YLS will host the Community Rock Star Celebration on March 16th, 2010 at the House of Blues Chicago. This event is the culmination of community members submitting nominations for and descriptions of actions/individuals who other’s feel truely exemplify the “Live United” mantra. Nominees will be recognized throughout the event as Community Rock Stars.
When I first heard about the nomination process and upcoming event, I was compelled to ask the question, “What is a Community Rock Star?” The conclusion that I reached was simply that to me a Community Rock Star is someone who demonstrates through their consistent and persistent actions that volunteerism and philanthropy are at the forefront of their list of priorities rather than an afterthought or an “if I have time” or an “if I need a resume booster” affair. A Community Rock Star enthusiastically engages with communities in need – regardless of their personal differences or the varying degrees between their stages in life. Furthermore, a Community Rock Star vehemently and shamelessly recruits anyone who will listen to get on board – if not for their particular cause than for another where the need is also great. Individuals meeting these criteria are who I expect to see recognized on March 16th.
Given that a Community Rock Star may be something different for all of us, I am making this post one for YOU to take the reigns and share your definition and/or expectations of a Community Rock Star. Please post your definition as a comment to this post.
Excellent article and definition, Jasmine. To your definition I would also include that a Community Rock Star is someone who is passionate about helping others and the community. Someone who is genuinely concerned about improving lives and is selfless in their approach by not expecting a reward or anything in return for their good deed. Someone who pays it forward and helps others simply because they know it’s the right thing to do. Often times it’s the smallest act of kindness that has the most powerful impact on people’s lives.
That’s awesome, Joe! Thanks for sharing that definition. Each of the nominees demonstrated these qualities, and it was really wonderful to see. What a great event!