Media Kit - RuJohn Foundation

The RuJohn Foundation’s
Annual Celebrity Sports Camp
June 22nd - June 28th, 2014
JAMAICA
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RuJohn Sports Camp 2013
NFL: Raheem Brock, Leonard Weaver & Darius Butler
NBA: Andray Blatche, Reggie Evans & John Salmons
International Professional Basketball: Ronald Moore
Brooklyn Nets Dancers: Siobhan and Amanda
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Acting & Empowerment Workshops
Celebrities Guests: Raven Symone, Lance Gross, Robert Ri’chard,
Lamorne Morris, Camille McDonald, Jussie Smollett,
Destorm Power and Iman Crosson.
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Awards Reception/Press Conference
With special guest the Most Honorable Portia Simpson Miller,
Prime Minster of Jamaica
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ABOUT
The RuJohn Foundation
Since 2003, the RuJohn Foundation has provided resources for thousands of underprivileged youth in Jamaica
and the United States, leaving them with priceless memories, life lessons, and the confidence to achieve in
school and all endeavors. The foundation was created in honor of Ruth and John Tulloch, the grandparents of
RuJohn’s founders Andrew Bachelor and Christina Bachelor. Our mission is to provide the necessary tools for
education to the rural and inner-city schools of the US and Jamaica.
Works with professional athletes and entertainers to uplift youth and promote the importance
Celebrities and athletes such Raven Symone (The Cosby Show), Lance Gross (House of Payne), Robert Ri’chard
(Cousin Skeeter), Lamorne Morris (New Girl), Andray Blatche (NBA), Reggie Evans (NBA), Raheem Brock (NFL),
Darius Butler (NFL), and many more have joined us to help inspire youth to aspire for greatness. In addition to
offering students the unique opportunity to experience sports camps and acting workshops led by professional
athletes and entertainers, we contribute by donating:
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Academic scholarships for students
Computers, computer desks and printers
Contributions towards school lunch programs
Backpacks, notebooks, pens and pencils
Assistance for hurricane victims
Ceiling fans for schools
Stoves and microwave ovens for schools
In-ground and portable basketball systems
Hygiene kits
American footballs and basketballs
Football helmets, shoulder pads and uniforms
Refurbished two basketball courts
Renovated an athletic building at a school in Jamaica
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Andrew & Christina Bachelor
Chief Executive Officer & President
Andrew Bachelor - Chief Executive Officer
Andrew ‘King Bach’ Bachelor was born in Toronto, Canada and raised in South
Florida. Before he began his career in Hollywood, he attended the Florida State
University and graduated from the FSU College of Business with a Bachelor of
Science degree in Finance. While at FSU, he consistently ranked among the Top
15 High Jumpers in the NCAA and had a personal best jump of 7 feet 2.5 inches.
Andrew also joined Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc.
Shortly after his college graduation, Andrew moved to Los Angeles, California to
embark on a career in acting and filmmaking. His most notable success has
come from the 6-second social media video app Vine. In less than six months,
he has amassed more than 4.5 million fans and followers, making him Vine’s
number one user in the world.
Andrew’s work has been featured in the New York Times, USA Today, Vanity
Fair, Entertainment Weekly and the Huffington Post. His award-winning sketch
comedy series King Bachelor’s Pad is now a pilot for BET and he will also be
guest starring in Season 3 of Showtime’s hit series House of Lies.
At an early age, Andrew and his sister Christina learned the importance of giving back. Understanding that to
whom much is given, much is required, they co-founded the RuJohn Foundation to honor their grandparents
and help provide educational tools to underprivileged families in Jamaica and the United States.
Christina Bachelor - President
In 2011, Christina Bachelor graduated from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Science Degree from
the Fisher School of Accounting. In May 2012, Christina graduated with a Masters Degree in Accounting from
the University of Southern California. Christina launched her professional career in August 2012 at the
prestigious Big Four accounting firm of Deloitte & Touché.
