National Basketball Association

Team:       Orlando Magic
Position:   Forward

Recent Plays

Vince Carter Challenge Scholarships

Believing in Your Dreams Scholarships

Playing For:

Embassy of Hope Foundation

How He's in the Game

In 1998, the same year he was drafted, Vince founded the Embassy of Hope Foundation. It’s slogan, “Believing in Your Dreams,” demonstrates the organization’s commitment to helping children, as well as their families, reach their fullest potential. In the last decade, the Embassy of Hope Foundation has helped uplift impoverished Florida communities through grants, scholarships, and used clothing distribution. He’s funded infrastructure improvements at his former high school and helped many young people fund their college education. Moreover, Vince and his mother donated $1.6 million to the Stewart-Marchman Foundation to fund the construction of a 100-bed substance abuse treatment facility in Flagler County. He's also heavily involved in the community outreach initiatives of the Orlando Magic, donating tickets to home games on a consistent basis.

In 2007, Vince’s efforts were recognized by Florida Governor Charlie Crist, who presented him with the Points of Life Award. Of his commitment to philanthropy, Vince says, “Just as my success was not reached in isolation, the success of other young people needs the support of many.”

About Vince Carter

After playing under legendary coach Dean Smith at the University of North Carolina, Vince Carter was drafted 5th overall in the 1998 NBA Draft. Vince quickly rose to stardom in light of his high-flying dunks, scoring prowess, and colorful on-court antics. The Slam Dunk Contest title he earned in 2000 is widely regarded as one of the most exciting performances in the history of the competition. Over the course of his career, he’s been an 8-time NBA All Star selection and he won a gold medal with the US Team in the 2000 Summer Olympics.