Tom Skinner (June 6, 1942 – June 17, 1994) was an African-American evangelist and author. While a gang member in his youth, he later became a motivational speaker and advocate for racial reconciliation and leadership development. He was also a chaplain for the Washington Redskins in the 1970s and 1980s. Skinner's work in ministry led to the establishment of the Tom Skinner Learning Center in Newark, New Jersey and the Skinner Farm Leadership Institute in Tracys Landing, Maryland.[1]