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Rotary Club of Front Royal establishes Brody Michael Youth Athletic Fund
Brody Alexander Michael, Feb. 16, 2006 – Oct. 19, 2020 – Courtesy Photo/FR Rotary
The Rotary Club of Front Royal has announced the establishment of the “Brody Michael Youth Athletic Fund”. Brody was a Skyline High School freshman, Interact Club member, and traveling basketball player with the Royal Fury when he unexpectedly passed away on October 19, 2020. He is the son of Rotarian Cory Michael and his wife Kristie. This fund will help continue his passion for sports (especially basketball) in our community.
Fund proceeds will be used to help underwrite the costs of Warren County-based youth recreational and travel athletic programs for kids who would otherwise not be able to participate. Warren County-based recreational and travel athletic boards will be able to apply for a matching grant to underwrite the registration and other costs (travel, equipment, uniforms, etc.) for kids who cannot afford the cost of participation.
The scholarship fund will be established through the Community Foundation of the Northern Shenandoah Valley. According to immediate Past Club President Bret Hrbek, “This is an excellent way for individuals and businesses to remember Brody and support his passion for athletics by giving other children in the community the opportunity to participate.”
Anyone wishing to make a tax-deductible donation should mail donations to Rotary Club of Front Royal, c/o Brody Michael Athletic Fund, P.O. Box 85 Front Royal, Virginia, 22630, or use this link and use the drop down “Brody Michael Youth Athletic Fund”.
(From a release by the Rotary Club of Front Royal)
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