From The PublisherI’m excited to share this charity edition of Automotive Street Style with you. In this edition you will be informed of the role that you can play in assisting a student along the road to the workplace.
As an auto enthusiast, I love the way car owners customize, wax and show off their unique rides. But, I am troubled by the lack of TLC that our kids receive in polishing up and presenting their skills to a rapidly shrinking workplace.
So this upcoming school year, I have assembled an awesome pit crew to inspire 50,000 students to gather up the tools needed to navigate the highways and back roads of life.
The Project 50/50 is my personal goal to do something more than just sit back waiting for Superman to save us.
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THE PIT CREW:Larry MosleyDirector of NV Dept. of EmploymentTraining and Rehabilitation
Johnnie Williams IIITWG III, LLC (The Williams Group)
Byron GoynesWorkforce Connections, Project 5,000 Kids
Gerry SchroederCity of Henderson Councilwoman
Pastor Benny PerezChurch of South Las Vegas
Jim ManningInterstate Plumbing & Air Conditioning
Terry JanisonClark County School Board
Odalys CarmonaState Manager of Youth Initiatives
John FogalLas Vegas Rescue Mission
Spencer HaywoodRetired NBA Basketball Player
Ricki BarlowCity of North Las Vegas Councilman
Sherri GoldstromCo-owner of Art and Shirley’s Auto Collection and Museum
Brian SiegelDirector of Henderson International Schools
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Rally Events Schedule 4JYD Project Charity Events scheduled for 2011
Driving Change 8Four Charities Touching Lives
Sponsors Wanted! 10Outlining the plans to our children’s futures
JYD Project 16Our Vision, Mission and Action for the Future
About Jerome Williams 6His Career and Passion
JYD Project: Rally 4 Kids 30 Our Vision, Mission and Action for the Future
RALLY EVENT SCHEDULE
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EVENT SCHEDULE
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Thursday, April 28th6:30pm - 8:30pmLocation: Pete’s Piano Bar
This year the JYD Project will present 4 local charities with their “Driving Change Awards”.
Friday, April 29th7:30pm - 9:30pmTown Square Lawn
This year the JYD Project has added a community Press Conference and Movie on the Lawn, “Waiting for Superman”.
Saturday, April 30th10:00am - 12:30pmStarts at Blue Martini
Jerome Williams and his Pit Crew drive down the strip in 5 school buses with supporters and followers.
at Town Square
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Saturday, April 30th6:30pm - 8:30pmBlue Martini
The Rally Cocktail party allows drivers and celebrities to mix and mingle while they organize their team strategy.
Sunday, May 1st9:30am - 3:30pmFront parking lot of Town Square Las Vegas blvd. & Sunset
This unique car show will serve a dual purpose that will promote education as much as the “best of show” cars.
Sunday, May 1st11:30am - 1:30pmCar Show - Pit Row
This years corporate/family teams will set out on an auto-scavenger hunt, in search of the “key to success” which will unlock the 2011 JYD Rally Cup..
Jerome “JYD” Williams is considered one of the greatest role players to ever pass through the NBA. Whether on the court, in the community or in the classroom, he provides 100%
effort and now inspires students and staff around the world to do the same.
Despite never becoming a star player, Jerome cultivated a starring role as NBA Cares Ambassador, NBA TV correspondent, NBA Fit spokesperson and NBA Goodwill Ambassador to South Africa, Israel, Beijing and Bahrain. His community efforts gained him national media exposure, community service awards and two special invitation to dine at he White House during the George W. Bush administration.
For Jerome’s efforts to prepare for high school seniors with life skills for independent living; Fannie Mae Foundation awarded him with their National “Home Team” Award. His corporate
appeal scored invitations to ring in the opening bell at both the New York and Toronto Stock Exchanges.
No retired from grabbing rebounds and exciting NBA fans, Jerome remains busier than ever running both an automotive magazine publication and much needed children’s charity. His passion for both cars and motivating people has spawned the theme, “preparing kids along the road to the workplace”.
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EVENT SCHEDULE
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Providing a safe space for kids to play and belong that offers a variety of programs
and activities that build young lives.
Project 5000 Kids is designed to help you graduate from high school while at the same time helping you make connections to meaningful work experiences. They work to match youth to educational and work opportunities that will help them now and in the future.
Providing after school programs for both boys and girls that provides tutoring and sports activities at CCSD elementary and middle schools.
Providing a safe place for women and children to reside
in times of need that offers programs to assist spiritual
growth.
