Hillsborough Youth Violence Prevention Mini Grants
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#SafeSummerSeries Initiatives
#SafeSummerSeries
Creating Safer Summers. Building Stronger Futures.
#SafeSummerSeries 2026 is Safe & Sound Hillsborough’s comprehensive youth violence prevention and intervention initiative designed to create safer communities throughout the summer. In collaboration with local nonprofits, law enforcement agencies, Hillsborough County and community partners, the program features four key components that provide positive youth engagement, violence prevention education, social media awareness campaigns, and restorative justice opportunities. Together, these initiatives empower young people, strengthen community connections, and help prevent youth violence in Hillsborough County.
Initiatives
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Positive Takeovers
Positive Takeovers are fun, safe, and engaging community events designed to give young people positive alternatives during the summer while strengthening connections with their peers, mentors, and local…
Responsibility Matters Program
The Responsibility Matters Program is a six-week restorative justice initiative designed to help youth learn from past decisions, develop essential life skills, and build a positive path forward.…
Safe Summer Series
#SafeSummerSeries 2026 is Safe & Sound Hillsborough’s comprehensive youth violence prevention and intervention initiative designed to create safer communities throughout the summer. In collaboration with local nonprofits, law…
Social Media Challenge
This summer, Safe & Sound Hillsborough is inviting students in grades 6-12 across Hillsborough County to use social media for something positive and impactful! Instead of following trends,…
Kings & Queens of 813
Safe Summer Series 2026 Finale
Kings and Queens of 813
A Safe Summer Series 2026 Finale Event: 1v1v5 football tournament with cash prizes, a parent session on school progress and graduation requirements, and a community conversation with elected officials — plus the Youth and Community Champions Awards Program.
- DateSaturday, November 21, 2026
- Time10:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST
- LocationKing High School, 6815 North 56th Street
Upcoming Safe Summer Series events
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Kings and Queens of 813
A Safe Summer Series 2026 Finale Event: 1v1v5 football tournament with cash prizes, a parent session on school progress and graduation requirements, and a…
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