Group created on Jul 20, 2016
The Rise & Shine Foundation
Giving Group Pemberton, BC
Community developmentOutreach and welfareYouth/childrenEducation and research
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Raised towards giving goal
$66,653.00
of $50,000.00 goal
Last gift received on Dec 22, 2024
Highlights
$66,653.00
Total raised since group was created
$66,653.00
Total given to charities, Campaigns, or other Givings Groups
$0.00
Money currently available to give from this group
This Giving Group supports...
This group has not yet chosen a Campaign or charity to support.
Group Admins
The Rise & Shine Foundation was established in 2016 by former soccer pro Jay DeMerit & Olympic gold medallist Ashleigh McIvor. The purpose of the foundation is empower youth to pursue their passions and develop skills to excel as professional athletes, and more importantly, in life beyond sport.
The Group's Purpose
The primary purpose of the Rise & Shine Foundation is to send deserving young athletes to summer camps focussed on life beyond the sporting arena.
Jay DeMerit's Captains Camps (registered non-profit) exemplify the programming supported by the Foundation. The all-encompassing curriculum prepares kids to take the transition to life after sport in stride, as opposed to being negatively impacted by the harsh reality that very few will actually make it to the big leagues. Lessons learned will help participants succeed within their sporting careers, but what sets Captains Camps apart from your typical sports camp is the emphasis on developing well-rounded, contributing members of society.
Professional athletes and esteemed coaches are brought to the camp to facilitate an unforgettable soccer experience. Other accomplished individuals form the ground-breaking mentorship program.
Some of the kids who are participating come from families facing financial limitations and the Foundation ensures that all deserving kids are given a chance.
More information can be found at www.captainscamps.com
Additionally, local charities with similar purposes are supported annually as decided upon by the Board of Directors.
How to Help
1) Join the group and donate by hitting the "Give to Group" button.
2) Leave encouraging comments
3) Share stories and invite supporters to the group
About the Organizers
Jay DeMerit is a former American soccer player who last led as captain for Vancouver Whitecaps FC in the MLS. His improbable career is the subject of the independent film, Rise & Shine: The Jay DeMerit Story, based on his rise from the ninth tier of football in England to the Premier League and FIFA World Cup.
Ashleigh McIvor, married to Jay DeMerit, became the first gold medal winner of women's ski cross at the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Raised towards giving goal
$66,653.00
of $50,000.00 goal
Last gift received on Dec 22, 2024
Highlights
Group created on Jul 20, 2016
$66,653.00
Total raised since group was created
$66,653.00
Total given to charities, Campaigns, or other Givings Groups
$0.00
Money currently available to give from this group
This Giving Group supports...
This group has not yet chosen a Campaign or charity to support.
The Rise & Shine Foundation
Giving Group Pemberton, BC
Community developmentOutreach and welfareYouth/childrenEducation and research
Join to post in the group and receive group messages.
Group Admins
The Rise & Shine Foundation was established in 2016 by former soccer pro Jay DeMerit & Olympic gold medallist Ashleigh McIvor. The purpose of the foundation is empower youth to pursue their passions and develop skills to excel as professional athletes, and more importantly, in life beyond sport.
The Group's Purpose
The primary purpose of the Rise & Shine Foundation is to send deserving young athletes to summer camps focussed on life beyond the sporting arena.
Jay DeMerit's Captains Camps (registered non-profit) exemplify the programming supported by the Foundation. The all-encompassing curriculum prepares kids to take the transition to life after sport in stride, as opposed to being negatively impacted by the harsh reality that very few will actually make it to the big leagues. Lessons learned will help participants succeed within their sporting careers, but what sets Captains Camps apart from your typical sports camp is the emphasis on developing well-rounded, contributing members of society.
Professional athletes and esteemed coaches are brought to the camp to facilitate an unforgettable soccer experience. Other accomplished individuals form the ground-breaking mentorship program.
Some of the kids who are participating come from families facing financial limitations and the Foundation ensures that all deserving kids are given a chance.
More information can be found at www.captainscamps.com
Additionally, local charities with similar purposes are supported annually as decided upon by the Board of Directors.
How to Help
1) Join the group and donate by hitting the "Give to Group" button.
2) Leave encouraging comments
3) Share stories and invite supporters to the group
About the Organizers
Jay DeMerit is a former American soccer player who last led as captain for Vancouver Whitecaps FC in the MLS. His improbable career is the subject of the independent film, Rise & Shine: The Jay DeMerit Story, based on his rise from the ninth tier of football in England to the Premier League and FIFA World Cup.
Ashleigh McIvor, married to Jay DeMerit, became the first gold medal winner of women's ski cross at the 2010 Winter Olympics.
Raised towards giving goal
$66,653.00
of $50,000.00 goal
Last gift received on Dec 22, 2024
Highlights
Group created on Jul 20, 2016
$66,653.00
Total raised since group was created
$66,653.00
Total given to charities, Campaigns, or other Givings Groups
$0.00
Money currently available to give from this group
This Giving Group supports...
This group has not yet chosen a Campaign or charity to support.