to structured music education, and Title I students in Lake County currently lag behind state averages in reading and math. By bringing high-quality, engaging music experiences to these schools, OPO supports both academic growth and personal development.

Page 15 serves over 600 children and teens through year-round writing workshops, student publishing, and public literary events, supporting those facing poverty, trauma, or learning differences. Its “low-stakes, high-support” approach fosters a love of writing, helping students develop creative voices, express emotions, and engage with their communities.

After-school, in-school, and community programs provide vital support for students in grades 3–12. SALT Outreach, Inc. | $25,000 SALT Outreach’s Healthy, Hot Meals for Homeless Youth program provides nutritious meals and supportive services to over 225 homeless and at-risk youth each year in Orange County.

Through its Youth Drop-In Center and mobile outreach, the program combines food access with case management, life skills, job readiness, and housing support. By addressing immediate needs and long-term barriers, SALT helps young people move toward stability, independence, and lasting success. serviceandlovetogether.

org Feeding Children Everywhere, Inc. | $25,000 U.S. Hunger’s Full Cart Connect program supports 600 low-income families, ensuring children have consistent access to nutritious food and essential household items. Through partnerships with local organizations, families receive regular food deliveries and connections to health, employment, and social services.

By addressing food insecurity alongside broader family needs, the program strengthens household stability and improves children’s health and well-being across Orange County. Zebra Youth, Inc. | $25,000 Zebra Youth’s Bridge to Independence program provides trauma-informed transitional housing and comprehensive support for unsheltered LGBTQ+ youth.

With 12 residential units serving up to 30 youth annually, the program helps young people move from crisis to stability and self-sufficiency. Despite expanded capacity in 2024, demand still exceeds availability, highlighting the urgent need for safe, eSTEAMed Learning, Inc. | $7,500 eSTEAMed Bus Routes brings accessible, hands-on STEAM learning directly to under-resourced communities in Central Florida.

Expanding in 2026, the program will provide customizable classroom programming, field trips, and career-focused off-day and summer camps. Florida Impact's Nutri-Kids Club makes learning about nutrition fun and accessible for elementary school children. Through hands-on activities like cooking, gardening, and interactive games, students develop confidence, teamwork, and healthy habits they share with their families.

Get Too Attached, Inc. dba Equipped & Encourage | $2,500 Equipped & Encourage's Care Carries program provides thoughtfully designed, kid-friendly bags to children entering, transitioning within, or exiting foster care in Brevard County. The program affirms each child's dignity by replacing trash bags with bags filled with essentials for placement changes, reunification, or adoption. equippedandencouraged.

org Imagine Performing Arts Center | $5,000 Imagine Performing Arts Center offers inclusive performing arts education and performance opportunities for people of all ages and abilities. By removing barriers through adaptive instruction, scholarships, and accessibility, the organization empowers individuals to grow artistically and reach their full potential. imagineperformingartscenter.

org Life Reins, Inc. | $5,000 Life Reins offers trauma-informed equine-facilitated psychotherapy for at-risk youth and families. Through the powerful connection between humans and horses, the program helps participants build emotional regulation, trust, and resilience while expanding access across the region.

NUJOURNEY Foundation, Inc. | $7,500 NuJourney equips underserved youth and families with essential financial education and development opportunities. Through expanded programs including Money Matters, Jr. Boss, and Money Moves, the organization helps build financial confidence and long-term stability.

Our Purpose Project, Inc. | $2,500 Our Purpose Project provides education, workforce development, and community resources to help youth and underserved communities thrive. With a focus on academic achievement, career readiness, and personal growth, the organization bridges potential with opportunity. ourpurposeprojectinc.

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Inc. empowers middle and high school youth through creative arts education, entrepreneurship, and leadership development, including programs like Arts Embassy Academy. Guided by its pillars - Stand Together, Stand Out, and Stand Up - the organization fosters creativity, confidence, and community responsibility through industry-standard arts training and experiences.

Seminole County Friends of Abused Children, Inc. | $2,500 Swim For Life provides foster children in Seminole County with access to licensed swim instructors, teaching lifesaving swimming skills that many have never had the opportunity to learn. The program ensures youth build confidence, safety, and long-term skills while removing financial barriers to friendsofabusedchildren.

com The Rotary Club Winter Park Foundation | $7,500 The Rotary Club of Winter Park and its Foundation is a community of professionals committed to creating positive change through service and local initiatives. Their Killarney Elementary School Food Pantry provides weekend meals to children facing food insecurity and homelessness, serving one of the most vulnerable student populations in Orange County.

2025-26 Linda Landman Gonzalez Leadership Grant Recipients Dr. Laine Powell is an accomplished nonprofit and education leader with over 13 years of experience advancing STEM access, workforce readiness, and entrepreneurship for youth in under-resourced communities.

She is highly skilled in strategic leadership, program development, fundraising, and partnership cultivation, with a strong record of launching scalable, high-impact initiatives. As Founder and CEO of Tech Sassy Girlz, Laine leads organizational vision and growth, overseeing innovative programs including AI literacy, coding, and accelerator experiences that build students’ technical skills, confidence, and career exposure.

Through her leadership, the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation is proud to support Laine as a recipient of the Linda Landman Gonzalez Leadership Grant and her continued impact on building inclusive pathways into the future workforce. Kate Hammond is an accomplished education leader with over a decade of experience driving high-quality educational programming and workforce readiness initiatives across Central Florida.

She is highly evaluation, with a strong record of aligning education and business to create meaningful student outcomes. In her current role as Vice President of Education at Junior Achievement of Central Florida, Kate leads regional implementation of the 3DE instructional model, oversees multiple education and workforce development teams, and collaborates with executive leadership to ensure sustainable growth and impact.

Through her leadership, the Orlando Magic Youth Foundation is proud to support Kate’s continued professional development and her commitment to expanding equitable, career-connected learning opportunities for students. The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 and its EIN is #59-2940230.

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