Community Events and Fundraisers
UPCOMING EVENTS
Summer With The Stars
Vacation with the stars - and be treated like one! It's your all-access pass to interact with all of your favorit celebs from American Idol, The Voice, Disney, Nickelodeon and more! This is a once-in-a-lifetime chance for a vacation you and yours will never forget! Book your stay today!
Rock'n & Reel'n Celebrity Fishing Tournament and Benefit
TWO OLD HIPPIES, BEDELL GUITARS, & LITTLE KIDS ROCK invite you to the first annual Rock’n & Reel’n Celebrity Fishing Tournament and Benefit this July 10th in Nashville, in conjunction with Summer NAMM. You’ll have the opportunity to be paired with some of the most well-known fishing pros in the bass fishing industry including legendary, 2-time Bassmaster champion, Hank Parker, long-time, highly decorated veterans Larry Nixon and Paul Elias, and rising professional bass fisherman and country recording artist, Casey Ashley, as well as other notable country artists, NAMM attendees, and caring music lovers, all for the cause of keeping music in public schools. Become a Sponsor Today!
Murial Anderson's All Star Guitar Night
Now in its 18th year, Muriel Anderson’s All Star Guitar Night is NAMM’s longest running, most widely recognized, and most successful sponsored event. ASGN is a unique, guitar-centric event bringing together talented musicians for a night of both acoustic and electric music. The finest pickers on the planet assemble on stage to amaze standing-room-only audiences. While the evening celebrates the guitar and entertains audiences, it also raises money and awareness for a very important cause – music education for children. The artists donate their time and talent and the sponsors generously fund this event so that disadvantaged children can have access to instruments and music instruction in their schools. We’ll have our popular silent auction outside the ballroom (bid high and bid often)! Learn more.
The Ultimate Rock & Roll Experience
Join us at Aventura Cove Palace for the Ultimate Rock and Roll Experience from July 23rd - 28th, 2012 for this once-in-a lifetime dream vacation for kids, teens and adults all rock n rolled into one! Learn More!
ONGOING CAMPAIGNS
Hands That Rock
In an effort to expand our charitable fundraising efforts, Stage Hands Massage has founded a non-profit subsidiary called, "The Hands That Rock". This mobile team of Stage Hands Massage practitioners will be attending music festivals around the country in a branded and identifiable vehicle. On-site massage, and other health and wellness services will be offered to ticketholders and volunteers at the festivals to raise money for charity. Learn More!
In Dying Days
In Dying Days is 5 young men from the heart of the Midwest drawn together by mutual admiration for the power of music. The band feels privileged to have the chance to make music, and wants others to have the same opportunity. Donating 50% of profits from the online store to Little Kids Rock is one step towards achieving said goal. Oh, and don't be afraid to come say hello. More at www.indyingdays.com
Rock Your Guitar Pick with Pickbandz™ !
Every rocker knows a good guitar pick is better than a good pair of jeans. With all of the custom picks available, it's a sin to keep them in your pocket, bag or guitar case. Now there is a way to show off your individual style and rockin attitude and make sure you are always ready to jam in the concert of life. Visit www.pickbandz.com and Live the Adventure…Rock On!™
GoLightly Designs
Inspired by the idea that the music doesn't end with the last note, Golightly Designs, repurposes used guitar strings, keeps them out of landfills and creates unique jewelry pieces and accessories for the music and fashion aficionado. Check out the entire collection at www.GolightlyDesignsGallery.com.
A portion of the proceeds of each sale will be donated to Little Kids Rock!
It's Easy Being Green For LKR
What to do with that old cell phone or MP3 player? Want to clear out the clutter of old movies you never watch? They can become cash for LKR! Go to our page on Gazelle http://littlekidsrock.gazelle.com/ Enter the name of your unwanted gadget (or choose from the lists they provide) see the value of your donation, and Gazelle sends you the shipping info and covers shipping costs! Even if your gadget has no cash value for LKR, Gazelle will still recycle it at no cost to you.