At an early age, Christina learned the importance of giving back by volunteering at her Church and various
clubs at both her High School and College. In High School she was the treasurer for the National Honors Society. While in college, she not only served as their Treasurer, but was also actively involved in planning various
charity events. Christina is also a very active member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated, where she has
coordinated many fundraising activities, served as Treasurer, and conducted membership intake.
Christina served as Secretary for 4 years for the National Association for Black Accountants and Programming
Chair for Mu Epsilon Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated. In addition to those positions, while in
college she served in a leadership position, in the Caribbean Student Association, Caribbean Gator Aid, Student Government, and the Multicultural showcase. She is currently the third vice president of the Inglewood,
CA graduate chapter of her sorority.
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Angela Oliver
Director
Angela Oliver - Director
Angela Oliver became actively involved in philanthropic
work when her son Andray Blatche entered the
National Basketball Association (NBA) in 2005. Having
volunteered with various organizations from children
program to Cancer outreach programs, Angela brings a
wealth of knowledge to the organization on program
planning and implementation. Angela ministers to
children in underserved neighborhoods through a
variety of outreach programs, charitable events and
outright gifts. She knows firsthand how to help and
minister to others having lost her sister to breast
cancer.
A native of Syracuse, New York, Angela is the President
of the Andray Blatche Foundation. She currently resides in South Carolina with her husband
Alonzo, and her younger son, Tre. Her eldest son, Andray, is currently playing for the NBA’s
Brooklyn Nets as a forward.
Pictured Left: Unveiling the plaque outside
of the refurbished sports pavilion at
Kingston College's North Street campus are;
Angela Oliver of the Andray Blatche Foundation, Byron and Ingrid Bachelor of the
RuJohn Foundation, head boy Reynell
Barnett and acting principal Everton Burrell.
The RuJohn and Andray Blatche foundations donated the bulk of the $6.5 million
that it cost to refurbish the facility, which
now boasts a gymnasium, a sportsmaster's
office, among other things. (Photo: Bryan
Cummings)
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Giving Back for Thanksgiving
Providing Meals for Those in Need!
In 2013, the RuJohn Foundation expanded our outreach
efforts to Los Angeles, California. For the Thanksgiving
holiday, we held a Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway for 50
LA families. Our team also provided cooked meals for 10
families and delivered them to their homes on Thanksgiving day. Pictured right and below are RuJohn’s CEO
Andrew Bachelor, Sam Jones (Blue Mountain State),
Vanessa Baden (Kenan & Kel) and many more volunteers
and families that participated in our festivities.
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A Christmas Surprise
Spreading Christmas Cheer!
For the Christmas season, the RuJohn Foundation
hosts shopping excursions for many children in South
Florida and Jamaica. In the last few years, more than
200 students have been treated to holiday shopping
sprees at Target and Mega Mart. In 2013, we held our
first ever Kids Fun Day at the Prime Minister’s
Residence in Jamaica. Pictured right and below are
Jamaican Track stars Warren Weir, Ricardo Chambers,
Jermaine Gonzales and Rosemarie Whyte.
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Prime Minister
Portia Simpson Miller
Supports the RuJohn Foundation
Prime Minister Portia Simpson Miller has been an avid
supporter of the RuJohn Foundation for years. While
delivering the main address at the foundation’s 2013
annual press conference and awards reception at the
Knutsford Court Hotel, Simpson Miller lauded the foundation for assisting Jamaican schools and organizations
with financial and material donations.
"Any contribution to education is a contribution to the
development of Jamaica," Simpson Miller stated.
"Any contribution to the children is a contribution to
the future of Jamaica. We are blessed to have people
with big hearts. We cannot pay for what they give to us
every time they come here.”
Guests for the 2014 charity event will have the privilege to dine with the Prime Minister and enjoy her
presence while giving back to the Jamaican community.
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Student Testimonials
"The RuJohn Foundation is not just an organization that gave me
an award, but is an organization that is now a part of my life.
