JOHN G. RILEY CENTER/MUSEUM S 16 TH ANNUAL Rock-a-Thon SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 TH, 2015 REGISTRATION PACKET $100 Sponsorship must be submitted by Friday, November 20, 2015
Riley Museum Rock-a-Thon Fundraiser Overview: Saturday, December 5, 2015 Arrive at 8:30 A.M. Rock from 9:00 A.M. Depart at 3:00 P.M. Entering its 16 th year hosting this family-friendly holiday event that features performances from some of Tallahassee s most notable arts and cultural organizations, during which time, numerous community, civic, and ecumenical organizations will participate in a rocking chair-a-thon to raise money for the Riley Museum in support of efforts to restore, preserve and commemorate the cultural legacy of the Tallahassee community. Participating organizations commit to keeping their chair rocking (with a participant in it) for six (6) hours. The initial $100 sponsorship (per organization) will secure a rocking chair only. In addition to the $100 Chair sponsorship, each organization is asked to solicit museum memberships & donations to reach their goal of raising a minimum of $700 per chair. There will be food, games, prizes, music, activities, and of course, it wouldn t be a Rock-a-Thon without the voice of the world renowned Joe Bullard, of 96.1FM Jamz, as MC to help kick-off the holiday season! Participating organizations are encouraged to get local youth groups involved. Cascades Park Amphitheater (adjacent to the Riley Museum) 1001 South Gadsden Street Tallahassee, FL 32301 The 2015 Rock-a-Thon is purposed to raise a minimum of $20,000 to off-set expenses associated with museum maintenance, operations, educational and community outreach programs. At the end of the day the top three (3) fundraisers among event participants, will be recognized with a cash prize to support a youth cause of their choice. Names of the winning organizations will also be engraved on rocking chairs that are prominently displayed on the porch of the historic Riley Museum for an entire year. John G. Riley Center/ Museum of African-American History & Culture
Riley Museum Rock-a-Thon Membership/Donor Log Organization Name: The net proceeds of the rocking chair marathon will directly benefit John G. Riley Center/Museum. Please select Membership Level below: $20 STUDENTS/SENIORS $30 INDIVIDUAL $40 FAMILY $100 CONTRIBUTOR Checks should be made payable to John G. Riley Center/Museum 419 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301 Thank you for your support! Name Address Phone Email Address Museum Membership Donation Only ($ Amount) This sheet should be turned in at the Rock-a-Thon event. Organizations competing in the top three fundraising category must submit all funds by 2:00pm.
Riley Museum Rock-a-Thon Membership/Donor Log Organization Name: The net proceeds of the rocking chair marathon will directly benefit John G. Riley Center/Museum. Please select Membership Level below: $20 STUDENTS/SENIORS $30 INDIVIDUAL $40 FAMILY $100 CONTRIBUTOR Checks should be made payable to John G. Riley Center/Museum 419 East Jefferson Street, Tallahassee, FL 32301 Thank you for your support Name Address Phone Email Address Museum Membership Donation Only ($ Amount) This sheet should be turned in at the Rock-a-Thon event. Organizations competing in the top three fundraising category must submit all funds by 2:00pm.
Riley Museum Rock-a-Thon ROCKING SCHEDULE: Organization Name: I am participating in a 6-hour Rock-a-Thon fundraiser for the John G. Riley Center/Museum. Rocking From: Participant Name: 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 10:00 AM 10:00 AM 10:30 AM 10:30 AM 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 11:30 AM 11:30 AM 12:00 PM 12:00 PM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:30 PM 1:30 PM 2:00 PM (Final Funds Reporting Due) 2:00 PM 2:30 PM 2:30 PM 3:00 PM John G. Riley Center/ Museum of African-American History & Culture
Riley Museum Chair Decorating Contest SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 TH, 2015 The John G. Riley Center/Museum is pleased to offer you opportunity to take part in the Chair Decorating competition! Organizations can demonstrate their creative flair by decorating a rocking chair while also showcasing the pride and love that they have for their organization. Rules and Guidelines: 1. There are three (3) chances to win the Chair Decorating Contest. a. The judges will select one (1) chair as the Overall Winner b. The judges will select one (1) chair as the Runner-Up c. The audience will select one (1) chair for the People s Choice Award Winner 2. Creativity and collaboration are the primary contest criteria. This contest is meant to demonstrate and represent your organization spirit. The following is a list of decorating ideas that can assist you: a. Use items that are donated or that are already available to you i.e. sit pillows, ribbon, tie on bows etc. b. Use your organizational members as resources for supplies such as string or zip ties. c. Consider your organizational members as part of the decorating theme. Encourage them to wear items that demonstrate your theme or organization. Example of a decorated chair 3. The following items are prohibited: a. Fire hazard material b. Paint/Tape and/or Glue on chairs c. Large props and signs REMINDERS: LOCATION: Cascades Park (1001 South Gadsden St, Tallahassee, FL located downtown). SET-UP BEGINS @:8:30 A.M. JUDGING ENDS @: 1:00 P.M. ANNOUNCE THE WINNERS @:2:45 P.M. CLEAN-UP BEGINS @:3:00 P.M. John G. Riley Center/ Museum of African-American History & Culture