A Lightning Strike of Inspiration: Fran Davin Honored as Community Hero

What a way to conclude Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month!

On March 29, 2026, the atmosphere at the arena was electric as the Tampa Bay Lightning Foundation named our very own Board Member, the Honorable Fran Davin, as a Lightning Community Hero.

This prestigious recognition celebrates individuals who make a lasting impact on the Tampa Bay area.

A Legacy of Service

Fran has long been a beacon of light in our community. Her career in public service – including her time as a Hillsborough County Commissioner and Tampa City Council member – has always been defined by a commitment to advocacy. Today, she brings that same passion and expertise to MTC, where she works tirelessly to transform the lives of adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

As a member of our Board, Fran’s leadership helps ensure that we embrace our mission “To empower people with disabilities to lead the lives they choose”, by providing pathways to independence, employment, and inclusion for the people we serve.

Watch the Moment

We invite you to watch the feature story:

🎥 WATCH: Tampa Bay Lightning Community Hero: Fran Davin

Continuing the Momentum

Heroes like Fran remind us that when we lean in together, we create a community where everyone is valued and empowered.

Congratulations, Fran! Thank you for being a champion for MTC and a hero for all of Tampa Bay.

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Thousands of people with all disabilities are working and living independently because people like you care. Your gifts bridge the gap between government assistance for people with disabilities and what is truly needed to make them independent and happy.

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Join us in creating opportunities for people with disabilities in our community. Your time, skills, and compassion can make a lasting difference.

Ways to Get Involved

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  • Advocate – Help spread awareness and build inclusive communities


Together, we can turn possibility into reality.

MacDonald Training Center is committed to providing integrated employment, internships and workforce advancement opportunities for people with disabilities, while providing affordable and professional services for our business customers.

Live, Learn, Connect!
MTC offers comprehensive Day Services, individualized Employment Services, enriching Youth Camp Experiences, supportive Residential Services that promote independence and community living. MTC’s eMerge Career Collaborative provides innovative Post-Secondary Education.

Shop greeting cards created by MTC Fine Artists—available online and at our Tampa location. You can also purchase repurposed parade beads, sorted, and packaged by volunteers. In partnership with the City of Tampa, these reclaimed beads are kept out of Tampa Bay and sold back to parade crews for local celebrations.

MacDonald Training Center (MTC) transforms the lives of people with all disabilities through innovations in vocational training, employment services, residential supports and life enrichment opportunities. MTC’s programs are customized to meet the needs and learning styles of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Autism Spectrum disorder, and those who are Deaf and hard of hearing.