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Rodman for Kids

Providing access to the programs, resources, & opportunities kids need to dream, grow, & succeed. https://linktr.ee/rodmanforkids

We believe every young people deserves access to the programs, resources and opportunities they need to dream, grow, and succeed. We are committed to raising resources, building capacity, and creating opportunities for youth-focused organizations, their leaders, and the kids they serve.

08/27/2026

Every journey to looks a little different 🌟

Before she was helping lead our team as Chief of Staff, Marisa Collins had already been part of the Rodman for Kids story for decades.

Marisa began working for our founder, Don Rodman, 30 years ago, giving her a firsthand look at the impact of Rodman for Kids and the difference this work makes for young people and the organizations that serve them.

She officially joined the Rodman for Kids team in 2020! Today, she keeps our mission moving forward while carrying Don’s legacy with her.

At Rodman for Kids, so many of our staff have a connection to the organization that spans long before they officially joined the team. Join us as we celebrate our staff’s journey to Rodman for Kids!

08/26/2026

Sometimes, the right space can give a young person the opportunity to open up in a way they never have before.

In this week’s episode of The Brighter Futures Podcast, Penny Austen of ThinkGive shares how one lesson on gratitude helped a student process a difficult loss, reflect on the memories she was grateful for, and feel safe enough to share her experience with others.

It’s a powerful example of what can happen when young people are given the tools - and the trusted spaces - to understand their emotions, connect with others, and feel supported.

🎧 Listen to the newest episode of The Brighter Futures Podcast on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube, and iHeartRadio!

08/24/2026

🎙️ New Episode Now Live!

As another school year is set to begin, we know that preparing kids for success goes far beyond backpacks, schedules, and school supplies.

In the newest episode of The Brighter Futures Podcast, Penny Austen, co-founder and Executive Director of ThinkGive, joins us to talk about how social-emotional learning and skills like empathy, connection, and resilience are essential for helping young people thrive in and out of the classroom.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube, and iHeartRadio!

08/19/2026

What happens when you bring the Ride for Kids directly to the community? 🚲💙

Rodman for Kids Charity Partner, South Boston Neighborhood House, did just that, hosting its own Ollie Kids Bike Bash so the kids and families they serve could experience the fun, connection, and spirit of giving back that surrounds the Ride for Kids!

With 88 participants ages 1–16, the Bike Bash removed barriers to participation by bringing the experience right to South Boston – even providing bikes and helmets for families who needed them.

It’s a perfect example of how our Charity Partners take the opportunities available through Rodman for Kids and make them meaningful for their own communities.

✨ Read our latest story to see how The Ollie brought the Ride home - https://www.rodmanforkids.org/blog/brightened-futures-8-12-bringing-the-ride-to-the-community/

08/18/2026

Come on in - we’re taking a tour of Executive Director, Amy Rossman’s, office! 👋

As Executive Director, Amy helps coordinate big-picture ideas and exciting partnerships, as well as supporting the team and finding neee ways to make an even greater impact for kids.

Take a peek inside her office and get to know the person helping lead Rodman for Kids into our next chapter!

08/17/2026

Today, on , we’re celebrating the organizations that impact kids' lives every single day. 💙

At Rodman for Kids, we’re proud to partner with an incredible network of youth-focused nonprofits working to create brighter futures for kids across our communities.

Our Charity Partner Program is a year-round partnership designed to help organizations strengthen their work, expand their impact, and access the resources, connections, and opportunities they need to grow.

Each Charity Partner logo represents a unique mission, a dedicated team, and countless young people whose lives are impacted by their work. Together, we’re building stronger organizations and creating more opportunities for kids to dream, grow, and succeed.

Today, we celebrate our Charity Partners - and all of the nonprofits working every day to make our communities stronger. 💫

08/14/2026

🎉 We’re excited to announce Larry Liuzzo and Mike Botte as the Event Chairs of the 24th Annual Celebration for Kids!

Larry and Mike share a deep commitment to our mission and a belief that every young person deserves access to the programs, resources, and opportunities they need to dream, grow, and succeed.

We’re grateful for the time, energy, and leadership they continue to bring to Rodman for Kids, and we’re thrilled to have them leading the way as we bring our community together for another unforgettable Celebration for Kids.

Join Larry & Mike on November 7th as we celebrate the incredible community helping create brighter futures for kids! Tickets and sponsorship packages are available now - https://www.rodmanforkids.org/celebration-for-kids/

08/12/2026

From one pound, nine ounces to a state champion gymnast - and now, creating a space for the next generation to discover what they’re capable of. 💫

In the latest episode of The Brighter Futures Podcast, Hale Family YMCA - Quincy's Katelyn Szafir shares how gymnastics empowered her growing up and how that experience has come full circle as she helps create new opportunities for young people in Quincy.

🎧 Listen to the full episode now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube, and iHeartRadio!

08/10/2026

🎙️ New Episode Now Live! 🎙️

In today's episode of The Brighter Futures Podcast, we sit down with Katelyn Szafir, Vice President of Operations at Hale Family YMCA - Quincy, to explore how creating opportunities, building confidence, and investing in people can empower young lives, strengthen organizations, and create lasting impact throughout entire communities.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, YouTube, and iHeartRadio.

08/07/2026

A milestone partnership for a milestone year! 🎭✨

Last night on the Boston Common, Rodman for Kids was proud to announce a landmark 10-year, $1.2 million partnership with Commonwealth Shakespeare Company that will expand access to live theatre and arts education for thousands of young people across Massachusetts.

Beginning in the Theatre for Kids program’s 25th year, this historic collaboration will increase access to student performances, strengthen educational programming, and create meaningful arts experiences that inspire creativity, confidence, empathy, and connection.

Over the next decade, the partnership is expected to impact at least 60,000 young people, ensuring more students have the opportunity to experience the transformative power of live theatre.

For 25 years, Rodman for Kids has been opening doors to the arts. Together with Commonwealth Shakespeare Company, we're excited to open so many more.

Read the full announcement on our blog - https://www.rodmanforkids.org/blog/rodman-for-kids-and-commonwealth-shakespeare-company-announce-landmark-1-2-million-partnership-to-expand-access-to-live-theatre-for-thousands-of-kids/

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