From cruising to kickflips to McTwists, skateboarding is no easy feat. Skaters worldwide are coming together to perfect their skills and compete for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, all while supporting a meaningful cause. No matter what your stance is, it's time to grab your board and get moving.
DOLLARS RAISED IN 2023
$768,498.50
BENEFITTING
The Skatepark Project
Founded by skate legend Tony Hawk, The Skatepark Project has been helping underserved communities create safe and inclusive public skateparks for youth since 2002. Tony Hawk’s Skatepark Hero is proud to support this organization to aid in their mission to issue grants to low-income communities by building quality public skateparks and providing guidance to city officials, parents, and children.
2023 Skatepark Hero Winner
Michael Manion
For over two decades, Michael has shredded in the streets of Southern Georgia, where his passion for helping open skateparks within his local community was established. This Tony Hawk doppelgänger shares a birthday with the Birdman himself, and he celebrates Tony as someone who paved the way for him to do what he loves.
“Skateboarding has more depth than just sport. It's about inclusivity, creativity, and community.”
— TONY HAWK
Tony Hawk
The Birdman, a.k.a. Tony Hawk, is a renowned skateboarder and entrepreneur. By age 14, he turned pro, and by 16, he was considered the best competitive skateboarder on Earth. He remained a world champ for 12 consecutive years and prevails as the most globally recognized action-sports figure. Hawk remains active in promoting the sport, his products (including Birdhouse), and his charity.