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The REACH Foundation presents Shop with A Cop

On December 18, 2013, The REACH Foundation is proud to introduce its newest program, “Shop with a Cop”. This one-on-one experience is designed to have uniformed officers spend a day with underprivileged children while socializing, shopping, and providing guidance during the holiday season. The children will shop for their family as well as a children’s organization from the community where the police officer serves. This unique shopping experience for the children is an opportunity that deters them for choosing a life of crime or violence. The participating children are identified by schools, youth organizations, and social services agencies.

 

On the day of the event, uniformed officers volunteer their time to be with the children for a meet and greet/preparty at The Hawthorne Inn. After meeting the officers, the children will participate in a law enforcement procession and proceed to Target for shopping with their “Partner for the Day”.

 

A huge thank you to all of our amazing sponsors! You are helping to change the lives of CT children! We are still accepting donation as well! DONATE TODAY at www.thereachfoundation.org

 

Hosted By Target in Newington

 

 

 

 

REACH, Yale, and STOP Handgun Violence Stand Up Against Violence! Anti-Violence Program on November 8th

The REACH Foundation, Yale University, and STOP Handgun Violence stand up against violence! Join us at the Yale Women’s soccer game on November 8th, where young women are invited to attend an informational session regarding the dangers of guns, gangs, and drugs before the Yale vs. Brown game. Admission to the program and game are free!

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS FOR OUR 2013 REACH CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT!

REACH Featured in USA Today

The REACH Foundation was featured today in USA TODAY! Check out USA Today and locate us in the Money section. Very exciting news for The REACH Foundation!

Back9 Network's Video Recap of Ahmad Rashad Celebrity Classic

Check out this awesome recap video of the Ahmad Rashad Celebrity Classic featuring REACH! Thank you Back9 Network for putting together this great video! http://bit.ly/17Yx7qx

Pictures Now Available From Ahmad Rashad Celebrity Classic

Pictures are now available from the Ahmad Rashad Celebrity Classic and The Beach Boys concert at Mohegan Sun! Visit http://thereachfoundation.org/photos

The Original Beach Boy, Mike Love, Speaks to Hartford Courant

The Beach Boys concert kicks off The Ahmad Rashad Celebrity Classic next Sunday night! Take a look at Mike Love's interview with MaryEllen Fillo from the Hartford Courant. http://courantblogs.com/java/ahmad-rashad-classic-kicks-off-with-beach-boys-concert/

Mark Wilson Honors Texarkana, AR Police Department with Generous Donation

The REACH Foundation has recognized Officer Peyton Harris and made a generous donation on his behalf to the entire police department. Mark Wilson, co-founder of REACH, presented a check to Texarkana,AR Police Department for $7,500 to support and help continue their programs of “Shop With A Cop” and P.R.I.D.E. Program in honor of Harris. For the past nineteen years, Texarkana police have provided a shopping spree for 100 children as part of the "Shop With A Cop" program.

A daring rescue by a Harris early last year has led REACH to reward his act of heroism. Officer Peyton Harris' selfless act happened in February 2012, when he put his life on the line to save a woman who was trapped in a burning house.

Mark Wilson says he praises the "work the Texarkana Police Department is doing to help children in need, children who have lost hope, and show them there is hope and there are people who care about them."

 

 

Click on videos below to see Mark presenting Officer Harris the donation.

 

Media Footage (Texarkana news stations):

Channel 3 http://www.ktbs.com/video?clipId=9036936&topVideoCatNo=260595&autoStart=true

Channel 6 http://arklatexhomepage.com/fulltext?nxd_id=336732

Channel 12 http://www.ksla.com/story/22709434/rescue-by-texarkana-policeman-leads-to-national-recognition 

 

Pictures Now Available!

Pictures are now available for viewing from our REACH Motorcycle Benefit Ride and Concert! Check out REACH's Facebook page! Thanks again to all who came out, supported us, and helped us to continue making a difference!

Motorcycles arriving in Stafford Springs

 

Country superstar, Chris Cagle performing

The crowd at Sun Valley Resort

 

 

Photo Courtesy: Registration at Gengras in East Hartford: Vanessa Joyce

 



                           Sun Valley Resort in Stafford Springs: Mike Connolly

Bridgeport Movie Premiere of The 5K Motion

Join us on Thursday, June 20th at The Klein in Bridgeport, CT from 6:30pm-8:30pm located at 910 Fairfield Ave., Bridgeport. The night's event will consist of a movie premiere of The 5K Motion, a short film about girls' and women's roles in violent crimes. This poignant short movie is filmed in CT with local actors about the consequences of illegal gun possession. It's designed to be used as a tool in outreach programs and service providers, educators, and law enforcement. The night's events are free and all are welcome!

