Our Mission
The Tony Hawk Foundation seeks to foster lasting improvements in society, with an emphasis on supporting and empowering youth. Through special events, grants, and technical assistance, the Foundation supports recreational programs with a focus on the creation of public skateboard parks in low-income communities. The Foundation favors programs that clearly demonstrate that funds received will produce tangible, ongoing, positive results.
Latest News
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Jane’s Addiction Stand Up For Skateparks
August 23, 2010 - L.A. rock legends Jane’s Addiction will headline the musical program at Tony Hawk: SHRED Presents Stand Up For Skateparks, the Tony Hawk Foundation's annual fundraiser on Sunday, October 17, 2010. The event benefits the Tony Hawk Foundation and its mission to create free, quality skateparks for at-risk youth throughout the U.S.
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Grant Application Available Now
The Fall 2010 Tony Hawk Foundation grant application for skatepark funding is available now via the grant application section of this Web site.
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Tony Hawk Foundation Chooses McBride Park For Fundraiser
The foundation of world-famous professional skateboarder Tony Hawk has chosen a Long Beach skatepark to be the beneficiary of proceeds from its annual pledge-drive at the Tony Hawk: SHRED Presents Stand Up For Skateparks fundraiser in Beverly Hills this October.
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If Not Concrete, Then Why?
New requirements in effect for Tony Hawk Foundation skatepark grants.
