Welcome to The Pouncey Foundation
The Pouncey Foundation is a non-profit 501 (3) C organization that strives to empower both the community and the youth through events and activities. We offer support and guidance to people of all backgrounds, finding meaningful ways for them to engage with their communities and make a difference. Our goal is to inspire and create impactful change in our community.
We host events and activities throughout the year so that community can find joy and connection while learning new skills and gaining experiences. We’re passionate about creating a safe and vibrant environment where we can grow and develop into the best we can be. Together, we can strive to cultivate meaningful and lasting relationships.
Thank you for your support - we are excited to see what the future holds for our communities.
The Pouncey Foundation: Find it in your heart to donate to this wonderful cause!
The Pouncey Foundation has been able to provide the communities of Lakeland, FL Miami, FL and Pittsburgh, PA with social and community outreach programs for the past 12 years and with both in-kind and montary donations from corporate sponsors, community leaders, and those within the private sectors to help civil employees and the youth florish during times of need.
Please consider your tax-deductable contribution as a way of helping us to provide for these programs and keep the unity between the youth and those that have choosen to protect & serve these neighborhoods.
Community Outreach Programs:
Both Mike & Maurkice Pouncey have won “The Man of the Year” Award, given out by the NFL, in which one guy from each team is chosen for their outstanding community & charitable work.
2023 - Kids Zone Car Show: Providing school supplies to children ages 12 and under, A neighborhood Car Show, and fun activities for children of all ages (bounce houses, giveaways, entertainment).
Annual Football/Cheer Camps 2011-2022 (missed pandemic yr)
Partnered with PAL (Police Athletic League) distributed book bags, personal hygiene items, free haircuts, and food.
Partnered with community leader Corey Tumor of www.fourlifepromo.com and distributed school supplies & book bags.
Annual Turkey Drive at Lakeland High School for the community.
Pro-Bowl earnings from both Mike & Maurkice Pouncey were donated to Lakeland High School Football program - $30,000 which has included team football uniforms & multiple BBQ’s for football team yearly. The Pouncey Foundation has also provided Lakeland H.S. with track uniforms.
Holiday Turkey Drives distributed annually in both Pittsburgh, PA & Miami, FL.
Partnered with Jason Taylor and bought school clothes for children in Lakeland, FL
Annual “Fed the Homeless in Lakeland” event.
Partnering with Lighthouse Ministries giving out 500 turkeys and food boxes
Urban Impact Program with Pastor Ed Glover for 10 years. The program focuses on the North side of Pittsburgh, PA. In which the participants in the program have a 98% High School graduation rate & either go to college, get career job, or enlist in the Military.
The Pouncey Foundation has partnered with Pittsburgh Police Chief Scott Schubert & the communities in poverty in bringing 25 kids plus their chaperones to Steelers home games and pre game tailgate meal for the past 3 years.
Donations to multiple police charity funds that accumulate well over six figures. Combined with North Miami Dade Police, Pittsburgh Police, Lakeland Pal/ Lakeland Police, Fort Lauderdale Police.
The Pouncey Foundation has helped me gain valuable skills and knowledge that I can use for the rest of my life. They provide a safe and welcoming environment for young people to learn and grow. I am so grateful for the support they have given me and the many other individuals they serve.
The Team Pouncey Foundation has helped me gain valuable skills and knowledge that I can use for the rest of my life. They provide a safe and welcoming environment for young people to learn and grow. I am so grateful for the support they have given me and the many other individuals they serve.
- Anna Cruz