As we begin our 45th annual Reggie McKenzie Foundation (RMF)
football clinic and other programs, I am thankful for our many supporters
who share in our vision, our mission and commitment to our youth. Our
belief in the proverb, "train up a child in the way he should go and when he is old,
he will not depart from it" is stronger today than it has ever been. We believe in
developing the whole child to succeed in all aspects of life. Our award winning
programs are designed to stimulate a desire in children to achieve in school and
everyday life. Each program focuses on strong academics combined with civic
responsibility and community service. The result is; children, who want to learn,
develop skills, formulate strong ethical principles, and become contributing
members of society.
We are proud to report that many of our coaches in football and basketball participated in RMF programming as youngsters. They received college scholarships and returned to instill in today’s campers the
key ingredients to success. The athletic programs teach children and their parents that through hard work,
dedication, and determination, they can accomplish a great deal in their lives.
These are times of unprecedented challenges in public education throughout the state
and nation. Our schools need the help of productive adults to help our children if
they are to compete in the knowledge-intensive marketplace of the future. Schools
cannot do it alone. We must do all we can do, so our children can be the best they
can be. Help us reach our 45th by continuing your support to children this year and
for years to come. - Reggie McKenzie