WHO WE ARE
The Dorsey Family Foundation was inspired by the life of a high school basketball coach named Maurice Dorsey who spent over 30+ years giving his heart, time , and efforts to aid in character and leadership development of student athletes . The Dorsey Family Foundation Scholarship Fund aims to provide scholarships for graduating student athletes specifically in the DFW area. The Foundation desires to promote academic excellence, character and leadership on and off the court for youth ages 18 & under.
CONTACT US
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647 Colonel Drive Garland, Texas 75043
You may also contact the foundation by emailing : dorseyfoundationmmrf@gmail.com
HIS STORY
Scholarship Fund for Graduating High School Student Athletes :
The Dorsey Family Foundation was created to honor the basketball legacy and character of Coach Maurice Dorsey Sr. who coached over 30 years with high schools and organizations in the Dallas area including Lakeview Centennial, Lancaster High School, Thomas Jefferson, Skyline, The Mavs Basketball Academy , & Mavs Elite Camps. Maurice Dorsey created a pathway for many coaches across DFW and paved the way for many students. Maurice was a man of character, integrity, and kindness. After passing in 2019 of Multiple Myeloma , this foundation was formed to honor him.
VALUES
Committed to Leadership , Character , Integrity and Kindness
The Dorsey Family Foundation has become an important part of the DFW community. The fund is used to help graduating student athletes from her father's career high schools such as Lancaster High School and Lakeview Highschool. All financial support and donations go towards helping kids lead and serve their communities with character, integrity and kindness. At the Dorsey Family Foundation, we value giving and going the extra mile to provide those in need with a wide range of opportunities that will allow them to reach their potential.
MEET THE TEAM!
Get to know us !
MAURICE JR.
Foundation Board Vice President
Maurice Dorsey Jr. is a Realtor in the DFW region. He is a graduate of SFA and has a Bachelors in Criminal Justice . He is the son of Coach Dorsey. He is married to Eboni Dorsey and has a 1 year old son named Maurice Dorsey III. He is an active member of Alpha Phi Alpha .
MONICA DORSEY
President
Monica Dorsey is an advocate, speaker, coach, mentor and social worker. Monica completed her Master of Social Work from the University of Texas at Arlington . By day she is a social worker, job development specialist, and intern supervisor for the Texas Offenders Reentry Initiative founded by Bishop T.D. Jakes. This organization aids in restorative justice and helping returning citizens reintegrate back into society . Monica is the founder of her own nonprofit called Endless Potential. She is a facilitator for Grow with Google which provides computer and technical training for justice impacted communities . Monica loves traveling , adventure , playing sports , impacting the community , and trying new things .