Our Mission
CJ’s strength, kindness, and determination inspired everyone around him. His legacy fuels our mission:
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Athlete Safety & Awareness – Advocate for protocols that protect student-athletes, with a focus on sickle cell trait awareness, proper training standards, and accountability.
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Education & Empowerment – Provide educational scholarships like the 50 for #50 Athletic Scholarship and mentorship opportunities to student-athletes who embody CJ’s values of perseverance, leadership, and community service.
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Community Engagement – Host events such as the 50CAL Big Man Camp to promote safe conditioning practices, honor CJ’s love of the game, and bring athletes, families, and experts together.
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Advocacy & Reform – Push for systemic changes in athletics and higher education to ensure no family endures the preventable loss ours has.
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Together, we transform grief into action and Awareness = Strength.
50 for #50 Athletic Scholarship
The 50 for #50 Athletic Scholarship honors the life and legacy of Calvin “CJ” Dickey Jr., a student-athlete whose strength, kindness, and leadership continue to inspire others. This annual scholarship supports student-athletes from Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Pasco Counties who demonstrate character, perseverance, and integrity on and off the field.
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CJ believed that kindness is a gift we can all give freely. Through this scholarship, we carry that message forward empowering the next generation to pursue their dreams while promoting athlete safety, education, and community impact.
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The 2026 “50 for 50” Scholarship recipients will be announced on National Commitment Day, February 4, 2026.
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