nick merlino
Pro Skater Nick Merlino is entering a new purposeful season, driven by a deep call to combine his skating roots with his faith. This August, Nick Merlino, Antwan Dixon, Jud Heald, Dave Jonsson are embarking on The Skate Gospel Pro Skateboarding Christian Tour, the Kingdom is Taking Over across the East Coast! The plan is to bring high-level skating, fellowship, and a message of hope to the streets with planned stops in Philadelphia, Atlantic City, Washington D.C., and more from August 24th to the 30th.
This tour is a major step of faith, designed to impact communities and connect with skaters everywhere. We are inviting you to partner with us in this mission by donating, which serves as a direct investment into a movement that bridges the gap between professional skateboarding and faith. If you feel called to support this vision, please click the GoFundMe link below to contribute, as every donation helps bring this tour to a city near you.
The Skate Gospel Pro Tour, running from August 24th to August 30th, is a dedicated mission to bridge the gap between skateboarding culture and local community impact. By traveling through cities like Philadelphia, DC, New York, and Brooklyn, the team aims to utilize the sport as a platform for fostering personal growth, building community, and facilitating meaningful connections with youth.
We are inviting local churches and organizations to partner with us at our scheduled stops to help inspire the next generation and leave a positive, lasting mark in their regions. Whether your group would like to host a demonstration or facilitate a youth outreach event, we encourage you to join us on this tour to build relationships and support the local skate scene through shared purpose and resilience.
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