Petersburg Rising: Documentary

A project in Petersburg, VA by Alan Blankstein
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Film with vivid personal stories showing how one community rallied around its schools to rise from the ashes of corporate boom-to-bust.
Backers: 29
Average Pledge Per Backer: $85

Funded: $2,460 of $28,500
Dates: Nov 6th -> Dec 16th (40 days)
Project By: Alan Blankstein
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Latest News

Trey Songz talks about why he returned to Petersburg High School

November 28th - via: kickstarter.com
Trey Songz talks about why he returned to Petersburg High School and the importance of the community there. Help us tell the story of Petersburg's recovery. From industrial collapse, residents and talent like Trey Songz are pitching in and now... (Read More)

Trey Songz talks about why he returned to Petersburg High School

November 27th - via: kickstarter.com
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FobhWwYF0sE&feature=youtu.be Trey Songz talks about why he returned to Petersburg High School and the importance of the community there. Help us tell the story of Petersburg's recovery. From industrial collapse,... (Read More)

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November 20th - via: kickstarter.com
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A Twist on Thanksgiving

November 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Every year in Petersburg, VA something special happens about now: One mega-star who once lived there, Trey Songz, gives back by providing hundreds of turkeys to children whose families otherwise wouldn’t have that, or maybe anything to eat. It’s... (Read More)

Two Grammy Award Nominees Join Petersburg Rising!

November 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hello! There are two Grammy Award Nominees now in this film. One is well known to all from Petersburg (and beyond), as he is a graduate of the Petersburg High School:   1. Trey Songz is a wonderful, caring, chic and committed advocate for the city... (Read More)

First Time in History: All of Petersburg Schools are Accredited!

November 14th - via: kickstarter.com
For decades, this city was throttled by financial crisis, school failures, and even junk bond status. The children and their families bore the brunt of this.   The decision by state leaders to provide financial support and new leadership for... (Read More)

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