STOKED is a non-profit organization on a mission to help bridge the education and opportunity gap for underserved youth. They work with schools, organizations and mentors to host after school activities that are centered around sports culture, confidence building and community bonding. For this project, they hosted a workshop to paint and assemble skateboards for the local community.
Grind for Life Adaptive Skateboarding 2021 Year in Review Presented by USA Skateboarding & Toyota
Grind for Life’s Mike Rogers and The Boardr’s Ryan Clements take us through the Grind for Life Adaptive Skateboarding 2021 Year in Review Presented by USA Skateboarding & Toyota.
Jimmy Wilkins: Citizen of Skateistan – Thunder Trucks
For his first Pro Truck, Jimmy Wilkins wanted to help Skateistan. A portion of the proceeds from each of his trucks sold will go to Skateistan to support their skateboarding and educational programs around the world. Check out Jimmy’s Pro Trucks HERE.
Grind for Life Series Finals and Annual Awards in Tampa
With almost 8,000 entries and counting since we started running it in 2014, Grind for Life Series is one of the longest running and most participated skateboarding series in recent history.
Henry Gartland’s Celebration of Life | The Henry Gartland Foundation
In our hearts forever E Henry Gartland. Santa Cruz Skateboards flew out to Minneapolis to attend Henry Gartland’s Celebration of Life with 3rd Lair and The Henry Gartland Foundation to skate for Henry and spend time with one another. From skating Henry’s Ramp to raffling off product and hanging out with the community, the turnout was amazing and SC would like to sincerely thank everyone for coming out and honoring E. Visit the Henry Gartland Foundation HERE.
USA Skateboarding’s Inaugural “Skateboarding for All” Event: Los Angeles, November 2021
A New Initiative is the Cornerstone of USA Skateboarding’s Plan to Enrich the Lives of Youth Beyond the Olympics!
Supporting Veterans through Skateboarding at OC RAMPS!
Six Feet Above is a non-profit group who connect and support veterans and service members through skateboarding. They came through the OC Ramps warehouse during Veterans Weekend 2021. Guests include Mark Appleyard, Chris Hiett and Mike Berdis. To find out more on their efforts click HERE.
Day 2. Banger! in the Hangar 2021 – Vert Jam
2nd Annual SOLD OUT Banger! in the Hangar 2021 – Vert Jam Streamed Live Friday & Saturday 11/12 & 11/13 @ 5pm CST. Featuring the best Vert Skateboarders in the world at the Houston Vert Ramp! Triple 8 Best Trick, Female Jam, Channel Trick Jam and lots more!
Day 1. Banger! in the Hangar 2021 – Vert Jam
2nd Annual SOLD OUT Banger! in the Hangar 2021 – Vert Jam Streamed Live Friday & Saturday 11/12 & 11/13 @ 5pm CST. Featuring the best Vert Skateboarders in the world at the Houston Vert Ramp! Triple 8 Best Trick, Female Jam, Channel Trick Jam and lots more!
Ben Raemers’ Tragic Death Sparked a Mental Health Movement | Skating and Talking – VICE
In May 2019, the skateboarding industry was left devastated by the news that British pro skater Ben Raemers had died by suicide at the age of 28. Ben’s approach to skateboarding – with his unique blend of transition and street skating – meant that he was one of a small number of British skaters to gain an international reputation over the past decade.
In this film, friends and family reflect on Ben’s rise to US sponsorship, and the struggles that came later as his mental health deteriorated. His tragic death sparked a mental health reckoning within the skate community, with other pro-skaters now questioning their assumptions about mental health and sharing stories of their own.
The Ben Raemers Foundation was founded in an attempt to end the stigma that prevents skaters from discussing mental health issues and to provide much-needed education about suicide prevention.
You can find out more about The Ben Raemers Foundation and donate HERE.
Ryan Chaney in FMB
Phat House releases Ryan Chaney’s part from FMB. Ryan’s dad recently passed away; to help out click HERE.
THE DETOUR – The Heart Supply Skateboards
On August 26th, 2021, The Heart Supply family was en route to deliver free skateboards to the town of Xala, Mexico when their plans suddenly changed due to a severe tropical rainstorm canceling flights.
After quick deliberation, the group turned a negative into a positive, rented a van and took a ‘Detour’ from LAX to San Francisco. What resulted was this video and a spontaneous, unforgettable adventure. And, to make things better, we have rescheduled our giveback Mexico mission for December. Stay tuned!