Reschedule Memorial Day Weekend Event Due to Inclimate Weather

Unfortunately due to the inclimate weather, tomorrow's Memorial Day event will be canceled with a rescheduled date of June 8th! We hope to see you then!

This Saturday! We Saluate Our Customers This Memorial Day Weekend!

This Saturday!!! Stop by and visit us at Crazy Bruce's Liquors/ Stop&Shop Parking lot at 176 Newington Rd in West Hartford from 9am-1pm! We'll be selling tickets for The Beach Boys concert, Chris Cagle concert, and REACH's Motorcycle Ride! Save $$ on shipping&handling fees! Also, don't miss out on great raffles, coupon giveaways, and live music! Special thanks to Crazy Bruce's, Slider's Bar and Grill, and Yogurt City!

Tickets Go On Sale This Friday for THE BEACH BOYS!

The REACH Foundation & Ahmad Rashad Celebrity Classic presents THE BEACH BOYS Live at Mohegan Sun Arena on July 28, 2013!!! Tickets go on sale THIS FRIDAY, May 3rd! Get your tickets at Ticketmaster here: http://bit.ly/101hp7V 

 

You don't want to miss this concert! 

 

REACH Builds Basketball Court at Wilson-Gray YMCA

Look what REACH has been up to! This basketball court was built for the kids at the Wilson-Gray YMCA Youth and Family Center and the city of Hartford! Enjoy!

 

REACH & Ahmad Rashad Celebrity Classic presents THE BEACH BOYS!

The REACH Foundation and Ahmad Rashad Celebrity Classic presents The Beach Boys on July 28^th at Mohegan Sun Arena! Tickets go on sale Friday, May 3^rd at Ticketmaster!

 

UPDATE! REACH Motorcycle Ride featuring Chris Cagle & friends

Have you gotten you tickets yet? National recording country artist Chris Cagle and friends will perform as part of the 2013 REACH Concert Series. On Sunday, June 9^th the concert will take place at the conclusion of The REACH Foundation & Country 92-5 Motorcycle Benefit Ride at Sun Valley Resort in Stafford Springs, CT. Tickets to attend the concert or participate in the ride are available for purchase. **Rider & passengers receive ride, lunch, and concert admission. Rider and passenger must be present and registered at Gengras on the morning of the ride.

Country Star Chris Cagle to Perform for REACH

 

National recording country artist Chris Cagle and friends will perform as part of the 2013 REACH Concert Series. On Sunday, June 9th the concert will take place at the conclusion of The REACH Foundation & Country 92-5 Motorcycle Benefit Ride at Sun Valley Resort in Stafford Springs, CT. On APRIL 5TH, tickets to attend the concert or participate in the ride will be available for purchase. For more information, visit http://bit.ly/15QHutU

ATTENTION REACH VOLUNTEERS! SAVE THE DATE!

Proud Sponsor of the O'Mazing Race



We are proud to be a sponsor of the Wheller Regional Family YMCA's O'Mazing Race this Saturday, March 16th. This amazing charity event benefits the Wheeler's YMCA's Strong Kids Campaign.

 

 

Update on FPSF's Adult Spelling Bee

The Farmington Public School Foundation's Adult Spelling Bee was yet another huge success this year! On Friday night, teams came together to spell for a great cause. We were honored to be a sponsor of such a fun event. Check out the article: http://bit.ly/ZAjUSm

Sponsor of Compassion Thru Fashion

REACH is a proud sponsor of Compassion Thru Fashion  supporting the American Cancer Society !
Join us on March 15 and West Woods School in Farmington. Show begins at 7pm. We hope to see you there!

Sponsor of FPSF's Adult Spelling Bee

We are excited to be a sponsor for the Farmington Public School Foundation's Adult Spelling Bee! Join us on Friday, March 8th from 7-10:30pm at Miss Porter's School, Hacker Theater Building. For more information about this event, visit http://bit.ly/wGjDG1

Apply Now For 2013 Scholarships

We are NOW accepting applications for 2013 REACH Scholarships! All applications are due by April 1, 2013. Scholarships are awarded in Farmington and Plainville, CT; Gideon, MO; and Texarkana, AR. For more information and applications, click on http://thereachfoundation.org/scholarships

Concert for Kids 2013

 

On February 25, Country 92-5 presents Concert For Kids at the Cadillac Ranch in Southington, CT! This sold out concert benefits St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Randy Houser, Dustin Lynch, Jana Kramer, and Jerrod Niemann all coming together to support a wonderful cause. We are thrilled to be a part of such an amazing event!