The newly -formed group, Family and Friends of Reece Morgan, invite you to join in their effort to keep Reece Morgan's legacy alive in the Quad Cities. Reece was a man who possessed what seemed to be tireless energy which he generously shared with hundreds of youth in the Quad Cities. Reece mentored youth about the importance of respecting others, of embracing education and most importantly, about dreaming big. Sadly, Reece died unexpectedly of natural causes in October of 2009, leaving a significant void in the QC community. Reece never met a child he didn't believe had great potential and he was always looking for ways to open their eyes to new and exciting possibilities.
The Family and Friends of Reece Morgan are mobilizing to keep Reece's good work moving forward. They will be joining forces with QC United, a local non-profit organization, to support The Dreams Come True Trip to Washington DC scheduled July 11th, 2010. This trip will provide 40 underserved students from the Iowa and Illinois Quad Cities a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the many learning opportunities that are awaiting them in our Capital.
As part of this effort, the Friends and Family of Reece Morgan are excited to be part of the Ray Blue Concert...A Tribute to Ray Charles, which is a fundraiser for the Dreams Come True Trip. This concert will be in Reece Morgan's honor and the proceeds from this event will support the Dreams Come True Trip to Washington DC.
Cliff Hinton, one of Reece's close friends, said it best: "I can see Reece now, grinning from ear to ear, saying, 'That's what I'm talking about!'"
The public is invited to join the Friends and Family of Reece Morgan at the Ray Blue Concert...A Tribute to Ray Charles. Come and be part of the effort to keep Reece's passion for our youth, alive and kick'n in the QC.
The Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center and the Isle Casino Hotel Bettendorf are sponsors of this event.
The Ray Blue Concert...A Tribute to Ray Charles
- When: Saturday, February 27th, 8pm (doors open at 7pm)
- Where: Quad-Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State St. Bettendorf
- Tickets: Available at all local Hy-Vee stores
- Available at all local Co-op Record Stores
- Available online at: www.qcunited.org
- Cost: $20 in advance, $30 at the door.
- VIP Tickets- $50 (provides seating at an eight-person table with complimentary champagne)
For more information contact Kim at 563-349-1870 or Mike at 563-505-0269
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