A Celebration of History

Highlighting the City's Cultural Legacy

The legacy of our history is as deep as the value of our community. COTBHC is committed to sharing culturally rich and diverse programs that honor the traditions of our past whilst helping to shape the generations of our future.

Trailblazers:

Leading Change

Hosted on February 17, 2025, The 37th Annual City of Tampa Black History Celebration will highlight figures who have made a difference by charting pathways within the community and left a legacy that sparked inspiration for future generations.

Annual Scholarship Awards

The annual Scholarship Awards Ceremony, which took place on May 7, 2024, grants parents, city officials, and supporters like you the opportunity to celebrate what is best about our youth while awarding scholarships to outstanding high school graduates.

Learn more about annual scholarship opportunities.

Each year, COTBHC rewards students for their scholastic achievements. Applications for the upcoming season are now available. Application submissions must be received by March 17, 2025.

Annual Golf Tournament

The COTBHC Golf Tournament is an annual fundraiser that supports our educational and academic initiatives to provide scholarships to students in Hillsborough County. Held at Rogers Park Golf Course, a COTBHC community partner, proceeds from the golf scramble go toward the annual scholarship fund. The 2025 golf tournament will take place on April 26 at 8:30 AM!

Ways to Contribute

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Inspire Future Generations.

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Interested in sponsorship or donorship? From scholarship awards to our annual Black History Celebration, partner with us in honoring the dedication, collaboration, and achievements of our community.