Youth Advantage

• Participate in athletics
  
• Pursue their passion in music, fine arts, or theater
  
• Join an after-school club
  
• Attend summer day camp

Youth Advantage provides eligible young people access to activities through financial need-based scholarships and loan of new or gently used athletic equipment, musical instruments, or other necessary items.
 
Families who live in Independent School District 834’s boundaries and are currently on a free or reduced-fee lunch program (or financially qualify to do so), may qualify for a Youth Advantage Scholarship. Serving students in grades K-12.

Assistance is available to qualifying youth for:

• St. Croix Valley Athletic Association
• District #834 Community Education classes (school year and summer)
• School sports teams and music programs
• After-school fee-based clubs and activities
• Camps and classes at local sites, such as Warner Nature Center or ArtReach Alliance
• AND MORE!

Contact Youth Advantage to learn more.
 

Youth Advantage aims to provide access to arts, athletics, and educational-enrichment experiences for children of financially-challenged parents or guardians who reside in District #834 boundaries.

Youth Advantage recognizes that giving children these opportunities puts young people on a path to success.

Youth Advantage's mission is funded solely through the generosity of financial donations. Please consider making a financial gift today to fund a child's dream.

• $250 funds one family for year.
• $100 funds one child for one year.
• $50 funds one child for one activity.

Monthly electronic gifting options also available.

During a time of need Youth Advantage has been a wonderful gift to our family. Our son, Christian, wanted to participate in a youth choir event with the district, but due to a recent job loss, 2 children, and a new baby, there was not enough money for extra activities. After contacting Youth Advantage, he was able to receive a scholarship to participate. The people were extremely helpful at Youth Advantage and we were able to now afford the cost. Christian gained confidence in performing in front a group and increased his enjoyment of singing. Christian enjoyed the choir so much that he hopes to be in it again next year. What a wonderful experience for an 11 year old, all thanks to Youth Advantage. The exciting news was also to know he can enroll in other classes and sports events during this year and qualify for additional scholarships. What a wonderful program, someday we hope to give back to Youth Advantage, but for now, we are grateful.  

Rock the Cause Celebrates Soul Music to Benefit Education Enrichment for Youth

06.18.2010 – Rock the Cause, Youth Advantage and Saint Croix Vineyards are proud to host the inaugural Rock the Vine Music Festival at Saint Croix Vineyards on Saturday, July 17 from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Top local and regional artists will come together for an afternoon of music, food, wine and beer tastings and more - all benefitting art, music, sports and educational enrichment programs for kids and families who need a little extra support!

Set within the heart of the St. Croix River Valley, wine and music lovers will be treated to wine, blues and soul music in the picturesque surroundings of this lush award winning Minnesota vineyard.

Rock the Cause will celebrate the legacy of American Soul & Rhythm & Blues featuring Alison Scott, The 4onthefloor, Cadillac Kolstad & Corn Bread Harris, The Midnight Mo Experience and The RTC All Stars!

St Croix Vineyards has generously agreed to donate 50% of all wine by the glass sales the day of the event, and 80% of proceeds will benefit Youth Advantage. Youth Advantage's mission is to ensure that financially-challenged children have access to musical instruments, sports equipment, and after school art, and educational programs.


Where: Saint Croix Vineyards, 6428 Manning Avenue (HWY 36 & Manning Avenue) Stillwater, MN

When: Saturday July 17, 2010. Live music 11:30 AM to 5 PM.

What: Rock the Cause Presents Rock the Vine, A Celebration of Blues and Soul Music by Alison Scott, The 4onthefloor, Cadillac Kolstad & Corn Bread Harris, The Midnight Mo Experience and The RTC All Stars!


Cost: $15 Advance $20 Day of Show, $75 Wine and Music Enthusiasts VIP available all tickets include complimentary samplings in the tasting room! Tickets available on line at www.irockthecause.org

About Youth Advantage

Youth Advantage aims to provide access to arts, athletics and educational-enrichment experiences for children of financially-challenged parents or guardians who reside in District #834 boundaries. Youth Advantage recognizes that giving children these opportunities puts young people on a path to success. Learn more at www.youthadvantage.org



About Rock the Cause

Rock the Cause is an award winning Minnesota 501(c)(3) non-profit that empowers people through music, community and awareness. The organization’s mission is to partner with other non-profits to create the next generation of giving through the power of music and community. Learn more at www.irockthecause.org.



About Saint Croix Vineyards

Founded in 1992, Saint Croix Vineyards has grown to be one of Minnesota’s finest and best known wineries. Owners Paul Quast, Peter Hemstad, and Chris Aamodt invite you to stop out, sample our wines, and take a stroll through our picturesque vineyards. You are welcome to pack a picnic lunch and enjoy it at our picnic tables overlooking a quiet pond.

Our award winning wines range from the dark, intense, oak aged Frontenac to semi sweet La Crescent reminiscent of a fine German Riesling. During your visit be sure to try our Raspberry Infusion which the Minneapolis Star Tribune called “a decadent dessert wine that begs to be served with chocolate.”
Learn more at www.scvwines.com