Events

5-Star All-Inclusive! Punta Cana or Cancun

5 Nights • Sleeps up to 2 | Valid for a wide range of dates throughout the year.

Indulge in a Caribbean paradise with a 5-night escape for two at a 5-star all-inclusive resort in Punta Cana, Cancun, or Riviera Maya. Immerse in pristine beaches, nightly entertainment, and gourmet delights.

INCLUDES:
- 5 nights accommodation in Punta Cana, Cancun, or Riviera Maya
- Choose from 5-star all-inclusive resorts detailed in the link below
- All meals and beverages included in the resort's all-inclusive plan (some premium items may require additional charge)
- Room will accommodate 2 adults and may contain a large bed or two smaller beds at resort's discretion
- Upgrade your room, add additional travelers, and extend your stay for a fee at redemption

Family Vacation to Los Sueños, Costa Rica!

7 Nights • Sleeps up to 6 | Valid Jan1 - Dec 15.

Enjoy 7 nights in Costa Rica's Pacific Coast which boasts the world's best sportfishing and eco-tourism. Gaze up at Volcano Arenal (yes, it’s active) while immersed in one of its hot water springs. Glide through the rainforest canopy. Charter an award winning fishing boat in the “Billfish Capital of the World." Drive dune buggies on the beach. Trek through creeks and forest by ATV on your way to a spectacular view of the Pacific Ocean. Ride horseback down the beach at sunset. There's plenty for you and your family to do in Los Sueños, Costa Rica!

INCLUDES:
- 7 nights in fully-equipped 2-bedroom/2-bath condo with view of rainforest and golf course
- Access to the private Los Sueños Beach Club
- Personal English-speaking concierge
- Discount certificates for use at the country's best eco-tours and fishing charters

The condo is located in the Los Sueños Resort and Marina, a premier luxury residential destination community. Designed in stunning Spanish Colonial Architecture, the spacious 1900 square ft. suite sleeps four comfortably, maximum of six in a comfortable living space using a two-bedroom, two-bathroom floor plan.

South America Dove Hunting for Five!Córdoba, Córdoba Province, Argentina

5 Nights • Sleeps up to 5 | Valid year-round.

Migrate to South America for premier wingshooting at one of MGW’s signature lodges near Cordoba, Argentina, or Soriano, Uruguay. The winners of this trip will be treated to some of the finest dove shooting in the southern hemisphere, while being taken care of by professional field guides and lodge staff. This is a hunt of a lifetime, and one that will not be forgotten!

INCLUDES:
- 5 nights lodging for 5 hunters in MGW lodge of choice in Argentina or Uruguay (double or triple occupancy, subject to availability)
- 5 days of hunting (a maximum of 9 total hunts)
- Field guides
- Gun cleaning
- Transfers to and from dove fields
- Laundry service
- Meals and beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic)
- Paid gun rentals, trip extensions and upgrades available.

7 Nights at Truffle Resort + Cooking Class Cortona, Tuscany, Italy

7 Nights • Sleeps up to 6 | Valid year-round. Saturday check-ins only.

The Truffle Resort is a luxury farmstay on the peaceful woodlands of the Cortona County, where Frances Mayes, author of best-selling book “Under The Tuscan Sun”, has spent many sunsets in company of the owners and their delicious cuisine. The Owners, who live in their own villa within the resort, manicure the property and share their homemade produce with their guests, adding a rural twist to the experience.

INCLUDES:
- 7 Nights in a 3br/3ba villa at The Truffle Resort
- Villa will be either the Stone Villa or Yellow Villa, depending on availability
- Final cleaning & utilities
- Cooking class for 6 guests
- Concierge service from Redbriks
- Booking both villas together may be available for a fee at redemption

Cortona is a beautiful hilltop town in Tuscany, Italy, famous for its history, art, and stunning views of the Valdichiana valley.

Upcoming Events

WE'RE SOLD OUT BUT YOU CAN REGISTER FOR THE WAITLIST so you can join us for a faith-filled morning of celebration, vision, and impact. This year’s event features Charlie’s Chalk Talk with MLB legend Gary Sheffield, and honors FSU Legends, Community Leaders and Philanthropists Peter & Kensy Boulware with the 2026 Ann & Bobby Bowden Family Legacy Award.

