The Rock Program

09/02/2026

🦌🐊 Join us for the Florida Feast and support The ROCK Program!

📅 Thursday, October 8
⏰ Gates open at 5 PM | Dinner at 6 PM
📍 Southeastern Livestock Pavilion
🎟️ Tables are $1,000 and seat 10 guests

When reserving your table, please be sure to write “The ROCK Program” on your registration form or tell the organizer that your table is supporting The ROCK Program. This ensures your support is credited directly to us!

To reserve your table:

📧 Contact The ROCK Program at [email protected]
📞 Contact Caitlin at (352) 512-8960
📧 Email [email protected]

Let’s fill the room with ROCK supporters and make a powerful impact for local students!

09/02/2026

A message from our Founder, Rondo Fernandes.

His words at our Founders Dinner captured the heart of The Rock Program—why we started, who we serve, and why this work matters.

Take a few minutes to listen. This one is powerful. ❤️

08/31/2026

❤️ DID YOU KNOW?

Every ROCK Program room has a Faith Corner and a supply of positivity notes ready to encourage students when they need it most. A few simple words of hope can remind a student that they are valued, supported, and never alone.

At The ROCK Program, we don’t just meet essential needs—we help build hope for the future!

08/30/2026

🎤 Powerful Voices. Inspiring Stories.

A heartfelt thank-you to Principal Johnson of Osceola Middle School, Rock Program volunteers Mike and Kathy Kennedy, and students Micailia, Payton, and Jasmine for sharing their powerful stories at The ROCK Program’s Founders Dinner.

Founder Rondo Fernandez closed the evening with inspiring remarks that reminded us how far The ROCK Program has come—and how much more we can accomplish together. Your words reminded us all why this mission matters! ❤️

08/29/2026

🤠❤️ What an incredible night!

A heartfelt thank-you to everyone who joined us for The ROCK Program’s Founders Dinner and helped celebrate 10 years of providing hope and empowering students.

Special thanks to Sensational Selfies Ocala, Tri-Eagle Sales, Sonny’s Catering, and Jeremiah’s Italian Ice for helping make the evening extra special. Your support—and the support of every guest, sponsor, volunteer, and friend in attendance—means more than you know!

Together, we’re building a stronger future for local students. ❤️

08/26/2026

✨ WHO YOU ARE BECOMING MATTERS!

The ROCK Program is excited to partner with Church of Hope for the 2026 Becoming Conference—an inspiring evening for women to grow in faith, discover their purpose, and connect with one another.

The event will also feature a special donation drive benefiting The ROCK Program and the local students we serve!

Sunday, September 13
5–8 PM
Church of Hope | Ocala
Admission is FREE!

Reserve your seat today:
👉 https://bit.ly/2026BecomingConference

Together, we’re providing hope, meeting essential needs, and helping students recognize their God-given value!

A conference for women hosted at Church of Hope on Sunday, September 13, at 5:00 p.m.

08/22/2026

BJ’S WHOLESALE IS COMING!

And they’re partnering with The ROCK Program! ❤️

Join BJ’s through our fundraiser and get BIG membership savings while supporting local students!

💥 Club Card: $15 (reg. $60)
💥 Club Plus: $50 (reg. $120)

IMPORTANT: You MUST use or reference The ROCK Program promo code: 836020 for your membership to support our fundraiser!

1-800-313-8887
www.bjs.com/partners/therockprogram

Offer ends November 6!

Welcome to Ocala, BJ’s — we LOVE that you’re already ROCKing our community! ❤️

08/22/2026

A huge thank you to Pella Family of Brands and the team at Custom Window Systems (CWS) for supporting The ROCK Program through an essential-needs item drive!

CWS has been part of the Ocala community since 1986, and we’re grateful to see their local team continuing that legacy by helping local middle and high school students access clothing, hygiene products, school supplies, food, and other essentials.

They don’t just build quality windows and doors—they help build stronger communities and brighter futures! ❤️