Giant Rocket's Foundation builds structured launchpads through Giant Rocket Labs™.
A safe space where super powers are protected, supported, and launched.
Pull Up.™
Our Manifesto
We believe sensory is strength.
We believe parents are heroes.
We believe barriers should be removed — not worked around.
We believe structure creates access.
We believe confidence grows when support is visible.
Through Giant Rocket Labs™, we provide safe, structured environments for super powers to grow.
This is not charity.
This is launch preparation.
Pull Up™ to your super power.
Grow Giant. 🚀
Giant Rocket's Foundation builds structured launchpads — safe spaces where superpowers are protected, supported, and launched. Through 6 Giant Rocket Labs™, trained coaches, and community programs, we create the world neurodivergent kids and families deserve.
👨👩👧 Parents are the Heroes — protecting and advocating for the Giant Rockets.
Our Origin Story
How Giant Rockets Was Born
In 2019, I lost my brother — my best friend. One month later, my son Rocket was born. I told him, "You're a big rocket. You got this." He looked back and said, "No, Mommy… I'm a GIANT Rocket." That's where this started. Not with a business plan. With a kid who knew exactly who he was. Giant Rocket's Foundation exists to make sure every kid gets to feel that — to know they're not "too much." They're a Giant Rocket.
— Rhonda, Co-Founder & CEO · Giant Rocket's Foundation
The Session Format
One Lab a Week. Two Hours a Day. 🚀
Giant Rocket Labs™ run Tuesday–Friday, June 8 – August 7, with two daily sessions — morning (9:30–11:30 AM) and afternoon (1:30–3:30 PM). Each week focuses on one lab — a full week to dive in, build comfort, and launch. Labs rotate weekly through the summer.
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Arrival
Check-in + welcome
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Lab of the Week
Focused, sensory-inclusive activity
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Weekly Rotation
A new lab each week, Tue–Fri
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2-Hour Sessions
AM 9:30–11:30 · PM 1:30–3:30
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Parent Update
SMS + email recap
2 Brands. 1 Mission.
Our Partner Venue
Giant Rocket's Foundation is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Our Giant Rocket Labs™ are hosted at The Skate Haus Lounge — our partner venue in St. Charles, MO — which provides the space where Giant Rockets learn, grow, and launch. The Skate Haus builds confidence through structured, high-energy recreation; Giant Rocket's Foundation builds super powers through Giant Rocket Labs™.
Giant Rocket Labs™ are structured, sensory-inclusive environments where Giant Rockets grow. Six labs. Six ways to launch. Year-round programming and summer camps — all designed with the sensory community in mind.
⛸️Lab 1
Rocket Skate Lab™
Adaptive skating instruction in a structured, sensory-safe environment. Every Giant Rocket builds balance, coordination, and confidence one lap at a time. Helmets, pads, and support provided.
Rhythm, instruments, music therapy–informed exploration. Volume-controlled. Headphones available. Every Giant Rocket finds their frequency.
💃Lab 4
Rocket Dance Lab™
Movement, rhythm, and sensory-safe expression through dance. Every body moves at their own pace. A structured, low-pressure environment where Giant Rockets find their groove and build confidence through music and motion.
🎨Lab 5
Rocket Arts Lab™
Visual arts in a sensory-friendly studio. Painting, sculpting, mixed media. Every Giant Rocket creates. Every creation is celebrated.
🗺️Lab 6
Pathways to Life
Life skills + workforce exposure. Job shadowing, career conversations, community navigation. Building real future pathways.
Wall Signage
Giant Rocket's Foundation Signage
Every wall speaks to our mission. Every sign is a reminder: your super power belongs here.
Entrance
PULL UP™ Your Super Power Belongs Here.
Lab Rooms
This Is a Safe Space. Structure Builds Super Powers.
Parent Area
Parents Are Heroes. We Protect Access Together.
Badge Area
Every Rocket Needs a Launch Badge.
Community Education
Rocket Response™
Rocket Response™ starts where it matters most — in the community. Once a month, we open our doors to everyday people: parents, teachers, neighbors, coworkers, anyone who wants to understand how to interact safely and supportively with neurodivergent individuals.
