In the Community
Investing in the Future of Manatee & Sarasota Counties
The friends and family of Tanya Clavey are proud to offer a scholarship to a high achieving and well-deserving high school senior who graduated from a Manatee County High School and wants to attend a law enforcement academy.
Making an Impact
How Do We Help the Community?
AWARENESS
We want to inform as many people as we can about the dangers of driving drunk and make them aware of the alternatives.
EDUCATION
Learn more about how to become a recruit at the police academy, and make a difference in your neighborhood today.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Our foundation is centered on funding the next generation of law enforcement in our community for better awareness!
Remembering
A Message from Tanya’s Mother
“This foundation stretches beyond the legacy of a 16-year-old girl whose life ended abruptly. Tanya genuinely made an effort to support anyone she met, wishing only the best for all. She was a wonderful humanitarian and left this world all too soon. In reflection of her life, this foundation offers inspiration and scholarship assistance for a high school student who wants to attend the police academy to carve their own career path of service. I am so proud of the person my daughter was and so proud of her brother Adam, who continues to light her memory. He started the Tanya Clavey Memorial Foundation to ensure her life continues to make a difference. Adam serves the community faithfully as a Law Enforcement Officer.”
Hosted Charity Events
Tanya Clavey Memorial Foundation in the Community
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Tanya Clavey in the News
Recent Interviews
Who is Tanya Clavey and who does the Tanya Clavey Memorial Foundation support? Check out a recent interview with Founder Adam Spatafora on ABC 7!
Meet the Board
Serving Proudly
Adam Spatafora
Founder
Mike Johnston
Car Show Coordinator
Mano Laurent
Treasurer
Cornelius Stover
Applicant Coodinator
Kimberly Clemons
Secretary
Cindy Chin
Community Relations Manager
Jami Lynne Turner
Operations Manager
Sarah B. McArthur
Web & Graphic Designer
Testimonials
Making an Impact
Mano Laurent
Treasurer
“As the very first recipient of the Tanya Clavey Foundation Scholarship, I am thankful and grateful because the scholarship money assisted me in becoming a police officer, which is something I’ve always wanted to do ever since I was in elementary school. Having to pay for the police academy out of pocket would have set my financial abilities back and would have required me to work two jobs to save up for the course.
This scholarship is truly a Godsend. I feel honored to pay back my blessings by blessing others with my opportunities.”
Kyle Z.
Recipient, Parrish FL
“I am very fortunate to have received a scholarship from the foundation. I would not have gained a position as a law enforcement officer as quickly as I did without their help. The process was easy and they provided continuous support and resources throughout my training.”
Christopher Minca
Recipient
“I am very appreciative for the foundation and the scholarship that they have provided me. The foundation allowed me to become a Law Enforcement Officer in a very timely manner. The foundation gave continuous support and resources through the academy and continues to support me throughout my training.”
Melissa Raburn
HR Specialist, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office
“I have had the pleasure of working alongside Adam Spatafora and the Tanya Clavey Foundation for a couple of years now. When I have a deserving candidate, I easily present the foundation their information and they are delighted to pay for their tuition. The foundation is incredibly easy to work with and I know we are building a better community together.”
Support in the Department
Finding Solutions Together
