The Rock What You Got Fund is a 501c3 nonprofit that activates social change around the continued gender challenges within society. By combining education and entertainment, change is created through mentorship, community space, and outreach.
The Rock What You Got Fund is a 501c3 nonprofit that activates social change around the continued gender challenges within society. By combining education and entertainment, change is created through mentorship, community space, and outreach.
TRAINING & MENTORSHIP
SEE IT, LEARN IT, BE IT.

The problem? Women, non-binary, and BIPOC people are underrepresented the media & production industry.
The solution: Provide student’s with tools, training, and mentorship to help advance the footprint.
How it happens:
Student Training: We partner with local colleges on production projects to build student networking & experience.
Educator Training: Rock What You Got™ staff helps educators with limited resources close gaps in their media/production curriculum to set underrepresented students up for success.
COMMUNITY SPACE
WE ARE STRONGER TOGETHER.
The problem? A lack of unity between gender equity organizations limits Minnesota’s ability to move the needle for gender equity.
The solution: Facilitation of common goals and shared resources will maximize community impact.
How it happens: Fostering a place for community and connection, Rockstoria Studios is a place to unite and create shared goals. Reduced nonprofit and education rental rates are offered to support affordability. The space is also donated year-round to support others on their impact journey.

MNIVA (Minnesota Independent Venue Alliance) meets at Rockstoria Studios to rally around the Save MN Stages initiative
OUTREACH
WHAT?! I DIDN’T KNOW THAT WAS A THING…
The problem? An array of gender gap challenges live within the shadows of society.
The solution: Shine light on gender gap challenges through awareness and community education. Do it in person. Further that with digital reach. Make it accessible.
How it happens:
Live Shows (in-person outreach)
The Pay Gap Comedy Series makes moves showing up at venues around the Twin Cities. These live shows clap back at the gaps in society to influence social change with audience engagement. Women produce and populate the show lineup. That’s rare – did you know it?
The given name ‘Pay Gap’ nods at women earning 82% of what men do, but the series makes room to spread awareness about connecting topics. Be it technology, education, or economy, closing a gap becomes critical to alleviate resource hardship for families, especially women.
Podcast (digital outreach)
The ‘We’re Gonna Talk About It’ Podcast educates listeners on focus topics surrounding society gaps from the comfort of home.
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Proceeds support driving gender equity.
GIVING & THANKS
You can drive social change for gender equity in the Twin Cities. Choose a support style that fits best: Your donation powers the student mentorship and outreach programs. Sponsor a Pay Gap show to shine light on gaps in society. Or give your time by becoming part of the volunteer impact team. Thank you for making a move to further gender equity.
Your donation to support gender equity is tax-deductible.
Tax ID : 92-0689657
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RWYG Board
Board Chair
Buffie Blesi
Rock What You Got™
Board Member
Jearlyn Steele
Twin Cities PBS | CBS Radio
Moore Creative Talent
Board Member
Miss Shannan Paul
Twin Cities Film Fest
Board Member
Marcy McHenry
Midpointe Event Center
Board Member
Patty Krieger
Netrix Information Technologies, Inc.