News  One of the realities of what we do, is that, it takes money and in-kind donations and services to keep BeattiesFordRoad.org operating for our youth.

We are a 501(c) (3) organization and donations are tax deductible.

Option 1-
Please make all donations payable to:
Newleaf /BFR                                 
2133 Holly Street
Charlotte, NC 28216                       

We need computers (Laptops), and electronic equipment for the use of our Program events.  Items can be picked-up by our staff, in the Charlotte area. Please use our contact us page for any questions.                                            
                                                                              

Option 2 - Paypal (Click the donate button)

CIAA 2011
The CIAA basketball tournament brings hundreds of parties, concerts, and other special events to town in addition to exciting hoops action. Check out the complete entertainment, events and parties scheduled for the week and weekend in Charlotte.

2011 CIAA Toyota Fan ExperienceFREE to the public
Charlotte Convention Center – Halls A & B

Tentative Schedule of Events

Thursday, March 3, 2011
Doors open from 5pm – 10pm
8:00pm: National Recording Artist Performance – Main Stage

Friday, March 4, 2011
Lowe’s DayDoors open from 5:30am – 10am; Re-open from 5pm – 10pm
6:00am: Yolanda Adams Morning Show Live Broadcast presented by Lowe’s
8:00pm: National Recording Artist Performance – Miller Lite Main Stage

Saturday, March 5, 2011Doors open from 12pm – 8pm
8:00pm: National Recording Artist Performance – Miller Lite Main Stage

EVENTS BEING ADDED DAILY – CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR UPDATES!

Open All Day, Each Day:
Toyota Green Initiative Interactive Display
Verizon Wireless Center Belk Fashion Shows
Food Lion Sampling
Lowe’s Build and Grow Area
McDonald’s McCafe
Miller Lite Lounge
Nationwide Insurance Studio and Gaming ZoneSoftSheen-Carson Magic Shave Barber Shop
Time Warner Cable Hi-Def Lounge
Local Business Vendor Booths
Center Court

 

Whats's Going On?

We are doing some great and amazing things here at Beatties Ford Road Youth Media program. Just tuesday we teamed up with the Elite
Women Hair Studio. Elite Hair provided free hair washing and styling for homeless women in the charlotte area. Scott photography, JW Studios
got in on the action and a photoshoot for the women. Justin, Ceo of JW says, " It touch my heart to see these women hair transform into beautiful and healthy styles." See pictures and video at VIDEO and PICTURES link.
               Posted by JW Studios














 

Social Networking

Follow BeattiesFordRoad.Org youth organization, on Twitter and Facebook

          

Opportunities

Educational Prep Stars is an organization to help students find the right college institution. Research funding resource and assitance with the FASFA. Scholastic Aptitude Test preparation workshops/tutoring.  Click to view more information.
Athletes wanting to be Recruited by College Scouts click here, to began uploading your stats. 






 

Kids Corner

http://www.beattiesfordroad.org/kidscorner.html







 

Black History Facts


Nathaniel Alexander was the first to patent the folding chair. His invention was designed to be used in schools, churches and at large social gatherings

C.B. Brooks invented the street sweeper in 1896. It was a truck equipped with brooms.


In 1897, African-American inventor Alfred Cralle patented the first ice cream scoop. His original design remains in wide use, even today.


Lonnie G. Johnson, an engineer who performed spacecraft system design for NASA, invented the Super Soaker water gun—the number one selling toy in America in 1991.

African-American inventor Garrett Augustus Morgan created the gas mask—then became renowned for using his mask to save workers trapped in a toxic fume-filled tunnel.









 

Vids and Pictures





Photography by Scott photos and JW

Elite Women Hair Studio Homeless women free styling day.