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Mary Rohrscheib Teaching Scholarship

Empowering the next generation of educators.

Our annual teaching scholarship was created in memory of Mary Rohrscheib, Onward’s founder, Josh Rohrscheib’s grandmother. Mary was a devoted teacher who impacted many young lives. The $1,000 scholarship is offered annually to celebrate and encourage the next generation of great teachers Learn more

Coats for Kids

Ensuring a warm winter for kids in need.

This initiative provides free coats to children throughout the community who are in need. For our first year, we were able to donate over 220 coats to kids in Bloomington and surrounding areas. We look forward to expanding this initiative in future years. If you’d like to share other organizations in need of coats, please contact us. Learn more

Backpack Blitz

Providing Students with Supplies for a Successful School Year

The Backpack Blitz program provides free backpacks filled with high-quality school supplies to children in the local community. In our first year, we were able to distribute over 150 backpacks to kids at Bent Elementary. We’re excited to continue growing this program in the coming years. If you know of any organizations in need of school supplies, please reach out to us. Learn more

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Bicycle Helmet Giveaway

Promoting safety and fun for our community's kids.

We partnered with West Bloomington Revitalization Preojct to provide free bicycle helmets to local children. Our team, including avid cyclist Kelly and Carly Davis from Bloomington Cycle, enjoyed teaching kids how to properly fit and adjust their helmets. This event was a joyful celebration of safety and community spirit, and we look forward to making it an annual tradition. Learn more

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library

Making books accessible to all children.

Our community's children are our future, and we want to help them succeed. That's why we became a founding donor to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library through Women United and the United Way of McLean County. This program provides free books to children from birth to age five, promoting early childhood literacy and a love of reading. Learn more

Sullivan Rohrscheib Imagination Theatre

Turning tragic loss into a lasting legacy.

Sullivan was born June 30, 2020, with a serious heart defect. He passed away shortly after birth, spending nearly his entire life in the loving arms of his parents, Josh and Ciarra. With support from family and friends, Josh and Ciarra funded a new outdoor education theater at Miller Park Zoo in Bloomington, in memory of Sullivan. Learn more

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Pet Central Helps Animal Rescue

Supporting our favorite furry friends.

Pet Central Helps is a rockstar in the community, tirelessly rescuing and improving the lives of countless animals. They provide medical care, nourishment, and find loving forever homes for their rescued pets. We wanted to extend our gratitude for the incredible work they do by making a donation to help them continue their mission of saving furry friends in need. Learn more

Teacher Appreciation

Thanking those who are building our future.

Our local teachers go above and beyond every day, making huge impacts in the lives of our future generations. We wanted to show them some love by dropping off five $100 dollar gift cards to Sheridan and Bent Elementary Schools for the teachers to use on supplies for their classroom. Learn more

Additional Sponsorships

  • Argenta-Oreana Youth League
  • Bloomington Cycle & Fitness Race Team
  • Jr. Dawgs Baseball and Softball Association
  • Neighborhood Care Center
  • The Bistro Pride Fest
  • Metcalf Montage
  • Real Men Wear Pink / Strike Out Cancer
  • Normal West High School Girls Track Team
  • Oakdale Olympic Fest
  • Bloomington Kids Run for Fun
  • Wishbone Canine Rescue Wags & Wishes

Social Media Giveaways

  • Doona Baby Car Seat and Travel Stroller
  • My Medic First Aid Kit
  • Polar Express Deluxe Table
  • Illinois vs. Northwestern Basketball Tickets
  • FitBit Charge 6 Fitness Tracker
  • HJC i10 Strix Motorcycle Helmet