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FORE the Promise

Our annual golf outing is back again! FORE the Promise is here, and we’re gearing up for another fantastic outing. Get ready to hit the greens, support Rockford Promise, and enjoy a great day of golf for a great cause. Individual registration and sponsorships are available on the event page. For questions please contact contact.us@rockfordpromise.org Date: June…

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Promising Futures

From College Decision to College Graduation – Join Us for Promising Futures! Rockford Promise invites you to the third annual Promising Futures, a community celebration honoring local students as they take the next step in their journey! Cheer on RPS 205 students as they sign their scholarships to local colleges and universities. Celebrate Rockford Promise graduates from Rockford University, Northern…

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Let’s Raise the Roof!

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…

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Golf with Rockford Promise!

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…

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Scholars post another solid semester at Rock Valley College

Rockford Promise Scholars continue to excel at Rock Valley College. There were 47 students at RVC in the first semester receiving Rockford Promise scholarships and they had a cumulative GPA of 3.11. Thirty-one of the students had a GPA of 3.0 or higher and nine had perfect 4.0s. The Rockford Promise-Rock Valley College partnership has…

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Donor Profile: Promise growth is ‘remarkable’ to former educator

Former Rockford Lutheran teacher Jane Austin already knew about Rockford Promise when Elaine Breck, the organization’s first executive director, approached her about supporting Rockford Promise in some way. “I used to live in Kalamazoo (Michigan), which is where the first Promise program started,” Austin said. Breck was hoping that Austin and the group she focused…

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Raise The Roof 2022

Join us and LET THE GOOD TIMES ROLL as we celebrate and raise funds for Rockford Promise Scholars! Laissez le bon temps rouler! This year’s annual Rockford Promise party will be at the lovely Starlight Theatre on Rock Valley College’s campus. This year’s event will focus on funding Scholar support for more than 300 students…

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Auto shop reopening to benefit Rockford Promise

Saturday, Sept. 10, check out the renamed GreatWater Garage CherryVale Tire & Auto, which has been serving car and truck owners since 1980, now is part of the GreatWater Garage family. GreatWater Garage is a growing chain of service stations with locations in Michigan, Indiana, Illinois and Wisconsin. There will be a grand opening of…

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Down some hamburgers for Rockford Promise

Tuesday, Aug. 30, satisfy your hamburger cravings at Stockyard Burger Bar On Tuesday, Aug. 30, you can enjoy one of the five best burger joints in Rockford – according to Yelp.com – when Stockyard Burger Bar hosts a Rockford Promise day. The restaurant opens at 11 a.m. From 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., the principals…

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