Music to Your Media
Need songs for your artist or project? License a song or two from Hit Song Central! Hit Song Central is a songwriting, production, publishing and music licensing company, that specializes in music for Film, TV and Artist Placement. Co-owner, Songwriter and Producer, Natalia Bortolotti, is also a music educator and a huge supporter of music education programs for kids. Hit Song Central is thrilled to have Little Kids Rock as their charity partner and has committed to contributing 5% of their profits to support Little Kids Rock. http://www.hitsongcentral.net
Redeemer, Inc. Songwriting Contest
Redeemer, Inc. is pleased to name Little Kids Rock as the charity beneficiary of its 2010 Songwriting Contest. Enter as many songs as you like, but only the first 1,300 will be judged for Redeemer, Inc.’s $4,000 cash prize. A portion of all entry fees will be donated to Little Kids Rock. For entry info and rules, please visit www.redeemerinc.com
Baltimore Represents
Receive a copy of the Baltimore Guitarist Group's CD, Six Strings a Strummin with a $10 donation made through the Group's giving page http://www.firstgiving.com/dougjackson
You Shop, THEY Donate
iGive.com is a cool way to raise money, every time you shop online or search the web -- AT NO EXTRA COST TO YOU. Their 772 participating stores donate to a charity you designate when you shop through the iGive online portal. It's free, safe, and easy to join. Don't feel like registering? Take iSearchiGive.com out for a spin and raise a penny (or more!) per search. Just visit http://www.iSearchiGive.com and type "Little Kids Rock" in the "Select Your Cause" area.
Rock Images
artistXposure, LLC is pleased to name Little Kids Rock as its 2010 charity partner. During calendar year 2010, Allen Ross Thomas, who has photographed B. B. King, Aerosmith, Lenny Kravitz, and a whole host of luminaries, will be contributing 5% of his limited edition fine art print sales and 10% of sales during his 2010 exhibition to Little Kids Rock. To see the portfolio and for information, visit artistXposure, LLC.
Rock Stars Teach, Kids Reap Benefits
The IMV: Behind the Player DVD series features personal music lessons from members of some of the world’s most influential bands like Godsmack, Ozzy Osbourne, Slipknot, Atreyu and Velvet Revolver, provides music fans with an exciting new way to learn their to play favorite songs: right from the artists that recorded them. IMV is donating $0.25 from the sale of each DVD to Little Kids Rock. http://www.behindtheplayer.com/imv_charity.htm
Accessorize
Purchase a 2" polyester guitar strap featuring Little Kids Rock design, with polyester ends and tri-glide adjustment. Adjustable to 60". For every Little Kids Rock guitar strap sold, Levy's Leathers will make a donation to Little Kids Rock.
For more information visit Levy's Leathers
Tired of giving the same old gifts?
Think of the good you could accomplish if you gave The Gift of Giving to your loved ones, friends, clients, family or associates. Each gift not only involves the recipient in the giving process, but also puts your gift dollars that you might have spent on a gift that didn’t have much heart to a donation that touches hearts. Below are some ideas of when The Gift of Giving might be the perfect solution. When you send your gift, you have the choice of sending it to yourself to deliver personally or have it sent directly to your gift recipient in a premium custom designed box or instantly via email! For more information visit The Gift of Giving
Art for Music's Sake
The Working Proof
The Working Proof seeks to promote art and social responsibility. Each print is paired with a charity of the artist's choice, to which they donate 15% of the sale of each print - creating a product with not just aesthetic, but social value. Besides showcasing emerging artists and great artwork, the intent of the Working Proof is to promote charities and to expose them to new supporters through the appreciation of art and creativity: http://www.theworkingproof.com/5s/user/page?page_name=charity_detail.html&product_category_id=57
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A community event is conducted by an individual,
group or organization. The host is responsible for
promoting, financing and conducting the event.
STEP 1: Download our Community Event Agreement.
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back to us.
STEP 3: We contact you!
