About Us
WHAT IS T.A.P.S
T.A.P.S. (Teaching Athletes Plans for Success), Inc. is an innovative, creative, and cutting edge 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that exists to organize, primarily through the vehicle of athletics and youth development, a positive, enriching environment contributing to an improved quality of life for our area youth and families. The organization’s projects, implemented by a well-trained staff, emphasize character development and change youth from the inside out. Supporting the development of self-confidence, healthful living, good judgment, and character, T.A.P.S. (Teaching Athletes Plans for Success), Inc. provides many individuals with a thorough foundation for future success.
FIRST-RATE SERVICE
Acknowledging the needs that exist in the Charlotte area, T.A.P.S. (Teaching Athletes Plans for Success), Inc. serves as a well-coordinated effort of community based services, including youth mentoring, after school programs, physical development, socialization, nutrition education, and academic enrichment. Currently, an integral component of our strategic plan is the expansion of our T.A.P.S. (Teaching Athletes Plans for Success), Inc. performing arts program. With the expansion of our performing arts program, our organization’s goals will be accomplished through implementation of stimulating activities and materials that are organized around a well-developed prospectus.
WHY WE DO IT
Individual empowerment and self-determination have always been strong components of the organization. Directed by Jermaine Smith, the organization was conceived and organized to address the social, intellectual, and recreational needs of the Charlotte, North Carolina community, to counteract failure, and to assist in the successful transition to life in a positive environment. We teach character matters.
OUR SERVICES
YOUTH SPORTS
T.A.P.S. (Teaching Athletes Plans for Success), Inc. believes in teaching children the fundamentals in various sports, with emphasis on physical activity and sportsmanship, through fun and friendly competition. This organization will teach children the fundamentals of sports and teamwork.
SUMMER ENRICHMENT
Our Teen Summer Enrichment Programs offers the following:
- WEEKLY EXCITING FIELD TRIPS
- COMMUNITY PARTNERING SERVING CULINARY ARTS
- TEAM-BUILDING
- RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
- TARGETED TUTORING(TEACHER LEAD)
- INTRO TO TRADES AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
- CLUBS:(BOOK, FILM, STEM, BUSINESS, ART, DANCE)
- COMMUNICATION AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS
- BREAKFAST/LUNCH/SNACK PROVIDED
AFTERSCHOOL CARE
We offer a safe, fun learning environment where kids develop their social skills through team-building and are provided homework assistance. Our goal is to create a place of care for parents as they finish up their workday. Snack is provided along with a mix of educational and recreational time.
WHAT'S HAPPENING AT T.A.P.S
SIGN UP NOW FOR TEEN SUMMER CAMP GRADES 5TH - 8TH
Registration is now open for our Teen Summer Enrichment Program that will be held at Mallard Creek STEM Academy. Call us with your questions at 704-674-8331!!!
SIGN YOUR PLAYERS AND CHEERLEADERS UP NOW FOR FREE FALL AAU FOOTBALL
Come join our Fall Football Program that's FREE to all participants at Ridge Road Middle School on Sundays from 3pm - 5pm. We serve ages 4 - 14. Contact Coach Grier at 704-650-7617 for details.
T.A.P.S FOOTBALL CAMPS
Each year T.A.P.S offers free football camps to at-risk youth to provide fundamentals, instruction, team-building and fun!
T.A.P.S NEWS
T.A.P.S has partnered with Mallard Creek STEM Academy and will start an Athletics Fund to assist with needs within the Athletics Program.
ABOUT OUR FOUNDER
Jermaine Smith is a retired professional football player that has dedicated his life to giving back to the youth community. His goal is to prepare youth for life beyond the playing fields.
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