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There are many angels out there who are joining forces with Elevate Hope Foundation to raise awareness and funds to further its mission to assist victims of child abuse and neglect. Joe Grubb is such an angel. He has created Hike For Hope, committing to hike the entire 2,178 mile long Appalachian Trail! 
He began his hike in March 2010 in Georgia and will end in Maine. Please visit his blog to track his project and for more information on the many ways you can support and take part in this Hike For Hope!
- Contribute to Hike For Hope.
When making a donation to Hike For Hope, PLEASE include this in the "GIFT" information section of the donation form. - Follow Joe Grubb on Facebook
Hike For Hope will make an impact on so many lives, not only the children, but by each donor, hiker, and sponsors alike taking part in this monumental endeavor.
VISTA DEL MAR JAZZ FEST
On October 18, 2009 we were proud to co-chair the 1st Annual Vista Del Mar Jazzfest on the grounds of Vista. Pat Prescott of 94.7 the WAVE hosted a star studded event featuring The E Family with Sheila E., her dad Pete Escovedo, and brothers Juan and Peter Michael. Joining them was Grammy Award winning Dave Koz, Patrice Rushen, Ndugu Chancler, "Living Single's" TC Carson, Karen Briggs, and Sylvia Brooks. The audience was moved by a special performance by Vista's very own youth choir singing "Fly Like An Eagle".
Los Angeles and its surrounding communities came out to support this amazing facility that offers a range of social and psychological services that include psychiatric residential and day treatment, individual and family counseling, foster care and adoption, and their credited VIP Autism Program.
Elevate Hope Foundation (EHF) is proud to offer and sponsor two amazing programs in conjunction with Vista's Arts Enrichment. "Garage Band" 101 & 102, and Songwriter's Symposium was created especially for Vista residents and students to provide a more comprehensive arts experience.
In remodeling and refurbishing their music room, EHF created a state of the art ProTools recording studio and classroom for interested students and enthusiasts. Proceeds from the Jazzfest will support Vista's Arts Enrichment programs in which EHF is directly involved.
We would like to thank everyone who participated in the Dollar Campaign's launch. This campaign is not over so if you haven't participated, please give at least $1.00. Many have donated on behalf, or in the name of specific artists. See below. Thanks again as you can't imagine how far a little love and support will go!
- Sheila E. - $1,380
- Prince - $197
- Jack Coleman - $25
- Nicole Richie - $25
- Apollonia - $5
- Greg Grunberg - $3
- Erykah Badu - $1
- Indi Arie - $1
SONGWRITER'S SYMPOSIUM UPDATE
Elevate Hope Foundation was proud to conduct the first mentoring session with Arts Enrichment students for our H.I.P.P.'s (Hope's Initiative Pilot Program) Songwriter's Symposium at Vista Del Mar on June 14th, 2009.
Students were grouped with professional songwriters and performers for a 2 hour session. Each group focused on a particular genre of music. Students chose between Pop, Rock, R&B, and Gospel. At the end of the session, each group had composed a song inspired by their writings and experiences described in their journals and shared it with the entire class.
Mentors in attendance: entertainer, songwriter Lalah Hathaway; performing artist, guitarist Kat Dyson; gospel recording artist, composer Eric Dawkins; music director, artist, producer Peter Michael Escovedo; performer, songwriter Dominic Escovedo; and Sheila E. and Lynn Mabry from EHF facilitated the session.
Other composers have been provided journals from students for their review to begin writing additional compositions. This is sure to be an amazing CD once completed. New projected release Spring of 2010.
Watch Video of Sheila E. & Lynn Mabry introducing the Songwriter's Symposium to students from Vista Del Mar
(L to R) Peter Michael Escovedo, Lalah Hathaway, Dominic Escovedo, Lynn Mabry, Sheila E., Eric Dawkins, Kat Dyson
HEALING KIDS WITH MUSIC
CNN's Naamua Delaney talks with Sheila E. about bringing music and compassion to children who have been abused.
H.I.P.P.'S "SONGWRITERS SYMPOSIUM"
EHF introduced H.I.P.P.'s (Hope's Initiative Pilot Program) "Songwriters Symposium" as part of Vista Del Mar's Arts Enrichment Program last year. Forty-five junior high and high school students from Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services are participating in this program.
The Songwriters Symposium is designed to cultivate lyrical development of students by motivating each child to channel their personal life experiences into songs by journaling.
Compositions will be created from their collective work by professional songwriters. Recording artists and entertainers will volunteer their time and talents to record their compositions. Finally, a CD will be created for distribution as a fundraising tool.
H.I.P.P. will give disadvantaged children the opportunity to develop their creativity, improve their self-esteem and self-expression, incorporate critical thinking skills, and provide them the ability to cooperate with others which are vital to a successful life.
