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ROC ROYAL INC Releases Our 2025 Annual Impact Report

Celebrating a Year of Growth, Impact, and Community

Every year tells a story, and our 2025 Annual Impact Report captures one of growth, resilience, and meaningful change. This report highlights the accomplishments made possible through the dedication of our staff, volunteers, partners, funders, and the families we proudly serve.

Inside, you will discover how ROC ROYAL INC empowered more than 400 youth, engaged 5,989 community event attendees, strengthened family partnerships, and continued creating safe spaces where children can dream, grow, and thrive.

View the Full 2025 Impact Report

Turning Pain into Passion: Khadija Yawn

As we celebrate Black History Month, Rochester Woman Online is honored to feature an extraordinary woman whose resilience, passion, and dedication have left an indelible mark on the Rochester community.

Roc Royal empowers Rochester youth through 585 Dream

When tragedy struck Khadija Yawn‘s family in 2010, she turned heartbreak into hope for an entire community.

GALLERY: Roc Royal Foundation's 11th Annual Holiday Toy Giveaway

Roc Royal Foundation and its partners held the 11th Annual Holiday Toy Giveaway on Saturday, Dec. 21, 2024

Roc Royal Foundation holds 11th annual Toy Giveaway

The Roc Royal Foundation is preparing for the 11th Holiday Giveback Toy Giveaway.

Roc Royal Foundation supports students with 12th annual Back 2 School Fair

The ROC Royal Foundation, in partnership with Rise Up Rochester, hosted its 12th annual ‘Back 2 School’ Giveaway & Health Fair on Saturday.

Youth summer camp wraps up in Rochester

Kids in Rochester had the chance to soak up the sun for some summer fun Friday. Friday marked the last day of a youth summer camp, called Roc Royal 585 Dream Camp.

Officials say a new festival series will bring people back to downtown Rochester

Organizers Jenna Knauf with Bella Events Group and Khadija Yawn with ROC Royal speak about the Downtown Definitely events they're co-producing.

Roc Royal Foundation holds its 12th Annual Holiday Giveback Toy Giveaway

The event welcomed around 700 pre-registered children who received holiday gifts, enjoyed breakfast, and took pictures with Santa Claus.

Peace walk calls for end to violence

Roc Royal Entertainment and Kenady Entertainment planned the event free of charge in partnership with city recreation centers.

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