Who We Are
Von Hawks Rising (VHR) is a 501c(3) rock cover band that monetarily supports families of children impacted by extreme illness or traumatic experiences. VHR was created in the fall of 2020, during the pandemic. VHR’s vision and mission were founded by local musicians who wanted to do more with their talents than just entertain. Von Hawks Rising has grown into a large, collaborative organization of volunteers dedicated to the mission of bringing “Hope Beyond the Sound.” Our organization is 100% volunteer driven and many of our support services are donated. Web design, graphics, printing, social media are all donated by businesses and individuals who believe in our mission. With very low operating costs, no office rent, and no paid staff or administrative costs you can be assured each dollar raised has the maximum impact to our VHR Kids!
Why Choose VHR?
Funding
We raise money through paid show performances, merchandise sales, generous monetary donations, and sponsors. Click here to see our Donation & Sponsorship levels.
Future Goals
Reach $125,000 In Total Assistance To VHR Kids
Expand Reach Across Oklahoma
Apply For Grants
Enhanced Experiences For VHR Kids
Meet Our Board
Allen Gates - President
Vice President/Commercial Loan Officer - Legacy Bank - Duncan, OK
Owner – Gates Roofing - Duncan, OK
Stephanie Gates - Vide President
Operations Manager – Gates Roofing - Duncan, OK
Karren Marsh - Treasurer
Retired Sr. Finance Manager – Halliburton Energy – Duncan, OK
Calvin Kirkland - Secretary
General Manager – Avenue C Glass – Oklahoma City, OK
Buddy Honaker
Clinic Practice Manager – DRH Health – Duncan, OK
Delaine Parker
Owner - Delaine Parker Shelter Insurance Agency – Duncan, OK
How We Make A Differance
The Harrel Family
$8000
The Murillo Family
$7,500
The Stephens Family
$7,500
The Tookes Family
$2,000
The Strutton Family
$6,500
The Jones Family
$8,000
The Campbell Family
$6,000
The Wiles Family
$7,500
The Cann Family
$7,500
The Smith Family
$7,500
The Reeves Family
$8,000
The DeCarlo Family
$9,000
The Dick Family
$8,000Amplify Sponsors
These incredible sponsors provide valuable matching funds for the money we raise.
