Corey & Lisette Warner
Founders
The Warner Family is dedicated to empowering young people by creating opportunities for growth, development, and leadership through sports. We strive to provide access, support, and resources that inspire the next generation to achieve their full potential both on and off the court with a strong focus on expanding opportunities across all levels of sport, from youth clubs to collegiate athletics.
Cindi Mainer
Executive Director
Cindi Mainer is a nonprofit leader and event strategist with a passion for startup agencies and building community engagement. Having been in the nonprofit arena for more than 35 years, she has orchestrated impactful fundraisers, cultivated donor relationships, and elevated the public image of organizations such as the American Cancer Society, Arthritis Foundation, and most recently the Humane Society of Sumter County.
Known for creating new special events and engaging community leaders in fundraising projects, Cindi specializes in transforming moments of generosity into lasting impact. She lives in The Villages with her husband Dave and enjoys spending time with her three children, pup Rudi, and cheering on her grandchildren in their extensive sports pursuits.
Kelly Weatherholt
Marketing Manager
Kelly is the Marketing Manager for the Warner Family Sports Foundation, helping share the foundation’s mission of uplifting young athletes across Central Florida, so families and donors can clearly see the impact of expanded access to sports.
Kelly grew up as a Girl Scout in a troop led by her mother, an experience that shaped her belief in mentorship, leadership, and opportunities for girls to grow with confidence. She carries those values today, volunteering in various capacities and staying committed to programs that strengthen the community. Her goal is to help the foundation reach more families, inspire more supporters, and ensure that every young athlete who wants to play has the chance to step on the court with pride.