The Skills Center’s Tampa Y.E.S. program, the AdventHealth Foundation and the Hispanic Services Council are working together to pilot a youth version of the Food is Health® program. The goal is to teach teens healthy eating habits and reduce food insecurity by offering access to health education along with fresh, nutritious foods to improve the overall health of local communities. Through the partnership, TSC students will have access to resources and additional tools to con

Role at TSC: Co-Founder & Program Director Hometown: Bradenton, FL Chris Ward is one of the co-founders of The Skills Center, a role that for him is about much more than just work. To him, it’s about passion and purpose. Chris’s passion for sports, particularly basketball, started at a young age. He played throughout his childhood, was a standout player at Bradenton Southeast, and eventually played professionally in Europe for several years. His storied career in the game al