Fuel Opportunity.
Power Community.
When your company partners with Rockford Promise,
you’re helping RPS 205 and private partner school graduates attend college tuition-free – and investing in the future of Rockford’s workforce.
Why Corporate Partnership Matters
Fuel Local Talent
Your connections support full-tuition scholarships, Scholar support, and career exploration programs. You’re empowering Scholars to pursue higher education and return to the region to strengthen Rockford’s workforce.
Grow a Stronger Workforce
Rockford Promise Scholars are more likely to live and work in the Rockford area, helping local companies like yours access highly motivated, educated talent.
Elevate Your Brand
Connecting with Rockford Promise aligns your company with a proven, high-impact community initiative while demonstrating your commitment to Rockford’s long-term success.
Ways to Connect with Rockford Promise
Talent Development
Connect Scholars to Career Opportunities.
Preparing Scholars for success after graduation is central to our mission. Help us offer meaningful workforce experiences that bridge education to real-world opportunity.
- Offer Internship & Job Shadowing – By providing hands-on experiences to Scholars, you build relationships with potential future employees.
- Host Site Visits and Industry Tours – As part of our Promising Careers events, Scholars are introduced firsthand to Rockford’s diverse and thriving companies and career paths.
- Join Our Network – The “Together in Promise” network of local professionals and businesses offers Scholars access to professional mentorships, career experiences and connections.
- Build Alumni Connections – Through our “We the Promise” events, businesses engage with Rockford Promise alumni, positioning your company as a leader in developing and retaining talent in our region.
Let’s talk about how your company can develop talent with Rockford Promise.
Gabrielle Foreman
Workforce Development Coordinator, Rockford Promise
gabrielle.foreman@rockfordpromise.org
Corporate Giving
Invest in the Future.
Through corporate giving, you’re investing directly in local students while creating a more educated, vibrant Rockford.
Annual Corporate Sponsorships – Align your company name with an initiative that is making a lasting impact in our community.
Event Sponsorships – Sponsor one of our fundraising or community events like FORE the Promise or Promising Careers.
Workplace Giving or Matching Programs – Inspire your employees to make a difference through payroll deduction or matching gift programs.
In-Kind Donations – Support Rockford Promise through donated goods or services that help us lower costs and expand our reach.
Ready to invest in a more educated, vibrant community?
Ciara Stahly
Director of Fund Development, Rockford Promise
(815) 540-4831
ciara.stahly@rockfordpromise.org
Thank You to Our Current Partners
