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5th Annual

Kids Rock Concert

Sunday, April 26th from 12-3 pm
Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse, 19 E Rd., Sarasota, FL 34240

Together, we raised over $16,000 to support families and their children in our community!

Thank you for rocking with us at the 5th Annual Kids Rock Concert! We raised over $16,000 to help local families thanks to everyone’s support!

About The Event

The Kids Rock Concert is an annual, family-friendly, free outdoor event hosted by Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse in Sarasota. Enjoy live performances by Twinkle & Rock Soul Radio and activities like face painting, live auction, raffle, and petting zoo, all while raising funds to support MHM’s mission.

If you are interested in learning about sponsorship opportunities, volunteering, or contributing to our silent auction, please complete the interest form below. 

Get Involved at KRC 2026

Sunday, April 26th from 12-3 pm
Stottlemyer’s Smokehouse, 19 E Rd., Sarasota, FL 34240

In 2025, we raised over $16,000 to help local families thanks to everyone's support!

Thank you to Out and About with Tyler Butler for covering media of our 2025 Kids Rock Concert!

Out and About with Tyler Butler

Thank you for rocking with us at the 4th Annual Kids’ Rock Concert! We raised over $16,000 to help local families thanks to everyone’s support!

Mothers Helping Mothers (MHM), an all-volunteer 501(C)(3) non-profit, celebrating over 30 years of providing families in need basic necessities, from clothing to baby equipment & diapers, services, and resources, free of charge! MHM is passionate about bridging the gap of poverty and fostering resiliency, self-sufficiency, and family stability in our community.  

VIP Sponsor

HER Fitness

Groupie Sponsors

Terrys Plumbing Air and Energy

Platinum Sponsors

Silver Sponsors

Sponsorship Opportunities

*Hurry only 8 available

  • Reserved premium sitting for party of 6 (open seating for any extra guests)
  • Complimentary group appetizer tray & 12 drink tickets for guests
  • FREE Advertising through social media, print, & PR before & during the event
  • Logo placement on flyers, banner and posters at event
  • Recognition at the event and on website
  • 6 FREE Drinks

Use the form below or contact us directly at mhmsarasota@gmail.com for all event & sponsorship inquiries. 

Event F.A.Q.s

The Kids Rock Concert will be held on April 13, 2025 from 12-3pm at Stottlemeyer’s Smokehouse. The full address is 19 E Rd, Sarasota, FL 34240.

YES! The event itself is free to attend. You may purchase food, drinks, directly through Stottlemeyer’s. There will be silent auction, live auction and raffle tickets for purchase. We highly encourage you to become a VIP sponsor for this event. Email mhmsarasota@gmail.com for more details.

Casual or rock-and-roll! 

The Kids Rock Concert is an annual event that raises awareness and funds for Mothers Helping Mothers to support underserved families in our community, helping provide essential items and resources like car seats, backpacks, and financial aid.

Yes, we offer multiple sponsorship levels, each with unique perks and benefits. Please email mhmsarasota@gmail.com for more information.

You can view all sponsorship opportunities by clicking here or  scrolling to the Sponsorship Levels section on this page.

Absolutely! You can still support MHM by making a direct donation here. You may also donate  towards our silent auction, live auction or a raffle prize. 

 


If you’re interested in volunteering for Mothers Helping Mothers, please complete the volunteer application form.

Kids Rock Concert
2025 Event Photos

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Quick Rules for Shopping Appointments

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Who Can Be a Client

  • Must live in Sarasota or Manatee County

  • Have custody of children under 18 or be pregnant (must bring proof of children/pregnancy at your first visit only)

  • Pregnant? Shopping for baby items starts 60 days before due date only

  • Bring ID/passport to each appointment

About Your Visit

  • Appointment required (no walk-ins)

  • Shop once every 4 months

  • Only you, spouse, and registered children may shop (no guests)

  • 40 minutes per visit to shop

  • Item limits apply — shop for your family only

  • Free childcare is provided on most days

Baby Items – New Baby Items are only provided 60 days before delivery date!

  • New Clients book an appointment and shop can shop within 60 days of delivery. 

  • Returning Clients – If you’re within 60 days of your due date, and it’s not time to return, you can book an appointment for just ‘Baby Only Items’. If it’s been 4+ months since your last visit, just schedule a regular appointment to shop the whole store plus get your baby items.

  •  The special Baby Only Items appointment won’t affect regular clients scheduled return date.  

Appointments & Cancellations

  • Returning too early? Your appointment will be canceled & you will need to reschedule

  • Times available every 15 minutes – Book only one slot on your desired day

  • Enter name exactly as it is on your ID + correct email/phone

  • No Show Policy: 1 free miss. After that, a missed appointment will be counted as a visit and you won’t be able to return for 4 more months.

  • Click here to cancel or reschedule your existing appointment.  

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