In cooperation with Vista Del Mar's Arts Enrichment program and its director, EHF has initiated and conducted classes, while creating a timetable for the students.
- Sept '08 - Feb '09: Student Journaling
- Mar - May '09: Creative Writing & Lyrical Interpretation with songwriters
- June - Oct '09: Professional Mentoring and Composition
- Nov - Dec '09: Holiday Break
- Jan - Feb '10: Mixing, Mastering
- Mar '10: Manufacturing
- Apr '10: Spring Release
Please join in the efforts to lead this program to its completion. EHF requires funding to produce recording sessions, CD manufacturing & distribution, as well as crucial music supplies.
Through your contribution you will give a child hope and the opportunity to participate in something they have never dreamed of. Thank you for your support.
Watch Video of Sheila E. & Lynn Mabry introducing the Songwriter's Symposium to students from Vista Del Mar
GRAMMY MUSEUM
Sheila E. was a celebrity docent for the Grammy Museum's grand opening ribbon cutting event on December 5, 2008. Approximately 400 children from the greater Los Angeles area had been invited to experience the museum, including a group of students from Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services.
Sheila E. interacting with children at the Grammy Museum's opening
ELEVATE HOPE SPONSORS VISTA DEL MAR MUSIC CENTER
Elevate Hope Foundation (EHF) sponsors Vista Del Mar's Arts Enrichment Program's Music Center. The music center was remodeled and refurbished with installed new computer workstations, recording equipment, software, and even new paint and curtains for the three rooms was donated by EHF. The three rooms have been designated for 1) Audio Instruction, 2) Live Instruction & Rehearsal, 3) Control Room for Recording & Pre and Post Production. Powered by Mac-Mini computers, the music workstations feature M Audio keyboards. Headphones have also been provided to allow private listening, while flat screen monitors display musical notation and software instruction. Additional instruments and study supplies will be provided to complete the curriculum requirements for the summer and fall classes.
The first course, "Garage Band 101", began in the summer of 2008 for 16 students who received recording instruction through the latest computer technology. This unique software powered by Macintosh computers was provided by EHF. To date the class has serviced over 50 students and a waiting list for the spring session is pending.
It's a reality because of people like you who have supported EHF. We hope that we can count on your continued support for future events and programs, as we work towards saving more lives through music and the arts. From the bottom of our hearts, we'd like to thank all the angels who have offered their support to see such a program come to fruition.
Vista's Audio and Live Instruction Room: Before & After
SKECHERS - NOTHING COMPARES TO FAMILY
The SKECHERS USA, Inc. "Nothing Compares To Family" promotion, slated to run through 2009, stars some of today's popular celebrity families and benefits children's charities with ads breaking in celebrity weekly magazines and other fashion and lifestyle glossies. Skechers plans to rotate a variety of different celebrity families throughout the campaign, featuring mothers and small children and adult celebrities with their sisters, brothers, parents and grandparents. At the heart of the campaign is Skechers' commitment to family. Each ad will be tagged with a charity of the celebrity's choice. Jack Coleman and his daughter Tess support The Elevate Hope Foundation.
VISTA DEL MAR SAYS "THANK YOU"
Elevate Hope Foundation received a very special thank you gift from one of the residents from Vista Del Mar Child & Family Services who was honored at the Bowling For The Arts Celebrity Games fundraiser.
The pink heart on a pedestal was created by 16 year old "Y", and personally signed by her, other honorees, and staff expressing their heartfelt thanks and excitement about attending the event, and the gifts of love and hope they received.
RAISE MONEY FOR ELEVATE HOPE FOUNDATION WHILE SHOPPING OR SEARCHING ONLINE
Would you be willing to support Elevate Hope Foundation (EHF) without spending any extra money? Would you mind if EHF earned money every time you searched the Internet, or a percentage of every purchase you made online went to support our cause? You can make this happen right now!
GoodSearch.com is a Yahoo-powered search engine that donates half its advertising revenue, about a penny per search, to the charities its users designate. Use it just as you would any search engine, receive quality search results from Yahoo, and the donations WILL add up!
GoodShop.com is an online shopping mall which donates up to 37% of each purchase to your favorite cause! Hundreds of great stores including Macy's, Target, Gap, Best Buy, eBay, and Barnes & Noble have teamed up with GoodShop and every time you shop online, you'll be supporting your favorite cause. Click through to your favorite store from the GoodShop site, you'll get the same great prices!
It's simple. Designate Elevate Hope Foundation as the charity you want to support and SHOP or SEARCH as you normally would. Make GoodSearch your homepage, add it to your bookmarks and email signature. Share this with your family and friends to help our foundation generate more contributions.
With your help, GoodSearch can generate donations, at no cost to you that will help EHF in their mission to provide music and the arts as therapy for victims of child abuse.
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