SPONSORS WANTED
RALLY FLAGSLogo Placement5,000 Flags on Cars
PIT CREW SHIRTSLogo Placement5,000 Pit Crew Shirts
RALLY AWARDS5 Community Awards1 JYD RALLY CUP
BEVERAGE SPONSORSProduct Sampling5,000+ Attendees
EVENT BANNERSLogo Placement5 Main Events
WEBSITE BANNERLogo Placement2 JYD Websites
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FLYER SPONSORSLogo Placement25,000 E-Flyers
STAGE BANNERSLogo PlacementCollege and Cars
MEDIA SPONSORSExclusive Involvement5 Media Events
WEBSITE BANNERLogo Placement2 JYD Websites
ENTERTAINMENTLead Sponsors2 Events
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STUDENT SUCCESS INITIATIVE
The 2011 Rally 4 Kids will support the Williams Group in its effort to confront the drop out issue at 5 CCSD high schools, 15 middle schools and 30 elementary schools.
Nevada currently ranks 50th in both education and students dropping out of school. The Project 50/50 is an effort to rally 50,000 citizens around 50,000 students in need of motivation, college prep assistance and teacher motivation.
A Student Success Initiative has been constructed to inspire elementary and middle school students, support teachers, prepare high school students for college entrance and re-engage more parents. Two years of research has shaped the five support programs that will be offered at schools spanning each corner of the Las Vegas valley:
•BoulderCity •Henderson •LasVegas •NorthLasVegas •Summerlin
The JYD Project is attempting to raise more than $2.5 Million Dollars to fund this ground-breaking, five year effort to save Nevada billions in support services that student dropouts will cost the state.
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Take the 5 for 5 pledge and challenge 5 others to do the same. We ask that you step up and accept your challenge to activate Project 50/50.
Your contribution will make all the difference in our efforts to “build communities and change lives”.
Thank you in advance,
Pledge Requests:The Church Challenge $50 x 5
The Casino Challenge $5,000 x 5
The CCSD Challenge 50,000 students
The Company Challenge $500 x 5
The Citizen Challenge $5 x 5
The Celebrity Challenge 5 appearances
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JYD PROJECT: FAST FACTS
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MISSION STATEMENT:The JYD Project will pursue its mission to unify people of all nationalities in a collective effort to support and provide opportunities for those in need.
VISION STATEMENT:The JYD Project has a vision to leverage celebrity influence to motivate youth to excel academically, physically and personally.
ACTION STATEMENT:The JYD Project raises and issues funds to initiate programs that service both youth and adults. Each year the project will host five events that maximize the involvement of celebrities and community leaders coming together. From feeding homeless families during Thanksgiving, toy drives during Christmas and Rally 4 Kids, Team JYD remains busy inspiring youth and adults all over the world.
The JYD Project is a non-profit organization(501c3) guided by a Board of Directors comprised of leaders in education, business and community development. These dedicated individuals give generously of their time and resources in support of the JYD Project’s critical mission.
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THE NAME:J Jerome’sY YouthD Development Project
OBJECTIVES:P Promote Parental InvolvementR Raise expectations regarding student achievementO Organize youth development programs and partnershipsJ Join other initiatives focused upon supporting families in needE Engage more student volunteersC Challenge the business community to offer more internshipsT Touch as many lives as possible
On Saturday, April 17, 2010, Jerome “Junk Yard Dog” Williams teamed up with Zion United Methodist Church to sponsor a neighborhood clean-up event in North Las Vegas. Zion United Methodist Church is located at 2108 N. Revere Street, near Lake Mead Blvd. This event was aimed at promoting a sense of goodwill and cooperation in this transitional urban setting.
Jerome Williams and
the JYD Project have done outstanding work in the Las Vegas Valley with community programs directed toward youth from all walks of life. But from personal experience with Jerome, I know that his dedication to the community stems from his personal commitment to his faith in Jesus Christ. It is the foundation upon which he has built his personal success and accomplishments within each community where he has lived.
The Bible says in Titus 2:6-7: “...encourage the young men to be self-controlled. In everything set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech that cannot be condemned…”Jerome Williams has lived his life according to these values and continues to do so with every opportunity to reach out.
n OUR COMMUNITY
JYD PROJECT WORKING IN THE COMMUNITYUNITY IN THE COMMUNITYBy Paul Bosman
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Zion United Methodist Church is a beacon of the Christian faith in North Las Vegas. Teaming up with a faithful servant like Jerome, Zion is striving to make a positive impact in the local community. The clean-up event in April is part Zion’s continued effort to bring the community together.
