Our 6th Annual School Supply Drive at Monkey's Uncle on August 3 was a great SUCCESS. This wouldn't have been possible without you and we would like to give thanks to those who came out and supported us. Because of you our kids will have the proper tools for school. We raised over $2,000 and collected lots of school supplies. A great big shout out and thanks to Carter and Brian of Monkey's Uncle for their continous and generous support. Special thanks to our MC Vicki Bost-Hollingsworth. Thank you also to our corporate donors. Our heartfelt thanks goes out to each and everyone of you for making this event so special.
This past Wednesday, May 24, 2023, at Fletcher High School we had the privilege of presenting scholarships to two very deserving seniors in memory and honor of my mentor, coach, and good friend, Officer Eddie Bounds. These scholarships were presented to Dacie Watterson and Hannah Christian for their Outstanding Academic Performance in Education and Leadership and for exhibiting the characteristics of Officer Bounds, who was a great man measured by his deeds to help, assist, befriend, mentor, and coach everyone.
Congratulations Dacie and Hannah and best wishes in your future endeavors.
We would like to thank everyone who contributed to our 2nd Annual Scholarship Drive and for your support.
It is our hope to continue this tradition to honor Officer Bounds for many years to come.
Our heartfelt thanks.
1st Prize-A 2 night stay at One Ocean+
2nd Prize-LG 32" Smart TV
3rd Prize-Amazon HD Tablet 8
Winners were announced on Saturday March 18, 2023.
Our hearts are full and our goal was reached, in fact, we exceeded our goal. Your support and kindness in giving to our 2nd Annual Scholarship Drive in honor of the late Officer Eddie Bounds was a tremendous success. Because of you, we raised over $4,000 and we are now able to present 2 scholarships to 2 deserving Seniors at Duncan
Our hearts are full and our goal was reached, in fact, we exceeded our goal. Your support and kindness in giving to our 2nd Annual Scholarship Drive in honor of the late Officer Eddie Bounds was a tremendous success. Because of you, we raised over $4,000 and we are now able to present 2 scholarships to 2 deserving Seniors at Duncan U. Fletcher High School. A huge shout out to our corporate donors and a very special thanks to Monkey's Uncle Tavern for sponsoring this event and to our amazing announcer and promoter Vicki Bost Hollingsworth. Our heartfelt thanks to each and everyone of you. The James Russell Fund
On December 7, 2022 at Monkey's Uncle Tavern we had our 5th Annual Holiday Toy Drive. What an incredible evening it was. The fundraiser was a tremendous success. Thank you to everyone who came out and supported our Toy Drive. Because of you, we raised a little over $3400 and collected 4 large boxes of toys. You will be putting smiles on a lot of children's faces on Christmas morning. A special shout out and thank you to Monkey's Uncle Tavern for sponsoring our event and special thanks and kudos to our fabulous Emcee and Announcer Vicke Bost Hollingsworth. Our heartfelt thanks.
Together We Can Make a Difference!
2022-TOY DRIVE JRF Brochure-Website (pdf)
DownloadJames Russell Fund had the honor and privilege to present the Children's Home Society with 24 backpacks filled with school supplies, 4 large boxes of school supplies, 3 boxes of notebook binders and last but not least, a check in the amount of $1,200 to restock their class resources. This would not have been possible without everyone's support. We cannot thank you enough for your donations and participation in this year's School Drive.
MDM COMMERCIAL HAS GENEROUSLY DONATED 5, YES WE SAID 5, 32" LG SMART TVs TO HELP US CONTINUE TO GIVE BACK TO OUR COMMUNITY WHICH WILL BENEFIT OUR SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM, SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE, AND HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE
On June 10, 2022, we will begin selling tickets for one (1) of the TVs. Only 25 tickets will be sold at $20 a piece so buy two and double your chances. Winners will be announced on Sunday, July 31, 2022. This would make a great gift for a college student.
Another special raffle will begin after our Holiday Toy Drive in December.
One (1) TV will be raffled off at our silent auction at our upcoming School Supply Drive on August 3, 2022.
Two (2) TVs will be raffled off at our silent auction at our Holiday Toy Drive in December 2022
We cannot thank MDM Commercial and their family enough for their kindness and support to help us continue to give back to the community.
This past Thursday, May 19, 2022, we had the privilege of presenting a $2500 Scholarship to Megan Barts, a senior, at Duncan U. Fletcher High School in honor of the late Officer Eddie Bounds, who was my coach and mentor. This Scholarship was awarded to Megan for her Outstanding Academic Performance in Education and Leadership and exhibits the characteristics of Officer Bounds, who was a great man measured by his deeds to help, assist, befriend, mentor, and coach everyone.
Congratulations Megan and best wishes in your future endeavors.
We would like to thank everyone who contributed to this scholarship through our fundraisers and your support.
It is our hope to make this a tradition and continue to honor Officer Bounds for many years to come.
FOR ITS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM, SCHOOL SUPPLY DRIVE, HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE AND ACCESS FOR ALL DISABILITY RAMP
FOR DONATING 2 FABULOUS CERTIFICATES FOR A 2 NIGHT DELUXE ROOM, COMPLIMENTARY BREAKFAST FOR 2, VALET PARKING AND RESORT FEE A VALUE OF OVER $500 (Blackout dates apply)
Thank you everyone who participated in our Special Raffle for a chance to win a stay at the beautiful One Ocean Resort & Spa in Atlantic Beach. The drawing was held this evening on Facebook Live and congratulations to our winners, Steve Letro and Joe Proctor. To all who entered and bought tickets, we cannot thank you enough and a very special thank you to One Ocean for donating these exclusive certificates for a deluxe two-night stay with an ocean view, complimentary breakfast for 2, with resort fee and valet parking. Because of you we raised $2300 which will go back to those in need in the Northeast Florida Community. Your support is greatly appreciated. Our heartfelt thanks.
4th Annual Holiday Toy Drive Update.
Thank you to everyone who came out and participated in our Toy Drive on Wednesday evening at Monkey's Uncle in Jax Beach. It was a lot of fun and a great success. In addition to a number of toys donated, we raised over $2500 for the children of Northeast Florida. Because of your generosity, a smile will be brought to many children's faces this holiday season. Thank you to our corporate donors and a special shout out to Monkey's Uncle Tavern for sponsoring this event and kudos to Pedal Pub of Jacksonville for their great idea of donating over 20 pairs of cool shoes. Thank you to all of you for your support. Together We Can Make a Difference!.
Scholarship is being offered in honor of the late
Officer Eddie Bounds (Friend and Mentor to All)
Thank you everyone who participated in our Scholarship Fund Drive. Because of you and generous donations we will be able to grant a $2500 scholarship to a Fletcher High School Senior in honor of the late Officer Eddie Bounds, who was my coach, mentor and friend. Your support is greatly appreciated. Our heartfelt thanks.
Thank you for being a part of something good!
We also sold Police American Flag Bracelets for $2 and Police Blue Line Heart Stickers for $1.
The drawing was held on December 1, 2021 at 8:00 p.m.
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The winners were Joe Wallis and Bill Shields.
Congratulations to both and thank you for again for making this happen.