Thoughts about my university funding with being almost
independent at the age of 18, came rushing after the CAPE exams.
However, the wonderful works of this organization resulted in me
finding a miraculous way, in entering university comfortably. Not
only have I benefitted from my association with the RuJohn
Foundation academically, but I was introduced to some of the
most prominent figures in today's society, both local and international. I have met the leader of the country on many occasions
through this organization, and this is definitely one of my most
memorable experiences, as I do hope to become the leader of Jamaica one day. "
- Joel Nomdarkham, 2013 Leadership Award Winner
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I am honoured to have received a scholarship from your organization. You have aided in providing me with
the opportunity to achieve a higher education and thus contribute to the development of my country. I will
make the best of this opportunity by not only achieving academic success but also by giving back to my
community. Also, thank you for the laptop. It will certainly be used as a learning tool.
I enjoyed the awards ceremony and was truly inspired. I hope that you continue to change the lives of
young people and may God continue to bless you and your family.
- Racquel Jarrett, 2012 Scholarship Recipient
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I would like to take the time out to express my sincere gratitude to you in offering me a scholarship from
your foundation. I truly appreciate your kind gesture and I will continue to do my best in my endeavors. I
mostly indeed had a great time at the Knutsford Court Hotel in Kingston on Sunday, June 17, 2012; by
getting to meet wonderful celebrities, NFL and NBA players respectively, whom had their own insights of
aiming high to achieve one's goals and never giving up. I am therefore looking forward in continuing to
escalate my relationship with you and the RuJohn Foundation thoroughly, by staying in contact as much as I
can, updating you with my achievements, grades and so on. I am very grateful for this monetary gift and
laptop which will surely aid me in university with my assignments and such, as I didn't own one personally.
I hope the Lord will continue to outpour his blessings upon you, your family and your profound foundation.
- Saskia Barton, 2012 Scholarship Recipient
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Media
Celebrity Guest Social Media Following:
Twitter: 1.5 Million - YouTube: 2.6 Million
Vine: 8 Million - Instagram: 1 Million
By utilizing social media, our celebrity guests and athletes raise awareness of the foundation’s purpose and
progress. The video blogs, which are posted to Vine and YouTube.com, have the potential to reach over 6
million people around the world.
Print Media: Jamaica Observer and Jamaica Gleaner
Television: TVJ (Smile Jamaica) and CVM
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Celebrity Testimonials
Guests Describe Their RuJohn Experience
“When I first visited Jamaica, it was mind blowing
to see some of the conditions that these kids have
to learn under. I saw it with my own eyes what
little they have. For them to deal with those
circumstances really impressed me. My family and
I are trying to help out in any way that we can and
we’re glad to have partnered with the RuJohn
Foundation to make a difference.”
- Andray Blatche, Brooklyn Nets
“I do a lot of charity work with inner city kids in
my hometown Philadelphia. It’s important that
we provide that help for children everywhere.
Jamaica is a great country with so much to
offer, so I’ve made a commitment to come back
to remind the youth that every one of them has
a gift and a purpose. It’s my responsibility to
use my blessings to bless others.”
- Raheem Brock, NFL Super Bowl Champion
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Celebrity Testimonials
Guests Describe Their RuJohn Experience
“I became involved with the RuJohn Foundation in
2012 and I’m still so thankful they reached out to
me. There is no better feeling than helping others,
especially the youth, and that’s what this
foundation is all about. I was so inspired after
attending the summer camp last year, I decided to
begin my own non-profit for children in my
hometown of Los Angeles. The Bachelor family
really reminded me that it is our duty to uplift our
communities and the next generation.”
- Robert Ri’chard
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“There were so many people who helped me
when I was a kid and I see it as a privilege to be
able to share my blessings with others. It felt
good to speak with the young teens in Jamaica
and tell them that anything they want to
achieve in life is possible. I plan to go back every
summer and help promote positivity and inspire
those kids to work hard and never give up on
their dreams.”
- Lance Gross
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2013 Sponsors
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