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JYD PROJECT: STUDENT SUCCESS INITIATIVE
The 2011 school year will kick off with a rather tall
student embarking upon 50 Clark County campuses to challenge students to step up and take the 50/50 Challenge.Targeting 50,000 caring adults willing to sacrifice five dollars from five paychecks to fund a 50-school/50,000-student motivation tour; the 50/50 Challenge is hosted by the Williams brothers—Jerome and Johnnie—founders of the JYD Project. Even while political figures, school board members and parents
work to implement much-needed solutions, more than 122 students drop out of Nevada schools each day. Of those that remain, a solid 50 percent qualify for
free lunch. The local gaming industry, small businesses, religious institutions, and caring citizens will all be challenged to support this success campaign to get our children back on the road to re-tooling our workforce. No strangers to youth engagement
and motivation, the Williams brothers have spoken to more than 1.3 million students collectively. The Williams brothers refuse to just sit back and lament the fact
that Las Vegas is tabbed “the nation’s dumbest city”.To participate, simply donate
$25 (or $5/per paycheck from five checks), as well as challenge five friends and five co-workers to do the same. The goal is to raise Nevada’s number 50 ranking among American states in both education and student graduation. For more information, visit JYDProject.com.
JYD PROJECT: THE STUDENT SUCCESS INITIATIVE
Team JYD Launches Campaign to Motivate 50,000 Students.
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The JYD project’s Jerome “Junk Yard Dog” Williams has
been involved in the NBA’s Read to Achieve program since 1997, when he played for the Detroit Pistons. Mr. Williams has always encouraged youth to develop a passion to read. After playing nine years in the NBA with Detroit, Chicago, Toronto & New York, JYD continues to keep his reading campaign alive. This month he visited Henderson International School’s 2nd Grade to show how the DoggPound loves to READ! “ The
books you read, give you the knowledge you need, so join the reading team, and get in the league, if you believe than you can achieve, sometimes you need to pick up a book and read” said JYD.
“We wish to thank you for your wonderful gift of
time, that it took to read, gift of joy, because you brought us happiness!!! And, last, but never least, you made reading an event to remember, a moment to cherish, and gave us a tune to live by!”- Ms. Whited’s Class
Henderson International Reading Week
“Dear Mr. Williams,Thank you for reading to us and singing the rap song I loved it”
- Elizabeth (2nd Grader)
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Henderson International Reading Week
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JYD PRoJect PaRtneRs WItH BoYs & GIRls cluB of soutHeRn nevaDaThe Sam & Mary Boyd Club gets a new name and a makeover!!by: stan Mitchell
JYD PROJECT
The Boyd Family was honored for their support of Boys & Girls Clubs movement for over 50 years. Also in attendance was the Rubeli Family for the unveiling of the new Rubeli Family Teen Center. Local politicians from the City of Henderson, top business leaders, Boys & Girls Club board members, and key supporters were also present at the ceremony.
“The renovation of this facility will allow us to provide more programs for the kids, while increasing the club’s visibility and membership”. Mike Meyer, CEO
of The Boys and Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada went on to say, “The JYD Project’s design concepts and contributions, even in the small details, brought in something special that we didn’t see. The finishing of the building was done very
well and I don’t think we could have a better job. Jerome Williams and The JYD Project
team brought it all together”.
The Mary and Sam Boyd Boyd Club building renovation includes a new teen center complete with a lounge area and computer workstations, a learning/study center, a
gameroom with a kitchen and eating area, and an outdoor sports area adjacent to the Wells Park Recreation Area. Program staff and kids alike are excited about the newly renovated Mary and Sam Boyd Boys and Girls Club.
The JYD Project team would like to say “thank you” and
On January 14, 2010, The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada hosted a rededication and ribbon cutting ceremony for its newly renovated and renamed Mary and Sam Boyd Boys & Girls Club in Henderson.
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give special appreciation to the following JYD Project supporters for their assistance with the Mary and Sam Boyd Boys and Girls Club renovation, as well as their ongoing contributions to the JYD Project .
Contributors Include:Grand CanyonConstruction and The Kennedy Family
Helix Electric
OSM Landscaping and Walter
Jones, General Contractor
Pat Clark, Painter
Abi the Painter
JYD PROJECT: FINDLAY PREP WELCOMES JYD
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The 2010-2011 school year is in full swing,
which means another season of Findlay basketball is around the corner. Coming off their second consecutive ESPN Rise National High School Invitational Championship, the potential for the 2011 Findlay Pilots is strong for another run at the national crown. In three seasons under Coach Michael Peck, the program has a 97-3 record. Equaling Findlay’s success on the court, the program produces a 100% graduation rate, NCAA qualified 100% of the student athletes, and every single Findlay graduate has gone on to play NCAA Division 1 on scholarship.This year, Jerome Williams is contributing to the educational experience as Findlay’s
director of player development. In addition to helping daily practices, JYD has taken on a weekly role as part of the Global Citizenship class, sharing his experiences and knowledge. This is wholly in keeping with the JYD Project’s educational program, which focuses on preparation for an ethical civic life. One of the core tenets of the JYD Project is imparting responsibility for themselves and the world around them to young adults. The JYD Project’s life skills series equips students with the skills necessary to navigate their educational experiences, make a positive community impression with good life choices, and live purposeful lives. JYD covers a wide range of topics including choices and
consequences, first impressions, education and networking, financial responsibility, leadership, and life after the game. Great things are happening as the Findlay program and the JYD Project continues to invest in our next generation. To follow the program, go to www.FindlayPrep.com.
