March 26, 2023 Newsletter
Hello NMRC!
We continue to make progress on our season plans. Fundraising has taken our attention because it is vital to getting the equipment we need at both Glen Lake and Lake Leelanau. We have located some nice boats we are interested in. We have been busy applying for local grants to help us in this endeavor. It is going to take the entire club working together to make it happen.
Member recruitment is another point of focus for us. Our social coming up on April 12th is a great way to expand our community and share the joy of rowing. Please join us and bring a friend.
Spread the word! We are looking for additional coaches, coxswains and launch drivers for this season.
2023 Member Programs:
Adult Membership- $500. Unlimited rowing
Complete details for the 2023 season membership are available on our website at https://www.northernmichiganrowing.club/membership
Young Adult Membership- $250. For rowers ages 16-24, we have a reduced rate for membership which is half the cost of our regular membership.
Family Add-On Membership- $250. This option is for additional family members in the household who already have a full-paid membership.
Hardship Rate- Part of our mission is to make rowing accessible to all. If NMRC membership offerings are inaccessible to you due to financial, travel, or other unique circumstances, please fill out our short application at https://www.northernmichiganrowing.club/hardship-rate-application
The board will review hardship applications at our monthly board meetings. There are a limited number of reduced rates available each season. All hardship applications will be kept confidential.
2023 Feel the Run Fundraiser- $30,000 Goal
Current total raised: $1,150
We appreciate the incoming donations! We have several ways to meet our fundraising goal of $30,000 this year. Last year we were able to exceed this goal with the help of every member and donor. This year we are asking every member to commit to getting $1000 in donations. This year we need to add to our fleet to fulfill the needs of the club and its members. Now it’s time to Feel the Run.
If you are in a financial position to support NMRC with a donation today, please click the button below. We thank you for considering this.
Business Sponsorships:
Our new & improved business sponsorship program is outlined on our website under the Support NMRC tab at: https://www.northernmichiganrowing.club/business-sponsorship
Please reach out to any businesses that you think might be interested in sponsorships!
Corporate Rowing Program:
Great for team building, as a staff benefit, or as a fitness challenge for your company. Details at https://www.northernmichiganrowing.club/corporate-rowing
Summary Upcoming Dates:
April 12th NMRC Social, 6-8 pm at Solon Township Hall
June 3rd National Learn to Row Day- We will plan a Free Learn to Row event for this weekend.
July 20-23 for US Rowing Masters Nationals in Indianapolis. Let's show our NMRC colors! More info to come.