Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival Inc. (TBCGF)

Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival Inc. (TBCGF) is a Black-led nonprofit working at the intersection of health equity, community economics, and cultural celebration. Founded to address the alarming rates of heart disease and related comorbidities in Black communities, TBCGF engages families through culturally anchored programs that promote intergenerational lifestyle change, centered on access to nutritious food, physical activity, education, and financial empowerment. Its signature event, the annual Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival, draws thousands each Presidents’ Day weekend, transforming a beloved Southern staple into a symbol of healing, heritage, and health. Year-round initiatives like the I love Greens 5K & Fitness Extravaganza, Ready 5K training programs, and Fit & Empowered Camps support communities in shifting from sedentary habits to sustainable wellness through movement, mentorship, and access to resources, while advancing community economics through entrepreneurship, small business support, and wealth-building opportunities.

Contact details
Contact listing owner

Scroll to Top