Expansion Update: Progress!

Progress!!! As construction on our expansion area gets closer to completion, we can’t help but get excited about all the improvements. These photos of the old high bay area (now our gym/multipurpose center) show the amazing contrast. There is still work left to do, but we know it won’t be long until our kids will be able to enjoy their …

Looking Back: Fun & Games

Rock House Kids is celebrating 25 years of ministry to Rockford’s inner-city kids in 2024! Our vision at RHK is to meet the physical, emotional, and educational needs of inner-city children by instilling hope in a SAFE, Christ-centered environment. When our kids feel safe, they can relax and enjoy just being kids which, of course, means fun is mandatory! Over …

Volunteer Appreciation Dinner

We had a wonderful time celebrating our incredible team of volunteers last Thursday night. Our RHK Volunteer Appreciation Dinner was held at Central Christian Church. The theme was “My Lighthouse – Let Your Light Shine” and featured a delicious meal, words of encouragement from some of our “veteran” volunteers, and even a sing-a-long. We are so blessed to work alongside …

Meet Grace Jones

My name is Grace. I currently work cleaning homes (being my own boss is nice) and help lead at the Front Desk in a Chiropractic office. I’ve been volunteering at Rock House Kids for about 14 years as one of the lead teachers on Monday nights, along with my sister, Hope. When I was 14, I loved serving and helping …

Looking Back: Volunteers Rock!

Rock House Kids is celebrating 25 years of ministry to Rockford’s inner-city kids in 2024! Over the years, our wonderful volunteers have played a vital role in serving our kids. They have filled the gaps our staff could not on their own, giving of their time, talents, and huge hearts to help bring hope and change to our kids. During …

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Volunteer with Rock House Kids!

Ever wondered what it’s like to volunteer at Rock House Kids? Watch as RHK Volunteer, Pat Senglaub, shares a little about her experience volunteering for our evening program and what motivates her to be there for the kids. We have many volunteer opportunities available and our volunteer coordinator, Kathy Bartz, would love to talk with you about how you can …

RHK Volunteers are the Best!

This is Volunteer Appreciation Week, and we want you to know our RHK volunteers are first-rate! Our volunteers are selfless. Rain or shine, some after very, very long days, they come with a smile, arms to hug, and a heart willing to love some of the hardest to love. They give selflessly to ensure kids at RHK feel loved and …

Wanted: Van Drivers!

“I’m sorry. The vans are full.” RHK owns three 15-passenger vans, which we can use to go and pick up kids who need rides. However, the number of kids who need transportation far exceeds what we can provide. We are limited to a few neighborhoods where most of our kids who need rides live. The bigger problem is the need …