JOIN THE WAITLIST today and be the first to know if seats become available!

Previous Events

Event

2025 Multi-Sport Shoe Drive

Thanks for supporting the 3rd Annual Sport Shoe Drive benefitting Big Bend Pop Warner Football, local youth sport athletes and athletes in Trinidad. Your support helped to ensure all of the athletes and cheerleaders had proper footwear for the season.

Shoe Drive

August 2025

3rd Annual Championship Brunch at Immanuel Baptist Church!

Join us on Friday, August 29 from 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM in Tallahassee for our 3rd Annual Championship Brunch featuring Olympic legend Jackie Joyner-Kersee as our Charlie’s Chalk Talk Guest.

We’ll also honor Coach Leonard & Mrs. Claudette Hamilton and the Ann & Bobby Bowden Family for their legacy of leadership and excellence.

Enjoy a meaningful afternoon of food, faith, and inspiration as we support the future Champions Ranch — a place of hope and growth for youth.

June 2025

Father's Day Leadership Basketball Clinic

It was a blessing to host the 4th Annual Father's Day Leadership Basketball Clinic on Saturday, June 14, 2025 @8:30 a.m. at the FAMU Al Lawson Multi-purpose Center in Tallahassee, FL.

With the largest turn out yet, it was a fund time of connection, learning and celebrating Father’s Day Weekend in a meaningful way!

June 2025

Family Fun Day at Amicus Brewing!

Saturday, June 14 was a raining day at Old City Waterworks in Tallahassee. Thanks for those who came out to join us for an exciting afternoon of family fun! Charlie and Hope enjoyed competing in the cornhole tournament and the children looked amazing with their face painting.

Thanks to Amicus Brewing for the generous support of our 3rd Annual Sports Shoe Drive.

2025 Amicus Brewing event graphic

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2024 Multi-Sport Shoe Drive

The Ward Family Foundation Champions Community came together in 2024 for the 2nd Annual Sport Shoe Drive benefitting Big Bend Pop Warner Football. We donated new and gently used athletic shoes to help ensure all of the athletes and cheerleaders had proper footwear for the season. Stay tuned for details about the 2025 Sport Shoe Drive!

Shoe Drive

December 2024

Holiday Mentor Leadership Basketball Clinic

On December 1, we hosted the 2nd Annual Holiday Mentor Leadership Basketball Clinic in Thomasville, GA. This clinic is designed for parents/children or adult mentors/mentees, to engage in basketball drills, learn life lessons and hear motivational talks while fostering lasting bonds through teamwork & shared memories!

October 2024

Championship Breakfast

 

Program: Sports

Father's Day Mentor Leadership Basketball Clinic

Ward Family Foundation | 2023 FATHER'S DAY BASKETBALL CLINIC
Charlie at a Basketball Clinic

December 2023

Holiday Mentor Leadership Basketball Clinic

Charlie and children smiling at Dick's Sporting Goods

November 2023

Surprise Holiday Shopping Spree with Dick’s Sporting Goods

November 2023

Championship Breakfast

Father's Day Basketball Clinic

June 2023

Father's Day Mentor Leadership Clinic

Blessing Bucket event

February 2023

Blessing Bucket Packing Event

November 2022

FSUS Hurricane Relief

Darryl reading from his book to children

April 2022

Darryl "DMC" McDaniels Book Giveaway

Father's Day Clinic

June 2022

Father's Day Leadership Basketball Clinic

Past Events

  • Charlie Ward Mentor Leadership Clinic: Pensacola, FL
  • Charlie Ward Tribute to Excellence: Houston, TX
  • Charlie Ward Basketball Camps for Boys: Erie, PA; Thomasville, GA; Tallahassee, FL; Houston, TX
  • Charlie Ward Basketball Camps for Girls: New York, NY
  • Slammin’ Jammin’ Jubilee at NBA All-Star Weekend: Washington, D.C.; Philadelphia, PA; Atlanta, GA; Oakland, CA; Los Angeles, CA