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Rock for Youth Campaign

What is it? The first Annapolis Rock for Youth campaign is an on-going project to provide college scholarships for disadvantaged youth residents in the City of Annapolis. Starting in the Spring of '09, there will be different fun events at various locations throughout Annapolis. Events will be held for people of all ages, interests, beliefs, ethnicities, educational levels, and physical capabilities.

Why is it happening? These happenings will provide fun for all visitors and residents of Annapolis. AND, they will help raise money for college scholarships for eligible young people of our City.

Who is doing this? The City of Annapolis, Annapolis Community Foundation, and all of us who appreciate our wonderful City. Anyone who values our children and wants to provide educational opportunities for deserving young people will be a part of this dynamic effort.

Where is this happening? You’ll see the Rock for Youth activities throughout Annapolis -- in restaurants, shops, marinas, parks, theaters, hospitals, businesses, organizations, neighborhoods, schools, places of worship, the city dock, and more!

What kind of fun events? How about Rock Around the Clock? Rock the Boat? Rock Raffle? To the Rocks? Rock the Corks? Rocking Chairs? Rocking Horses? Rock of Ages? Rock Concert? Rock for Change? Well, you get the idea!

When is it? Look for all the activities during the month of October.

For more information and profiles of some of the Youth in Annapolis, visit here

How can YOU get involved?

Rock for Youth Sponsorship Opportunities

YOU can be a sponsor. YOU can have one of the Rock activities at your business, school, etc. YOU can be a participant or a volunteer. YOU can donate money. It’s up to YOU. YOU will definitely want to be a part of this first Rock for Youth campaign as we work together to help our youth!

Please support the Rock for Youth Campaign as we provide college scholarships for deserving young citizens of Annapolis!

CORPORATE CAMPAIGN SPONSORSHIPS

• Annapolis Rock $ 10,000
• Plymouth Rock $ 5,000
• Moon Rock $ 2,500
• Rock of Gibralter $ 1,000

CAMPAIGN EVENT SPONSORSHIPS

• Campaign Kick-off Reception $ 2,500
• Rock of Ages Choir Performance $ 1,000
• Rock Around the Clock Dance Competition $ 1,000
• Rock Concert $ 1,000
• Campaign Wrap-up Appreciation Reception $ 2,500

ROCK STAR STUDENT SPONSORSHIPS

• The Beatles $ 500
• The Rolling Stones $ 250
• Bob Marley & the Wailers $ 100
• Sly & the Family Stone $ 50
• Bono & U2 $ 25
• The Jackson Five $ 10

Please make your check payable to Rock for Youth. Mail to the address listed at the bottom of the page.

Who do you contact? Kirby J. McKinney: 410-280-1462, ext 14 or email KJMckinney@annapolis.gov; Faye Currie: 410-263-1255 or email FCurrie@cgfcb.com; or CFG Community Bank.

Thank you!

Tony J. Spencer, Director
Office of Youth and Community Affairs, Mayor's Office
160 Duke of Gloucester Street
Annapolis, MD 21401

Mission and Goal of Rock for Youth Campaign

VISION

The vision of the Rock for Youth Campaign is to provide college scholarships for disadvantaged youth residents in the City of Annapolis.

MISSION

The mission of the Rock for Youth Campaign is to raise funds through various entertaining community-wide events. These events will appeal to people of all ages, ethnicities, beliefs, interests, physical conditions and educational levels. The funds raised will be utilized by the City of Annapolis Office of Youth and Community Affairs specifically for the purpose of establishing an endowment for college scholarships for disadvantaged youth.

OBJECTIVES

The objectives of the Rock for Youth Campaign are:

1. Raise funds to provide college scholarships for disadvantaged youth.
2. Raise awareness for the need to support young people who want to improve themselves through education.
3. Unite the residents of the City of Annapolis to envision and achieve more opportunities for youth to excel.
4. Involve the business community in supporting these efforts.
5. Increase work opportunities for the youth of Annapolis.
6. Educate and inform Annapolis residents regarding the advantages of supporting City youth.

GOAL

The goal is to raise a Million Dollar Endowment. This year we hope the Rock for Youth Campaign will provide five (5) scholarships (tuition, books and fees) for two (2) years at Anne Arundel Community College. The remainder of the funds will be applied to the endowment for future scholarships.