Spring Fundraiser 2011

Well folks we have wrapped up our first spring fundraiser selling plants and bulbs through "Flower Power". The power of flowers was with us as we came up with a net profit of $575.00. Not bad for our first time. This may be available to us come fall for the spring flowering bulbs and as we expand with this campaign we are hoping to have prizes to give to our top sellers.

Do you know of any fundraising ideas? If anyone has any ideas or information on this, grants, etc; that could benefit the community center please contact me or one of the RCC board members. Remember we are a 501c3 non-profit and any donations are tax deductible.

Thanks again to all of you who supported the "Flower Power" campaign.

Flower Power Fundraiser

Our fundraiser is in full swing. It's not too late to get an order on it's way to you. If you would like to place an online order simply go to the link and you can order using your debit or credit card. It is fast, easy and secure. Your order will be on your way before you know it. For those local Rockfordites, get ahold of Vivian, Cat or Mary-Lou and they can get the order from you and get it taken care of. Remember our campaign goes through April 29th. Here is the direct link to the RCC's webpage on the flower power site.

http://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/i/t/193668/LP0GQsaGhKBC

Flower Power Fund Raiser

Thinking about getting some flowers for your yard and garden? The Rockford Community Center has launched it's spring fund raising campaign with "Flower Power". We have order forms available or you can go on-line and place your order with a credit card. The RCC receives 50% profit of the total sales and the website will show you how we are progressing on goal. You can even send the link to your friends and family through "Flower Power" or post the link on your facebook page to help out the RCC. The product is mailed directly to you and if you order 4 items you will get some free gladiolas. Postage is $5 no matter what size your order is.
This campaign runs through April 29th and the earliest orders will be shipped on April 4th.
Check out our fund raising link at
http://www.flowerpowerfundraising.com/i/t/193668/LP0GQsaGhKBC
or contact any of the following to pay by cash or check.
Lorrie Pope 291-4740
Vivian Plank 291-3722
Mary-Lou Benson 291-3146
Remember that the RCC is a non-profit, which means donations are tax deductible. Contact any of us for additional information.

YES! You can also check us out on facebook or e-mail us at www.rockfordcommunitycenter@gmail.com

Fresh Roasted Coffee

The community center has just gotten in a fresh batch of Rockford Roast Coffee. If you haven't tried it yet then now is the time. It is a blend of Ethiopian, Guatemalan and Sumatran beans, blended and roasted by our Roast House friends in Spokane. Until the new center is open (in weeks) get a hold of Mary-Lou at 291-3146 for your 1 lb bag. Price is $10.00 per pound.

Reminder: Rockford Community Center is a 501c 3 Organization

The Rockford Community Center (RCC) has been a 501c 3 non-profit organization for over a year. This means that donations to this organization are tax-exempt. There are many community projects that RCC is trying to get funding which will be a benefit to all of us. This includes programs for the youth such as tutoring, leadership, drama and art. Programs also include card parties, meals, computer classes and social events for seniors.
Please consider donating to the RCC and help our community thrive with activities and become a great social place!
Contact (509) 291-4740 for more information

Free Tax Help!

There are several sites through out Spokane County that offer free tax preparation February 1st to April 15th.
They include:

Spokane Valley Library located at 12004 E Main Ave.
Monday 4-7pm, Friday 1-4pm, Saturday 10-1

Numerica Credit Union located at 301 N Havana Rd
Thuesday-Thursday 10am-2pm

Spokane Moran Prairie Library located at 6004 S Regal St
Tuesday 2-6pm, Saturday 11am-4pm

Bring the following:
2009 tax return,
Valid picture ID,
All income statements, such as 2010 W-2s, 1098, 1099 forms for you and your spouse,
Social Security cards for you, spouse and all household members,
Proof of other income from you or spouse and banking information,
Child care provider information,
Property tax information if homeowner,
2010 Home Purchase Credit information

Rockford Community Center Update

The RCC held it 1st Community Center Update meeting on Tuesday, January 11th at the Harvest Moon. The staff at the Moon served up a hearty beef barley soup that really hit the spot on a cold winter night. Updates were given on the current status of the Community Center and upcoming plans. All of the many citizens of the community were thanked for their contributions of help and donations to the center. Feedback was given for events and classes that folks would like to see at the Community Center. The next meeting will be held on Monday, February 7th. Business meeting will start at 6:00 pm and general meeting will start at 6:30 pm. Place to be announced but most likely at the Moon. See you there.

Free GED preparatory classes

The Rosalia Association for Community Enrichment (RACE) is offering free prep classes for those who will be taking the GED test. The classes are tailored for those attending. After the prep classes, RACE will assist you in signing up to take the GED test.
It will be held on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at the Rosalia City Library located at 402 S Whitman Ave starting at 2:00pm.
For more information contact Nan at (509) 523-3112.

Free Advertising In the Exchange Newspaper

For a limited time, the Exchange newspaper is offering free classified ads for anything you are giving away for free. If declutering and cleaning out your garage are on the top of your New Year's list, now is the tiime to get rid of your items.
The Exchange contact information is:
ph 509-922-3456
fax 509-455-7940
toll free 1-800-326-2223
www.wxchangepublishing.com

Wake Up and Smell the Coffee

The Community Center just received a fresh order of our premium blend coffee. It is available in 1 lb packages for $10.00 per pound or one pot size samples for $2.00.
The coffee was roasted, ground and packaged exclusively for the RCC from Roasthouse, a local micro roaster located in Spokane. Our "Rockford Roast" is a premium blend of Ethiopian, Guatamalan & Sumatran beans. If you need a special grind, such as for a french press or espresso machine or if you are wanting whole bean, we can get this for you. If you have any questions about our coffee or need a special order please contact Lorrie at 220-6779.