This isn't clinical training. It's real talk, real scenarios, real tools you can use tomorrow. Because the people who show up for neurodivergent individuals most often aren't first responders — they're the people who see them every day.
Phase 2: specialized Rocket Response™ training for law enforcement, firefighters, and EMTs. Because when the call comes, understanding saves lives.
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A 501(c)(3) nonprofit born from a single, powerful moment between a mother and her son.
In 2019, I lost my brother — my best friend. One month later, my son Rocket was born. I told him, "You're a big rocket. You got this." He looked back and said, "No, Mommy… I'm a GIANT Rocket." That's where this started. Not with a business plan. With a kid who knew exactly who he was. Giant Rocket's Foundation exists to make sure every kid gets to feel that — to know they're not "too much." They're a Giant Rocket.
— Rhonda, Co-Founder & CEO · Giant Rocket's Foundation
Leadership
Board of Directors
Giant Rocket's Foundation is governed by a committed board dedicated to the mission, accountability, and growth of every Giant Rocket.
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Rhonda
Co-Founder & CEO
Visionary behind Giant Rocket's Foundation. Rhonda closes all sponsor and partner commitments personally. Rocket's mom — and the reason this mission exists.
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Pepper
Co-Founder / Operations
Hands-on operational and technical lead. Pepper manages systems, implementation, and day-to-day program infrastructure for Giant Rocket's Foundation.
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Open Seat — Secretary
Seeking Qualified Candidate
Board Secretary with nonprofit governance experience. Contact info@giantrockets.org.
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Open Seat — Treasurer
Seeking CPA / Finance
Board Treasurer with CPA background preferred. Financial oversight for GRF operations and grant compliance.
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Open Seat — Community Rep
Parent Hero Priority
Parent or community leader with lived experience navigating sensory and access challenges. Founding Parent Heroes given priority.
Culture & Standards
Giant Rocket's Foundation Culture Statement
Every Giant Rocket's Foundation program operates by the same non-negotiable standards. This is how we protect the mission.
🚀 Every GRF Program Must:
✅ Always Do
Operate as a safe, structured environment
Support sensory super powers with intentional design
Protect dignity and access for every Giant Rocket
Maintain professional standards at all times
Uphold Giant Rocket Labs™ curriculum integrity
Award Superhero Badges™ every single session
🚫 Never Do
Lower standards for volume or convenience
Use charity positioning to dilute brand value
Operate without structured programming
Serve alcohol during Giant Rocket Lab hours
Compromise the SAFE SPACE standard
Pull Up™ means belonging with accountability. Giant Rocket's Foundation builds launchpads — not temporary programs.
🛡️ SAFE SPACE
Safety & Inclusion
Sensory is a Super Power.
Giant Rocket's Foundation is built on a non-negotiable commitment to safety, inclusion, and dignity for every Giant Rocket and their family.
Our Commitment
What SAFE SPACE Means Here
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Supervised Structure
Every session is led by trained coaches. Direct supervision throughout all activities — Labs and skating. Visual schedules posted and followed.
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Check-In / Check-Out
Secure arrival and departure. Only approved guardians may pick up. Every child accounted for at all times. Attendance tracked and reported to parents.
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Anti-Bullying Policy
Zero tolerance. Every Giant Rocket is treated with dignity. Staff trained to identify and immediately address bullying, exclusion, or mockery.
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True Inclusion
Designed for sensory differences from day one. Calm corners, noise management, flexible participation. Every child belongs without modification.
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Parent Updates
Real-time SMS and email after every session. What your Giant Rocket did, how they engaged, and any notes. Parents are never out of the loop.
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Superhero Badge™ Protocol
Every child earns a Giant Rocket Superhero Badge™ at every visit. Belonging and recognition from minute one. Structure creates safety. Safety creates confidence.
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Reporting & Feedback
Easy concern reporting reviewed within 24 hours. Full transparency with families. Continuous improvement based on parent and community feedback.
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No Alcohol During Lab Hours
Giant Rocket Labs operate at The Skate Haus Lounge. No alcohol is served during any GRF session. Written policy. Posted signage at bar and entry. Full commitment.
Giant Rocket Labs™
The Launchpad Menu
Giant Rocket Labs™ are structured, sensory-inclusive environments where Giant Rockets grow. Six labs. Six ways to launch. Year-round programming and summer camps — all designed with the sensory community in mind.
