
The Rosalie, Joseph and River (RJR) Fund for Kidpower was established in 2013 to provide scholarships for children and families who cannot afford to pay for Kidpower programs.
This fund supports Kidpower’s important commitment to never turn away a child or family due to financial hardship.
The RJR Fund for Kidpower is named in honor of Rosalie (the stillborn daughter of Vicky Gregor and Connie Brachtenbach), Joseph (the stillborn son of Mike and Alison Gerbig) and River (the stillborn child of Cami Benge and Gloria Kulzer). These families have great hope that this fund will provide a conduit for “their little angels to be here for the children that Kidpower serves.” They are deeply committed to ensuring that the RJR fund will live into perpetuity honoring the memory of their children, Rosalie, Joseph, and River, while creating opportunities for children and their families to experience Kidpower’s mission in action.
If you would like to make a designated donation to the RJR Fund click here.

In memory of Owen Gerbig
Owen Gerbig, son of Alison and Mike Gerbig, passed away on July 9, 2025. He was 18 years old. Owen graduated in May from Community Prep School in D11. All of us at Kidpower extend our deepest sympathy for their profound loss. The RJR Fund was established in part to honor Owen’s older brother, Joseph, who died at birth.
The family has asked that memorial donations be made to the Kidpower-RJR Fund in memory of Owen.
Alison and Mike share: “Kidpower provided Owen with skills to stand up for himself and extend kindness, generosity, and compassion toward others. Our hope is that all children stay safe, believe in themselves, and lead with compassion. “