Inspired by the book Hey Dad! Let’s Have a Catch, by Harold Theurer, JR; ALL RISE is announcing our campaign of Just Five Minutes. In the book, Harold asks his very busy father for five minutes to play catch. That five minutes would often turn into 15 or 20. Over the years, these moments were opportunities to connect, share stories and have conversations about what was happening in their lives.
San Joaquin County Historical Society and Museum (Valley Days) – San Joaquin Cty, CA
Hinds Hospice (Circle of Friends Children and Teen Support Group) – Fresno Cty, CA
Urban Dove (HiRisers Peer Mentoring) – Bronx County, New York
[Linden, CA] Aaron Judge, New York Yankee and former Fresno State Bulldog, and founder of the Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation (AJARF) is proud to announce the May 2022 Mini-Grant recipients, each receiving $2,500. These three organizations connect with the AJARF’s mission to inspire children and youth to become responsible citizens and reach unlimited possibilities.
San Joaquin County Mini-Grant Recipient: San Joaquin County Historical Society and Museum, Valley Days Valley Days is an educational, immersive living history experience which gives local 3rd through 5th grade students the chance to be pioneer children for a day. Students dress in period clothing, attend classes in the 1860’s Calaveras Schoolhouse, and learn traditional crafts such as ropemaking, blacksmithing, and branding while parent volunteers work alongside. Students also discover the rich history of San Joaquin County and learn how they have a role in shaping their community through action and invention. The mini-grant funding will offset the cost of operating and updating the program ensuring all students receive the safest and highest quality experience. This includes in part, the maintenance of educational facilities, adding curricular supports to living history areas such as our “Dry Diggins Gold Mine”, and retooling our award-winning Valley Days curriculum for more culturally and ethnically diverse audiences.
Bronx County Mini-Grant Recipient: Urban Dove, HiRisers. HiRisers is a peer mentoring and youth employment program preparing students for a lifetime of professional success. Formed when Urban Dove was an after-school organization, it is now a weekly class offered to all students. In addition, HiRisers has introduced in-house internships for students, located within many different school departments. The Mini-Grant will help provide 12 hours of initial HiRisers training for each student, their first opportunity to learn what is required for a professional position. Trained students receive work experience leading activities at a local elementary school. They work two days per week and are paid for their time. In addition, the new in-house internships will provide students with a diversity of options to gain new experiences and insight into future career interests.
Fresno County Mini-Grant Recipient: Hinds Hospice, Circle of Friends Children and Teen Support Group. Since its inception in 1981, Hinds Hospice has understood the value of providing ongoing support to families after the death of a loved one. The "Circle of Friends Children and Teen Support Group" is a specialized program that helps children deal with grief of losing a close loved one, in most cases either a parent, both parents or a sibling. This group is designed to provide a safe space to process their grief and our support groups are facilitated by experienced bereavement support specialists. These group sessions are critical for the well-being, mental and physical development of children & teens who have suffered the unimaginable loss of a parent or sibling. The Mini-Grant will provide financial support for the "Circle of Friends Children and Teen Support" group sessions for children of families who can't afford to pay. This Mini Grant was made possible with the support of the Gregg Raymundo Family, Provident Payments.
“As we continue to support youth organizations, we are encouraged by the great work they are doing”, said Aaron Judge. “This season of Mini-Grants offer historic education, leadership for internships and work experience, as well as compassion and support. They each align with our Mission, and we are proud to be part of their on-going efforts.”
All funds donated for the Aaron Judge ALL RISE Mini-Grant Program go directly to children and youth programs that support ongoing citizenship and education development in San Joaquin County, California; Fresno County, California; and Bronx County, New York.
Patty Judge, President of the Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation was featured in the Mother’s Day edition of HerLife Magazine. Check out this piece to learn more about the woman who leads ALL RISE on a daily basis.
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[Linden, CA] Aaron Judge, New York Yankee and former Fresno State Bulldog, and founder of the Aaron Judge ALL RISE Foundation (AJARF) is proud to announce the February 2022 Mini-Grant recipients, each receiving $2,500. These three organizations connect with the AJARF’s mission to inspire children and youth to become responsible citizens and reach unlimited possibilities.
Giving Opportunities to Kids (GOT Kids), San Joaquin County, California provides opportunities beyond the classroom experience to help children explore and develop their talents, interests, and skills. GOT Kids has been serving Lodi and Stockton students since 2012 through anti-bullying programs, STEM and visual arts field trips, early literacy campaigns, and providing essential school supplies and clothing for students in need. This grant will help fund their annual three-day science camp where students will participate in a service project and receive science, kayaking, and fly-fishing lessons.
Valley Children's Healthcare, Fresno County, California provides high-quality, comprehensive healthcare services to children. The Laval Angel Fund has supported more than 800 families in the last six years by easing burdens that occur during their child’s medical treatment through financial and emotional support. This grant will help ease some of the financial challenges that families face with increased expenses associated with their child’s stay. The availability of this support allows families to focus on the health and welfare of their child.
First Tech Fund, Inc, Bronx County, New York was founded in May 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, which has amplified the pre-existing inequalities in technology access and education across America. First Tech Fund created a year-long fellowship experience for 52 students that provided each student with a laptop, unlimited Internet access, a mentor from an industry they expressed interest in, access to monthly virtual programming that teaches them life-long skills, such as public speaking and financial literacy, and internships. This grant will support Bronx students with unlimited internet and devices for a minimum of a year.
“We are leveling the playing field by giving our youth access to resources that help them reach their full potential,” said Aaron Judge. “Our foundation will meet children’s basic needs by helping families afford medical supplies through Valley Children’s Healthcare, give elementary students the opportunity to explore and develop their science skills through hands-on lessons from GOT Kids, and assist First Tech Fund in closing the digital divide that reinforces social inequalities in our society. I am proud to partner with these organizations in their relevant and commendable work.”
The 2022 Mini-Grant Award Program is possible due to the generous support of Glu Mobile and Provident Payments, Inc. All funds donated for the Aaron Judge ALL RISE Mini-Grant Program go directly to children and youth programs in San Joaquin County, California; Fresno County, California; and Bronx County, New York, that support ongoing citizenship and education development.
ALL RISE inspires children and youth to become responsible citizens by engaging them in activities that encourage them to reach unlimited possibilities.
