About Us
OUR HISTORY
Shine Play It Forward: is a nonprofit 501 (C)(3) that was developed to recognize the life's work of our loving husband, father, and grandfather Tom Shine. In 2021, Tom lost his courageous seven-year battle with cancer. Through his life and ultimate journey fighting cancer, Tom demonstrated strength and an unrelenting positive attitude. This strength has become the backbone for us to follow.
OUR MISSION
A commitment to service excellence through supporting academic, athletic, and leadership development in youth.
OUR TEAM
Our fantastic team, Brenda Shine, Casey & Ingred Shine, and Rick & Jamie (Shine) Croy, are committed to fostering academic, athletic, social, cultural, and leadership development in youth, our community, and the world...
Team supporters are our grandchildren Kayden Croy, Thomas Shine, JRob Croy, Sofia Shine, and Trevor Shine.
#grampystrong
#togetherforever
OUR INITIATIVES
Throughout Tom's life, he impacted 1,000's of lives through teaching, coaching, mentoring, leadership, and friendship. In honor of his life, we carry forth the same spirit of giving. Even though Tom's impact was felt far and wide, our focus begins with the foundation of where he came from and is dedicated to giving back in his honor. His roots as a student, athlete, and coach extend to:
- Duarte High School
- El Modena High School
- Santa Ana College
- Santiago Canyon College
- Chapman University
- Cal Baptist University
GRAMPY STRONG
DINING FOR A CAUSE
Throughout Tom's journey, Brenda developed menus to support his changing appetite. This developed into Bebe's Cafe. Brenda has taken this approach to pay tribute for friends to gather, share in conversation and enjoy the cuisine. Brenda has turned this initiative into "Dining for a Cause," where all proceeds support the foundation. For dates please connect: brendashine@me.com
PARENT CHILD CAMP
Our son-in-law, Rick Croy, with Cal Baptist University, is presenting an opportunity to take part in the
Tom Shine Parent/Child Camp
June 17, 2023
The focus was based on:
- Quality Time With Your Child
- Skill Work
- Team Building
- Tons Of Fun
- A Day You’ll Cherish Forever
Coach Croy spoke with the parents separately and outlined the key aspects Tom focused on in his life.
GOLF CLASSIC 2024
Throughout Tom's life, he was a fierce competitor. Sports were pivotal. He was an ardent storyteller. He remembered games, dates, scores, plays, and players. The time he spent with his kids, grandkids, friends, coaches, and players drove the essence of his being. When asked what his favorite course to play was, Tom would respond, "it is not about the course, as much as it is about the people you are with." Tom left a profound resonating impact on many people's lives. We hope you will join us in celebrating Tom and a game he loved to play.
Academic Institutions Where Tom Left a Lifelong Impact
Our Partners