Enroll Now
Book a Session
Giant Rocket Labs™ run Tuesday–Friday. Choose the session that works for your family — each enrolls separately.
Adaptive skating instruction in a structured, sensory-safe environment. Every Giant Rocket builds balance, coordination, and confidence one lap at a time. Helmets, pads, and support provided.
🌱Lab 2
Rocket Garden Lab™
STEM-to-Gardening. Raised beds, soil science, seed starting, composting, plant care. Giant Rockets learn patience, cause-and-effect, and the satisfaction of growing something real. Includes sensory engagement with soil, water, and natural textures.
🎵Lab 3
Rocket Music Lab™
Rhythm, instruments, and music therapy–informed exploration. Percussion, keyboards, listening activities. Headphones available. Volume-controlled environment. Giant Rockets discover their sonic super power at their own pace.
💃Lab 4
Rocket Dance Lab™
Movement, rhythm, and sensory-safe expression through dance. Every body moves at their own pace. A structured, low-pressure environment where Giant Rockets find their groove and build confidence through music and motion.
🎨Lab 5
Rocket Arts Lab™
Visual arts in a sensory-friendly, low-pressure studio. Painting, sculpting, collage, mixed media. No wrong answers. No pressure to perform. Materials chosen for sensory comfort. Every creation is a super power in action.
🗺️Lab 6
Pathways to Life
Life skills + workforce exposure. Real conversations with real professionals. Job shadowing opportunities. Community navigation. Financial literacy basics. Building actual future pathways — not just dreams.
How to Enroll
Registration Process
Annual application required before session registration — mirroring the TASK-STL model.
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Annual Application
Submit one application per year. Required before any session registration.
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Register for Session
Choose your seasonal session — Spring, Summer, Fall, or Winter.
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Select Your Lab
Choose your Giant Rocket Lab™ lane for the session.
Note: SNAP benefits may NOT be used for membership or program services.
Need Help Joining?
If your family needs help affording Giant Rocket Labs™ program, you may qualify for assistance through the Recreation Council of Greater St. Louis. We're here to help connect you.
No Giant Rocket is turned away due to income, neighborhood, or transportation barriers. Scholarships cover memberships, program fees, transportation, and supplies.
5 Scholarship Types
Choose Your Lane to Give
Each scholarship type removes a specific barrier for Giant Rockets families.
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Sponsor-a-Seat
Fund a Giant Rocket's full session membership — registration, program fees, and access.
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Fuel Access
Fund transportation access for families who cannot independently reach The Skate Haus.
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Build the Garden
Fund raised garden beds, soil, seeds, tools, irrigation, and storage for Rocket Garden Lab™.
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Equip the Kids
Fund equipment, safety gear, helmets, pads, fidgets, sensory tools, and art/music supplies.
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Coach Support
Fund teachers, coaches, training, certifications, and background checks. Strong coaches = safe Giant Rockets.
📋 Applications receive a 72-hour response. Awards granted on 30/60/90-day cycles with renewal based on engagement. Apply now →
Help us equip our SAFE SPACE. Every item on this list directly supports Giant Rockets with sensory differences. Purchase from Amazon and ship directly to us!
📦 To donate items: purchase from our Amazon Wish List and ship to The Skate Haus Lounge, St. Charles, MO — or contact info@giantrockets.org to coordinate drop-off. Every item is OT-recommended and sensory-specific.
