2025 Fundraiser
April 26, 2025 - Shawnee Farms Barn
Our Wish Came True, Thanks to YOU!
Thank you to everyone who packed Shawnee Farms Estate Barn on Saturday night for our Wish Upon a Star fundraiser!
Your incredible support helped us surpass our goals to combat poverty and its effects on the children of Page County.
We’re so grateful for our longtime supporters and thrilled to welcome new ones.
If you couldn’t attend, watch our video to see our mission in action and please consider making a tax-deductible donation to help us make more wishes come true!
Celebrate and support the profound impact of The REC on our children and community
Shawnee Farms Barn
2816 Old Forge Road
Luray, VA 22835
Dinner catered by
Jazz Guitarist, Rodney Jones.
Rodney Jones, a revolutionary force in the realm of jazz guitar, redefines tradition with a fearless innovation that echoes the pioneering spirit of John Coltrane and McCoy Tyner.
Born into a world pulsating with the rhythms of New Haven, Connecticut, in 1956, Jones’s journey is a testament to the transformative power of music.
Keyboardist – Will Boulware
Will Boulware is a celebrated musician whose career spans jazz and contemporary styles.
His compositions have been recorded by iconic artists B.B. King, Marvin Stamm, Scott Henderson, and Paul Davis.
Drummer – Conner Parks
Connor Parks is from Orlando, FL, where he began studying drums & percussion with Beth and Danny Gottlieb.
He performed often in the Jazz and Improvised Music community, being mentored by local hero Benoit Glazer. Connor received a BFA in Jazz Studies from the New School for Jazz & Contemporary Music in New York City.
A Very Special Thank You to Our Donors & Sponsors
Eleanor Ames
Clyde Humphrey
Brian White & Family
Luray Caverns
Shawnee Farms Estate
Gary and Suzanne Grant
Krug Family and Friends
Miles and Victoria Morimoto
Sam and Lisa Nilson
Lori Painter
Silent Auction Donations
Broad Porch Coffee Company
Gary Grant
Alan W. and Valerie Harris
Irene and Mike Kane
Krug Family & Friends
Linda Macaire
Miles Morimoto
Benton Shenk
Virginia Gift Shop
Kathleen White & Tom Dawson
Would you like to join our Sponsors for this worthy mission at one of the levels listed below?
Contact Lori Painter (703-201-7390) or Candi Krug (240-498-0652)
Level 1 – $500+
Monetary donation only
Recognition on website and any marketing materials
Recognition on REC’s “Tree of Thanks”
Recognition in event program
Level 2 – $1,500
Reserved table for 8
Recognition on website and any marketing materials
Recognition on REC’s “Tree of Thanks” (name on leaf)
Recognition in event program
Reserved table (premium seating location)
Free bar drinks
Signage on dining table with name/company name
Level 3 – $1,500+
Monetary donation only
Recognition on website and any marketing materials
Recognition on engraved star plaque to be placed above the REC’s “Tree of Thanks”
Recognition in event program
Our youth attending The REC gain educational growth, mentorship, and life skills providing them the opportunity to reach for the stars!
The REC
630 West Main Street
PO Box 603
Luray, VA 22835
A 501c3 Non-profit Organization
