Real Options for City Kids (R.O.C.K.)

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Real Options for City Kids (R.O.C.K.)

Our mission is to nurture the healthy development of children by listening attentively to their needs and by providing opportunities to those who might not otherwise have access.

Our Story

Real Options for City Kids Mission, Purpose and History

Signature Programs

High-Quality Active and Academic Programming

R.O.C.K. Has Become Fundamental in Visitacion Valley

Our Impact

R.O.C.K. Has Become Fundamental in Our Community

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@RealOptionsKids

It is the work that Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. started so many years ago that we must continue today. Our work is… https://t.co/JcbSiORTL7
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We're excited to share that R.O.C.K. is a 2020-21 Warriors Community Foundation grant recipient! We are so grateful… https://t.co/USvzWGhcHf
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Posted: 5 days ago
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We're kicking off 2021 with a #ROCKwrap ft a special guest who is truly "the glue" of our organization! Hanna, R.O.… https://t.co/ueAL5tBIm9
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#ICYMI: @FTCSF worked with an anonymous donor to put together 20 complete boards for local SF youth. These boards w… https://t.co/lZqVy33Oeb
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It's #NonprofitMonday! Be sure to grab some amazing comfort food from @EatPropChicken, and 10% of pick-up and in-st… https://t.co/YeoyHdJFNH
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#ICYMI: The @49ers & @49ersCommunity recognized Edwin Bautista as the 2020 #CommunityQuarterback! Edwin has been a… https://t.co/p3OEn2CgPL
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During the month of January, R.O.C.K. will receive 10% of sales each Monday as part of @EatPropChicken's Non-profit… https://t.co/hEgOTYtYg6
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Posted: 2 weeks ago
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@49ersCommunity @49ers Go Edwin! Thank you @49ersCommunity and @49ers for recognizing Edwin’s dedication to our community. Go Niners!
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Posted: 2 weeks ago
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@RealOptionsKids

RT @49ersCommunity: Congratulations to @49ers Community Quarterback Award winner, Edwin Bautista!

We want to recognize Edwin for his outst…
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@RealOptionsKids

2020 has been a year filled with challenges, but also a year of major growth and innovation. In our special… https://t.co/GmyZHWokgR
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Posted: 3 weeks ago
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There are still a few days left in 2020, which means there's still time to donate to R.O.C.K.! The CARES Act allows… https://t.co/BFMSiiZzga
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Posted: 3 weeks ago
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As we look forward to 2021, we're reflecting on all the growth & generosity we've experienced throughout 2020. The… https://t.co/84FOt7USJR
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Posted: 3 weeks ago
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Season's Greetings from all of us at R.O.C.K.! We hope that these screenshots from our End of Year Staff Celebratio… https://t.co/5Z6VjB7cuQ
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You can support a family in need by contributing an item from our #HolidayWishList at https://t.co/7hdgEWS9M4… https://t.co/g0wPLv5Thc
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On today's #ROCKwrap, Curt shares how we're spreading holiday cheer during this difficult time. From monetary donat… https://t.co/Eosn2qkc3n
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Posted: Last month
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The pandemic has put extra strain on many of our students & families, and we're asking for your help to… https://t.co/DmqSs9WjBp
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Posted: Last month
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@DubsCommunity @7eleven Thank you! 🤗💙💛
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Look at these happy faces 🤩

Our friends at @7eleven recently donated backpacks—all stuffed with fun, educational s… https://t.co/syrphDpO8T
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The #CommunityLearningHub initiative aims to provide a safe, comfortable place for students who have been most nega… https://t.co/A0AJklSh27
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RT @SF_DCYF: Tomorrow (12/10) @SFUnified will give away free meals to ALL children & youth age 18 and younger! Get two days worth of prepar…
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'Tis the season to make a difference! The wonderful team at @premiertp has launched a Face-Mask Fundraiser with 100… https://t.co/FXxoAIjLPd
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RT @RenelSFVoyce: It is my great honor! Can’t wait to get to work for these awesome kids!!❤️
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Say hello 👋 to the newest member of R.O.C.K.'s Honorary Board of Directors, @RenelSFVoyce! We were thrilled when Re… https://t.co/HiOklkO7HP
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RT @BrittneyElena_: 🥰 you’re so welcome! Excited to see the kids use them. 💕✨
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@RealOptionsKids

Major shoutout & thank you to @BrittneyElena_ & @JBLaudio for donating 50 pairs of True Wireless headphones for our… https://t.co/pUVEiN0tMD
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We want to give a heartfelt thank you to everyone who made a contribution to R.O.C.K. in honor of #GivingTuesday! W… https://t.co/Mg4kvdcaky
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Posted: Last month
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RT @DamonBruce: My pleasure! You do great work.
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@RealOptionsKids

#ICYMI: This week's #ROCKwrap highlights our virtual R.O.C.K. Connect 26, which was a huge success! Check out some… https://t.co/YSPihNkZnS
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Want to see a better tomorrow for Visitacion Valley?

Let’s start with our kids.

BE A VOLUNTEER

I can honestly say from experience that R.O.C.K. consists of people who genuinely care for the kids. I started attending R.O.C.K. as an eight year old at “Skill Drills” on Saturdays and as I got older, R.O.C.K. continued to be a part of my life.

– Monique Garrett, Past Participant
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Trusted by various organizations, schools and people in the community

High-quality Active and Academic Programming

By giving kids the chance to participate in our fun and nurturing programs, R.O.C.K. ensures every kid has the opportunity to develop, grow and thrive in a safe environment.

Stories that R.O.C.K. — Celebrating 26 years with stories of impact