🧠 Calm Corner
Regulation + sensory retreat items
Weighted blankets (various weights)
Weighted lap pads
Weighted stuffed animals
Bean bag chairs
Noise-canceling headphones
Sensory tents / canopies
Fiber optic lamp
Lava lamp
Liquid motion timers
Dimmable LED lights
🤲 Fidgets & Tactile
Hands-on sensory regulation tools
Pop-Its (variety pack)
Pop tubes
Stress balls
Therapy putty (various resistances)
Fidget cubes
Kinetic sand + bins
Sensory bins with fillers
Tactile tiles / texture boards
Slime kits
Bristle blocks
🏃 Movement & Body
Proprioceptive + vestibular tools
Wobble cushions
Scooter boards
Balance boards
Mini trampolines
Yoga ball chairs
Chair bands / leg bands
Tunnel crawls
Crash pads
Obstacle course sets
Indoor swings
👄 Oral & Wearable
OT-grade wearable sensory tools
Chewable jewelry (necklaces)
Chew tubes (various textures)
Weighted vests
Compression shirts
Fidget rings
Body socks
Ear defenders
Tinted glasses / blue light
Essential oil diffusers
Mindful breathing cards
⛸️ Skating Safety Gear
CPSC-certified gear for the rink
Helmets — youth sizes (bulk 12-packs)
Helmets — adult sizes
Knee pads (youth)
Elbow pads (youth)
Wrist guards
Hip pads
Roller skates — youth sizes 1–6
Roller skates — youth sizes 7–12
Skate bags
Skate tool kits
🌱 Garden Lab Supplies
Tools and materials for Rocket Garden Lab™
Raised garden bed kits
Quality potting soil (bags)
Seed variety packs
Child-size garden tool sets
Watering cans (child-size)
Drip irrigation kits
Grow lights (indoor)
Plant labels / markers
Compost bins
Garden storage bins
🎨 Arts & Music Supplies
Rocket Arts Lab™ + Rocket Music Lab™
Acrylic paint sets (non-toxic)
Canvas boards (variety)
Air-dry clay (bulk)
Sensory-safe art smocks
Percussion instrument set
Kid-size keyboards / xylophones
Rhythm shakers + tambourines
Headphones (over-ear, volume-limiting)
Bluetooth speaker (portable)
Sheet protectors + dry-erase markers
🏅 Badge & Ceremony
Superhero Badge™ program supplies
Badge holders / lanyards (bulk)
Laminator + pouches
Sticker sheets (rockets, stars, super powers)
Certificate paper
Award ribbons
Mini trophies
Stamp sets (motivation)
Bulletin board supplies
Polaroid / instant camera
Photo frames (4x6)
Support the Mission
Fuel Giant Rockets
Every dollar removes a barrier. Choose your lane — every contribution launches a Giant Rocket.
Every donation to GRF is tax-deductible and goes directly to programming. No gift is too small. $25 Community Champions are just as important as $50K Naming Rights sponsors.
5 Ways to Give
Choose Your Donation Lane
🚌Fund the Wheels for All Bus
Transportation is the #1 barrier for families in St. Charles County. Fund bus access, gas assistance, and eventually our own Giant Rockets vehicle.
No gift too small. $25 Community Champions are just as important as $50K Naming Rights sponsors.
Tier 1
$25+
Community Champion
Digital thank-you wall recognition
Social media shout-out
Newsletter mention
Tier 2
$100–$500
Rocket Booster
Logo on event materials
Quarterly impact email
Event invitations
Tier 3
$500–$5K
Launch Partner
Facility signage recognition
Monthly impact reports
Sponsor spotlight posts
Volunteer day option
Tier 4
$5K+
Mission Partner
All Launch Partner benefits
Prominent logo placement
Monthly strategy touchpoints
45-day renewal reminders
Tier 5
$25K+
Founding Sponsor
All Mission Partner benefits
Permanent founding recognition
Annual gala table
Co-branded events
Tier 6
$50K+
Naming Rights
All Founding Sponsor benefits
Lab or facility naming rights
Title sponsor recognition sitewide
Custom impact reporting
Volunteer With Us
Join the Launch Crew 🚀
Giant Rocket Labs™ need people who get it. We're looking for passionate volunteers across all 6 labs — skating coaches, garden mentors, art instructors, music teachers, dance leaders, and vocal coaches. Experience helps. Heart matters more. We train every volunteer.
Rhonda Taylor and her son Rocket don't just talk about sensory inclusivity — they live it. Every day.
From schools to corporate boardrooms, from first responder training to community workshops, Rhonda and Rocket bring the Giant Rocket story to life. Not with statistics. With heart. With a kid who looked at his mom and said, "No, Mommy… I'm a GIANT Rocket."
If your organization wants to understand — really understand — what it means to build a world where sensory differences are super powers, book them.
What They Cover
Speaking Topics
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Sensory is a Super Power.™
Flagship keynote on neurodivergent inclusivity.
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Building Launchpads
How schools and organizations can create sensory-inclusive environments.
