By Kyle Heinze, RESA Middle School, 7th Grade Principal As a ten-year veteran of the Rockford Public School District, I can confidently say that no organization breathes more genuine hope into our buildings than Rockford Promise. The opportunity for students in Rockford to earn tuition-free scholarships in return for maintaining a 3.0 grade point average…
Join us for Rockford Promise’s “Raise the Roof” gala fundraiser on September 14th, where we’ll be constructing brighter futures and hammering out the barriers to success! This event will feature a fantastic lineup of activities, including games, food trucks, craft brews, and more. As we lay the foundation for success, you’ll witness how our scholarship…
Support local Scholars on their journey to college by joining Rockford Promise for a round of golf! Aldeen Golf ClubWednesday, June 12, 20241902 Reid Farm Road, Rockford, ILFormat:18 Hole 4- Person Scramble Cost:$500 per team $125 per playerSponsorships Available, including Hole Sponsorships Schedule of Events:Registration opens at 12:00 PM; Shotgun start at 1:00PM For more…
By Angelo Buff, Illinois Student Assistance Corps My name is Angelo Buff and I am the ISACorps representative for the Rockford Region, including all Rockford Public Schools (RPS205). Did you know that the Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) is the college access and financial aid agency for the state of Illinois? ISAC’s mission is to…
By Gabrielle Foreman, Program Support Coordinator At Rockford Promise, we believe in the power of education to transform lives and communities. Our commitment to providing higher education opportunities for local scholars goes beyond financial support; it extends to fostering meaningful mentorship connections. In this blog post, we delve into why Rockford Promise places immense value…
By Kaylene Groh, Executive Director We were so honored to be nominated for the prestigious Excelsior Award, along with Hoo Haven and this year’s recipient, The Golden Apple Foundation. Our congratulations go out to both organizations, and to all of the staff and volunteers working tirelessly to make our community a better place to live,…
By Cole Bathje, Fund Development Manager The year end marks times of giving thanks, of gathering, and of shopping as we prepare to give gifts to those who mean the most to us. During this season of giving, would you consider adding your local nonprofit organization to the list? Rockford has many wonderful non-profit organizations…
Rockford Promise Guest Blog Post Megan Frankfother, Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management, Rockford University Applying for college is an exciting milestone in many high school juniors’ and seniors’ lives. This ishappening amidst other milestones such as preparing for high school graduation, and wrapping up highschool athletic careers or other extra-curricular activities. With so many…
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On Monday, May 1, Rockford Promise is going to introduce Rockford to the next 153 who are receiving Scholarships after outstanding careers at Rockford Public Schools. We’ll have more on our next great group of kids after Monday’s Promising Futures event at the Coronado Theater, but here are a few statistical breakdowns of the 2023-2024…
