Autumn 2024 – A Message from Our Executive Director
The last three months have been both busy and impactful here at Rodman for Kids and we’re keeping this momentum going strong for the rest of 2024!
A better future begins with investing in the youth in our communities. This includes supporting education, health, social, and creative development. Rodman for Kids shines a light on possibilities and potential, creates pathways, and provides access to a better future for kids in need of support.
Rodman for Kids provides comprehensive support, including fundraising and organizational resources, to youth-focused charities of all sizes. In addition to financial support, Rodman for Kids provides space and programs for collaboration, networking, professional development, and best practices for our Charity Partners.
The last three months have been both busy and impactful here at Rodman for Kids and we’re keeping this momentum going strong for the rest of 2024!
Schneider Electric, international energy management company, has been a vital partner to Rodman for Kids over the last three years by donating the venue for the Rodman Ride for Kids!
“As I look back on my journey, from a curious nine-year-old heading to summer camp for the first time to a leader on the Young Professionals Board, I’m reminded of the incredible impact that Rodman for Kids has had on my life.”
Mikey McCarthy, a passionate advocate for the arts and a dedicated member of the Rodman for Kids Young Professionals Board, has a story that speaks volumes about the transformative power of the Theatre for Kids program.
Meet Jane Lima, Rodman for Kids’ Marketing & Communications Manager! Jane joined the Rodman for Kids team back in 2021 but has been involved with Rodman for Kids since before she was born!
Over the past six months, we at Rodman for Kids, have been thinking a lot about the next generations; both as future stakeholders and as well-rounded members of society who are set up to succeed.
Last night, Rodman for Kids marked an exciting new chapter with the inaugural meeting of our Young Professionals Board (YPB). This milestone event brought together a dynamic and passionate group of young leaders, all united by a common goal: to empower youth and make a positive impact in our community.
Meet Marisa Collins, Rodman for Kids’ Operations Manager! Marisa has been a part of the Rodman for Kids team since 2020, but worked with our Founder, Don Rodman, for almost 25 years! We’re so glad to have her as a member of the team.
Here at Rodman for Kids, we have been thinking a lot about community, a thread that runs through everything we do.
Meet Spencer Collier, Rodman for Kids Board Member and Chair of our Marketing Committee! We had the privilege of sitting down with Spencer to learn more about his connection to our organization and WHY he continues to support us!
Meet Mary Ellen Blue, Rodman for Kids’ Administrative Assistant!
Meet Maria Wilson, Rodman for Kids’ newest team member! Maria is joining us in a new role – Events & Program Manager!
We were recently able to talk with one of Rodman for Kids’ newest board members, Nicolette Shaughnessy, to discuss why she participates in the Rodman Ride for Kids!
LeEric Daye is new to the Rodman for Kids Board of Directors, but the impact he has already had is immense. In his own words, “I was one of the kids Rodman for Kids exists to serve.”
Jim Brett is a disability rights advocate, serving as the Chairman of the President’s Committee on People with Intellectual Disabilities for Presidents Bush, Obama, and now Biden. In addition to all of this amazing work, Jim makes time to serve on Rodman for Kids’ Board of Directors, offering his unique insight on how we can be a more inclusive organization.
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