Questions? Contact Us at info@littlekidsrock.org
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PAST EVENTS
Grammy-Winning Singer-Songwriter Shelby Lynne Headlining Marin Benefit
Join us at George’s Nightclub in San Rafael, CA for a special evening on Sunday, May 6th from 5:00 to 11:30 p.m. with Grammy-Award Winner Shelby Lynne. Appearing with Shelby is a terrific band featuring Prairie Prince and Little Kids Rock students! Come early for the auction – with hand-painted guitars by legendary rock artist Stanley Mouse and rock drummer Prairie Prince, as well as autographed guitars by Mark Knopfler, Chrissie Hynde, Carlos Santana, art by Grace Slick, and celebrity-signed bottles of premium wine and much more!
The Ultimate Rock & Roll Experience
Join us at Cancun Palace for the Ultimate Rock and Roll Experience from April 2nd - 7th, 2012 for this once-in-a lifetime dream vacation for kids, teens and adults all rock n rolled into one! Learn More!
The Ultimate Rock & Roll Experience
Join us at The Hard Rock Hotel & Casino for the Ultimate Rock and Roll Experience from December 27th, 2011 - January 1st, 2012 for this once-in-a lifetime dream vacation for kids, teens and adults all rock n rolled into one! Learn More!
Auction, Live Music, & Party at Foreign Cinema
On September 22, 2011 at 6:00 p.m., Foreign Cinema restaurant in San Francisco will celebrate its 12th anniversary with their most thrilling party to date! In addition to ticket proceeds benefiting Little Kids Rock, Foreign Cinema will host a live (and online) auction during the party featuring signed and painted guitars, along with other rare rock memorabilia. Guests will also experience live musical performances by local student rock bands, a matrix of artistic performances and lots of food, wine, cocktails! 2534 Mission Street San Francisco, CA 94110. Tickets are $85 and can be purchased by calling 415-648-7600.
"The Little Rockers Club"
Book Signing
Tate Publishing & Enterprises presents "The Little Rockers Club" book signing. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Little Kids Rock to help keep music in our schools!
Save the date: Saturday, July 16th, 11:00am - 5:00pm at Books A Million - 1700 W. International Speedway, Daytona Beach, FL 32114.
B.Inspired Benefit and Auction
Stone statues, wood carvings, accent pieces and living space sets all purchased in South France will be auctioned with a portion of the proceeds going to Little Kids Rock! For more info, contact Damon@binspiredlifestyle.com
Save the date: Saturday, July 23, 3 - 9 pm in San Diego, CA.
The Concert for Clarence
KPRI Radio and the Belly Up Tavern present "The Concert for Clarence" featuring Thunder Road, San Diego's Tribute to The Boss, and very special guests. Proceeds will go to Little Kids Rock, a charity supported by Clarence focused on music education for underprivileged children.
Save the date: Tuesday, July 5, 7:00pm - 10:00pm at Belly Up Tavern - 143 S. Cedros Ave., Solana Beach, CA.
LoveFest
Sunday Mar. 20th, 2011,
3pm to 10pm
at Whiskey Tango:
14000 Bustleton Ave
Philadelphia, PA 19114
Admission: $20 ages 21 and up, $15 ages 13 to 20 and children under 12 are FREE!
Open Bar/Buffet: Draft Beers, Soda and Dinner Buffet included with admission from 4 pm to 6 pm (get here early!), well drinks are only $3
More info at: http://www.lovefestrocks.org
Andrew's Run For Little Kids Rock
Andrew Siegal ran the NYC Half Marathon on March 20, 2011 to raise his goal of $2,000 for Little Kids Rock. Help Andrew meet his goal before race day by making a donation to his project. Click here to Donate: http://www.crowdrise.com/AndrewsNYHalfMarathon
Kidstock 2011
Saturday, Feburary 12th, 2011 at Wilbert's 1-4 pm. All Ages Welcome ($10 donation for 19 yrs+). Located at 812 Huran Rd. E, Cleveland, OH. Special Musical Guest: Former Grateful Dead Keyboardist Tom Constanten. Special Guest: Legendary Rock Photojournalist/Historian Don Aters. Sponsored by: Woodstock Entertainment, Carparelli Guitars, Makin' Music, The North Coast Voice, School of Rock and WNIR fm100.