Findlay Prep’s Global Citizenship Class
Written By Todd Simon, Associate Head Coach, Findlay Pilot Basketball
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JYD PROJECT: TRIP TO ISREAL
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Written by Todd Warnick
While touring Israel, the former
NBA players took a break from their busy schedule to conduct a “Basketball Boot Camp” clinic for 200 basketball players in Jerusalem from ages 9-15. Jerome “Junkyard Dog “ Williams, Allan Houston, Anthony “A.B.” Bonner, David Wood, Paul Grant, and Choo Smith, a former Harlem Globetrotter conducted the clinic.
The pros put the young players through a series of defensive drills and demonstrated offensive fundamentals. “JYD” energized the players from the start with group cheers and lots of pushups. Former New York Knick, Allan”H20” Houston, demonstrated the shooting fundamentals that made him one of the league’s all-time great scorers.
The young players then split into groups to hone their newly learned skills, including the pick and roll. “A.B” didn’t let the kids rest for a minute, enthusiastically emphasizing defensive strategy and good foot movement.
Junkyard Dog made sure energy levels stayed high during the clinic, as he did throughout his entire NBA career. Houston said, “JYD’s Boot Camp style was very exciting to be part of. The kids loved it”. After “Boot Camp”, the players and kids connected for some one on one time that included autographs, handshakes and plenty of smiles all around.
The players were in Israel for several days, touring and studying history from ancient to modern times. They visited Jewish,
Christian, and Muslim sites under the auspices of SportsPower International, an organization founded by former Boston Celtic chaplain Bill Alexson..
SportsPower International is dedicated to using basketball worldwide to bring young people together to build character and instill positive values into their lives. Chris Wallace, general manager of the Memphis Grizzlies—a frequent visitor to Israel—is also an integral part of the group.
While in Israel, the group played basketball with an inspired group of young immigrants from Ethiopia, conducted a clinic for 600 young people in Tel Aviv, and played an exhibition game against an Israeli professional team, B’nei Hasharon.
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RALLY 4 KIDS: FAST FACTS
MISSION STATEMENT:The Rally for Kids will drive at its mission to keep our kids on the right road to the workplace.
VISION STATEMENT:The Rally vision is to craft a role for everyone to play in reshaping the values lost in our homes, schools and community. Rally events will each serve a specific purpose and target an exact audience in attempt to engage change and awareness.
ACTION STATEMENT:The Rally for Kids will raise and issue funds to activate the Student Success Initiative that will service 50,000 students, parents and teachers for a five year period.
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THE DRIVING PURPOSE:C Close the achievement gaps of students residing in low income householdsA Acknowledge local charities “Driving Change” in the lives of childrenR Remind the masses to take time to care about others
THE RALLY STATEMENT:R Realize that change starts with youA Accept the challenge to touch five livesL Learn the facts about what’s wrongL Lend your resources to help outY Your input will make the difference
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To benefit local children’s charities
Rally Drivers, celebrities & JYD Project supporters were revved
up and raring to go for the JYD Project’s Second Annual Finish Line Dinner and Auction. This year’s theme, “Fast & Furious” promised to be a lot of fun. The Palazzo Hotel played host for the celebrities, politicians, community leaders and supporters for an evening of fun and excitement. Fox 5’s Olivia Boyle hosted the evening that started with a silent auction where guests were treated to cocktails sponsored by Johnny LOVE Vodka. Marc Savard, Planet Hollywood’s comedian hypnotist, was on hand to entertain, as well as R&B vocalist Patrick Wilson. Attendees were also treated to a fashion show sponsored
by Syrup Swimwear where models blazed the runway!!
JYD Project sponsors, Dal Toro’s Italian Restaurant, Fox 5 and GM Chevrolet helped make this event a huge success. JYD Project president Jerome Williams and staff, were thrilled to have 20 drivers participate in this years Rally including seven local businesses for the corporate challenge. “It is always important to have community support whenever non-profits try to fundraise, having only been in the Las Vegas for three years, I’m even surprised at all the support that my charity has received from the community”, Williams said.
The JYD Project supports After-School All-Stars, Boy
Scouts of Nevada, The Shade Tree, and The Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Nevada. The donations from the event will help benefit the JYD project as it prepares for another year of community service with health & fitness camps for kids, neighborhood clean ups and educational/leadership work shops to encourage youth to excel in all that they do. For more information about how you can support the JYD Project please visit www.jydproject.com, All donations can be made online or mailed to 2831 St. Rose Pkwy, Suite 203 Henderson, NV. 89052
JYD PROJECT: 2ND ANNUAL FINISH LINE DINNER
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