- December 3, 2024
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As Vince Carter, the NBA legend and community advocate, prepares to be inducted into the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame, his philanthropic efforts through the Embassy of Hope Foundation continue to make an impact on the Daytona Beach area with a recent $9,000 donation to the Halifax Health Foundation.
Founded in 1998, the Embassy of Hope Foundation is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
For the past 24 years, Vince Carter and his mother, Dr. Michelle Carter, have hosted the annual Vince Carter Charity Gala and basketball camp. Through these initiatives, the Embassy of Hope Foundation has contributed over $2 million to various causes across the United States and Canada, with over $125,000 donated directly to the Halifax Health Foundation, a press release states.
This year's gala, held at the Ocean Center in Daytona Beach, celebrated this legacy of giving with a night of entertainment, auctions and heartfelt reflections on the importance of community support.
“The Embassy of Hope Foundation represents our commitment to uplifting the community that has given us so much,” said Dr. Michelle Carter. “As Vince prepares for his induction into the Hall of Fame, I am reminded that some of his greatest achievements extend beyond the basketball court.”
Joe Petrock, Executive Director of the Halifax Health Foundation, expressed his gratitude for the foundation's ongoing support.
“The Embassy of Hope Foundation’s contributions have significantly impacted our ability to provide top-tier care and support to those in need," he said. "Vince and Dr. Carter's dedication to this community is truly commendable, and we are honored to be part of their journey.”