Proceeds from the evening will be donated to Little Kids Rock. Join the event on Facebook.
Rock & Soul Charity Concert Series
Saturday, January 29th, 2011 at The Mint 8 p.m. (7 p.m. doors) - All Ages Welcome. Located at 6010 W. Pico Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90035. Sponsored by Schecter Guitars and presented by Smashtour.com in association with 387 Music Entertainment with performances by: Chris Mouch Band, Crossed Keys, The Disparrows, Trudeau and Juice. Tickets are $15.00 / $20.00 day of show. Proceeds from the evening will be donated to Little Kids Rock.
5 GREAT NIGHTS, 5 GREAT CAUSES
On the heels of recording their new LP with Phil Palazzo (New Pornographers, Together and Ted Leo’s Brutalist Bricks), at Seaside Studios in Brooklyn, Palomar dusts off its Metrocard and takes its upcoming five-week Rock Shop residency to a whole new level. Just in time for the holiday season, the band will be curating five great shows for five great music-related causes, including a Dec. 14th show to benefit Little Kids Rock. Tickets are $15 and can be purchased at ticketfly.com
Lineup:
I’m Turning Into
My Teenage Stride
PALOMAR
Nada Surf (ACOUSTIC)
Comedian Eugene Mirman
Change The Tune
It's all about the kids on November 20th! This event in Dumbo of Brooklyn will kick off with live performances from great artists, silent auctions throughout the evening, guest speakers and continue with tons of dancing and delicious cocktails! The 1st Annual Music Charity event will help raise money for Little Kids Rock & The Colel Chabad Foundation. The show beings at 8 pm on Sat. Nov. 20th at "A Dumbo Loft Space" 59 Pearl Street, Ste. 215 Brooklyn, NY 11201. Tickets are are $35 and can be purchased at http://changethetune.eventbrite.com/
The History of Rock & Roll Art Exhibit
Bering Art Collective is pleased to announce the opening of The History of Rock & Roll, Saturday, October 9, 2010, 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., at the gallery, 805 Rhode Place, #500 Houston, Texas 77019. The show, featuring painted guitars by painter John Jenkins, ran from Saturday, October 9, 2010 to Saturday, October 30, 2010. A portion of the proceeds from the event will go to Little Kids Rock. John Jenkins also painted a guitar for LKR's custom guitar auction.
Summer Soul Arts Festival
Saturday, July 10, 2010 / 11AM - 7 PM
Little Kids Rock has been named a beneficiary of the Summer Soul Arts Festival, presented by the Warren Recreation Commission. Warren Municipal Fields in Warren NJ is the place for the celebration of many creative outlets, including exhibits of art, music, and film. For more information, visit: www.summersoularts.com.
The 8th Annual Hedge Fund Industry Awards
Monday, June 21, 2010
Little Kids Rock is being honored at The 8th Annual Hedge Fund Industry Awards, presented by Institutional Investor. The ceremonies will take place at the Mandarin Oriental, NYC. For more information, visit: http://www.iimagazine.com/hedgefundindustryawards/default.asp
Bandboozle
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Big kids rocked for Little Kids at the Fillmore at Irving Plaza. IPC helped raise enough money to bring free music classes and instruments to over one thousand low-income students! Click here to see photos from the event.
Marathon for Music in our Schools
Sunday May 2, 2010
Bryan Rosa ran the New Jersey marathon to raise funds to equip two Little Kids Rock classes. His friends and supporters rallied for his quest, donating $1,220 to Little Kids Rock. If you are interested in creating a fundraising page for Little Kids Rock for your next run, ride or race, visit Razoo http://www.razoo.com
World Record Event
January 14-20, 2010
Session drummer Lou Mars (based in Chico, CA) will be trying to break the Guinness World Record for the longest time of continuous drumming. Following his marathon, the set provided by Dixon Drums will be raffled off for the benefit of LKR.
