TAMPA, Fla. — At every home game, the Tampa Bay Lightning honor a local person or nonprofit working to make an impact in our community.
During the game on Feb. 28, the Bolts honored a woman working hard every day to provide local children with a path to a bright future.
For Children in under-resourced areas, the lack of access to early learning can have a negative long-term effect.
WATCH: Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero: Dr. Daphne Fudge
Dr. Daphne Fudge is on a mission to change that. She’s the visionary leader behind The National Black Child Development Institute.
It’s an organization influencing early literacy development for black and brown children in underserved communities.
To make sure the mission continues, the Lightning awarded Dr. Fudge a $50,000 grant.
Share Your Story with Deiah
Good Morning Tampa Bay Anchor Deiah Riley has called Tampa Bay for more than 15 years. As a mother of two, she knows the importance of a good education and strong role models. Reach out to Deiah with any education related stories or community leaders who deserve to be in the spotlight.
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