WHAT: Ralphstock is a one-day event hosted by generous local musicians who donate their time and talents to perform on stage in remembrance and celebration. With their help we bring awareness of this disease to the community and raise funds to benefit research, cancer patients, and the youth of the community.
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HOW: Ralphstock has need for both corporate and individual sponsorship to offset costs. Individuals can help by donation and volunteering time and talents in various ways. And, of course, donations are accepted year round. Donations in the form of money, products, and services help us achieve our goals.
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DISTRIBUTION OF FUNDS: Donations are tax deductible. Ralphstock Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit corporation that distributes 100% of its donations to the following organizations:
1. York Cancer Center Patient Help Fund: Helps meet the financial needs of patients and families undergoing treatment at the York Cancer Center.
2. Melanoma Research Foundation: A nonprofit foundation working to find a cure for this often-fatal disease.
3. Dallastown Area Dollars for Scholars: Provides an annual scholarship to a high school graduate pursuing a career in music. Funds are donated to the scholarship in memory of Ralph W. Weyant, Jr.
WHEN: Ralphstock is held annually in the fall and is a day of music, food, and fun for all.
WHO: Ralphstock Inc. is a 501 (c) nonprofit corporation created in loving memory of Ralph W. Weyant, Jr. Ralph was our son, brother, and friend who lost his life to malignant melanoma. Ralph was a musician both blessed and known for his lyrics, composition, vocals, and especially his talent on the bass. He was a true friend with a beautiful soul and is loved and missed by all. Friends who helped Ralph during his battle with cancer started Ralphstock and it’s those friends who celebrate his life by assisting others with their financial struggles while battling cancer and bringing awareness to the community about malignant melanoma.
Songs posted on this profile are from Ralph's recordings with 2 of his bands - Cotton and Mud Brothers. Enjoy!
I will always remember Ralph....He was a super decent human being and he is an eternal spirit of brotherhood...Ralph always gave me the time of day when he saw me...no matter what...I'm so glad so many people still honor Ralph's memory and legacy......and heaven has one hell of a bass player !
Top 10 Reasons why you need to got to Ralphstock Sunday 9/27/08 2-10pm
10. What else would you do all day? Lay on the couch? Why not extend the weekend to see some of Central PA's LOCAL Bands!!! 9. The weather should be good they will have the mini golf open! 8. If you have kids not only could they do mini golf but there will be a bounce house! 7. $5.00 for kids with a meal and activities included NO NEED FOR A SITTER!! 6. Spending your disposable income getting great music and helping benefit the York Cancer Center Patient Help Fund, Dallastown Dollars for Scholars Ralph W. Weyant Jr. Memorial Scholarship, and the Melanoma Research Foundation. HECK doesn't that just make you feel good!!!! 5. What can I say? One Misses Hippie Ed VanWicklen Green Shoes Kirk Folk Love Haters Groove Jones Amanda Perko Hexbelt Mark DeRose Band How could you go wrong with that lineup???? 4. Located at one of the area's nicest resort Heritage Hills! 3. For Ralph or anyone you know who has battled or still battles with cancer everyday. 2. Don't forget that bounce house!! Yehaaaaa!!!!!!!!! 1. For yourself!!!
Hey Folks. This years event will have childrens' events from 2-6. The childrens' ticket price of $5 will include a meal choice, a round of miniature golf, and the bounce house. There will be volunteer chaperones available to supervise children while they golf so parents can enjoy the show.
I feel privileged to be on the Ralphstock friends list, and blessed for knowing Ralph personally. Let us carry on his name and support a very good cause! Love and light.. ~Erin