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From Grief to Giant Rockets
Rhonda's personal story of loss, love, and mission.
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Rocket Response™
Specialized training for first responders.
Formats: Keynote · School assembly · Staff training · Workshop · Conference panel · Virtual
Collaboration
Partner With Us
Pull Up.™ Whether you're a sponsor or a partner, there's a lane for every organization that believes sensory is a super power.
Sponsors vs. Partners
Two Ways to Show Up
Sponsors can also be partners. The distinction is about what you bring. Both matter equally.
💰 Sponsor
Cash or major in-kind supporter. You fund the mission directly.
Logo recognition (all 6 tiers)
Event signage + shout-outs
Monthly impact reports
Sponsor spotlight features
Volunteer day option
45-day renewal reminders
Tax-deductible receipt (501(c)(3))
🤝 Partner
Referrals, collaboration, space, services, or co-events. You amplify the mission.
Partner directory listing on website
Co-branded events and activations
Referral pathway + seat access
Quarterly outcomes snapshot
Cross-promotional social content
Resource and service sharing
Get Started
Tell Us About Your Interest
Submit this form and Rhonda will personally follow up within 24 hours. She closes all sponsor and partner commitments.
Ready to get involved?
Submit our quick interest form and Rhonda will personally follow up within 24 hours. She closes all sponsor and partner commitments.
📍 The Skate Haus Lounge, St. Charles, MO | ⏰ 9:30 – 11:30 AM · Tues–Fri
Giant Rocket Labs™ launches Tuesday, June 9, 2026! The program runs June 8 – August 7, Tuesday through Friday, 9:30 – 11:30 AM. Week 1 is Rocket Skate Lab™ — adaptive skating in a structured, sensory-safe environment. Sensory is a Super Power.™
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⛸️ WEEKLY
Sensory Session at The Skate Haus
Every Sunday · 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM · The Skate Haus Lounge, St. Charles, MO · A dedicated sensory-safe skating session for Giant Rockets and their families.
Last Updated: March 30, 2026 · Giant Rocket's Foundation
Giant Rocket's Foundation is committed to protecting your privacy and the privacy of every Giant Rocket in our community.
Information We Collect
We collect information you provide when registering for programs, applying for scholarships, donating, or contacting us — including name, contact information, child program information, and payment details.
How We Use It
To provide program services, process donations, communicate updates, send opted-in newsletters, and improve our services. We do not sell your information.
SMS & Email
By opting into Join Updates you consent to receive SMS and email communications. Opt out anytime by replying STOP to any SMS or unsubscribing from any email.
Children's Privacy
Child information is used solely for program administration, safety, and parent updates. No child's information or likeness is shared publicly without explicit parental written consent.
Last Updated: March 30, 2026 · Giant Rocket's Foundation
Program Participation
Participation requires completion of an annual application, session registration, and a current liability waiver. Giant Rocket's Foundation reserves the right to remove any participant who poses a safety risk.
Code of Conduct
All participants, parents, and guardians agree to uphold SAFE SPACE standards — respectful behavior, no bullying, no harassment, and active support for an inclusive environment. Parents are the Heroes — that means protecting the space for every Giant Rocket.
Payments & Refunds
Payment due at registration. Scholarships applied based on eligibility. Refunds considered case-by-case. Contact info@giantrockets.org.
Photography & Media
Giant Rocket's Foundation may photograph program activities for promotional purposes. Explicit consent obtained for any identifiable images of children used in public-facing materials.
Last Updated: March 30, 2026 · Giant Rocket's Foundation
Giant Rocket's Foundation is a Missouri Nonprofit Corporation and registered 501(c)(3) organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
How Donations Are Used
Donations are directed to the selected bucket (Fund the Wheels for All Bus, Build the Garden, Equip Arts & Music, Pay Coaches, Sponsor a Seat) whenever possible. Unrestricted donations support general operations and highest-need areas.
Tax Receipts
All donors receive written acknowledgment for contributions of $250 or more as required by IRS guidelines. Receipts provided for all donations upon request.
SNAP Policy
SNAP benefits may NOT be used for Giant Rocket's Foundation membership or program service fees. Accepted: card, cash, MO Child Care Subsidy, Medicaid Waiver (case-by-case), TANF cash.
