The children of Franklin Elementary School in Eastside are getting a hand up thanks to Training C.A.M.P. (Communities to Achieve Maximum Potential), which was founded a few years ago by Sergio Hernandez. The program provides an after school mentoring program for Franklin students and community engagement events for the Eastside area.
This Saturday, August 15, for instance, Training C.A.M.P. is hosting an inaugural 3-on-3 basketball tournament called “Summer Shootout for Shoes.” The proceeds will go towards providing much-needed footwear for underprivileged families in the community, with the goal of providing shoes for 100 families.
“It’s all about maximizing the potential of your community,” said the 30-year-old Hernandez, “and everyone coming together to make it a better place.”