Filling The Lane Receives $10,000 Grant from Duke Energy Foundation to Empower Youth

WINTER HAVEN, FL - September 2026, StepN2ourlane, dba Filling The Lane, is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $10,000 grant from the Duke Energy Foundation in support of its project, “Empowering Youth Through Education, Access, and Opportunity.”

The grant represents an important investment in Filling The Lane’s continued mission to enrich the educational experience of young people by providing opportunities that connect education, athletics, personal development, and community engagement.

The Duke Energy Foundation informed Filling The Lane of the grant award earlier this month and subsequently confirmed on September 22, 2026, that the grant funds had been processed.

“We are grateful to the Duke Energy Foundation for investing in our young people and believing in the work of Filling The Lane,” said Dr. Vincent M. Miller, Founder of Filling The Lane. “This support helps us continue creating opportunities that give our student-athletes greater access to the resources, experiences, and guidance they need to succeed both on and off the court.”

Through its programs, Filling The Lane works with student-athletes to help them pursue academic achievement, develop life skills, build character, and prepare for opportunities beyond high school. The organization believes that when young people are given access to the right resources and support, they can develop the confidence and skills necessary to reach their full potential.

The $10,000 Duke Energy Foundation grant will support Filling The Lane’s efforts under its Empowering Youth Through Education, Access, and Opportunity project and will contribute to the organization's ongoing work with youth and student-athletes in the community.

Filling The Lane looks forward to partnering with the Duke Energy Foundation and continuing to expand opportunities for the young people it serves.

About Filling The Lane

StepN2ourlane dba Filling The Lane is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enriching the educational experience of youth through a hybrid approach that combines basketball, academics, personal development, and community service.

Through its programs, Filling The Lane provides young people with opportunities to develop not only as athletes, but also as students, leaders, and members of their communities.

For more information about Filling The Lane and its programs, visit Filling The Lane online or follow the organization on social media.