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You’d do anything to protect your loved ones, right? Of course you would. Having a will is an essential way to safeguard their interests. Plus, you’ll save them added uncertainty,
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New Fund: Jim Payne Family Community Fund
Deb Garlock wanted to do something special for her father’s 90th birthday celebration. Known for his support in the Rush County community, Garlock decided to honor her father, Jim Payne,
New Fund: Winkler-Smith Family Community Fund
The Winkler and Smith family know the importance of giving back to the community, so when Charlie Smith proposed around the kitchen table that they could create a family fund
Supporting and Preserving Rush County Nature
As a young child, Julie Osting Connolly was an outdoor girl. She spent her childhood hunting arrowheads, helping her dad with the livestock and exploring the wilderness around her house.
2025 Field of Interest and Education Funds Applications Due 9/1
When donors create a fund to support a specific cause, it is referred to as a field of interest fund. RCCF’s field of interest grants are awarded each fall to
GIFT VIII Rural Revitalization Program – Notice of Disposal of Real Property
As part of the Rush County Community Foundation’s GIFT VIII Rural Revitalization program, notice is hereby given that the Southeastern Indiana Community Preservation & Development Corporation, SICPDC, (the “Owner”), intends to
“Leafing Their Mark”: Dinner Honoring Former and Current Board Members
On Friday, June 27, we hosted an honorary dinner, gathering current and former board members to celebrate over three decades of “leafing” a positive impact on Rush County. For
In Good Hands: 2025 Cycle I Community Grants Total $112,553
Rush Countians of all ages are in good hands, thanks to your generosity. Cycle I Community Grants totaling $77,553.21 were awarded to eight organizations. Additionally, First5 received $35,000 for annual
New Fund: The Class of 1964 Reunites with Purpose
Classmates Anita Mohr, (The RHS DAR Good Citizen of 1964 – see photo above!) and Chris Levi, along with several Rushville High School (RHS) alumni, discussed planning their 60th class
Local Organizations Unite to Prepare Students for School Year
Entering the meeting, a group of leaders from 17 local social service organizations sit in a circle, and the quiet, yet electric, energy floats around the room. The group, Caring
Protect What Matters Most
You’d do anything to protect your loved ones, right? Of course you would. Having a will is an essential way to safeguard their interests. Plus, you’ll save them added uncertainty,
New Fund: Jim Payne Family Community Fund
Deb Garlock wanted to do something special for her father’s 90th birthday celebration. Known for his support in the Rush County community, Garlock decided to honor her father, Jim Payne,
New Fund: Winkler-Smith Family Community Fund
The Winkler and Smith family know the importance of giving back to the community, so when Charlie Smith proposed around the kitchen table that they could create a family fund
Supporting and Preserving Rush County Nature
As a young child, Julie Osting Connolly was an outdoor girl. She spent her childhood hunting arrowheads, helping her dad with the livestock and exploring the wilderness around her house.
2025 Field of Interest and Education Funds Applications Due 9/1
When donors create a fund to support a specific cause, it is referred to as a field of interest fund. RCCF’s field of interest grants are awarded each fall to
GIFT VIII Rural Revitalization Program – Notice of Disposal of Real Property
As part of the Rush County Community Foundation’s GIFT VIII Rural Revitalization program, notice is hereby given that the Southeastern Indiana Community Preservation & Development Corporation, SICPDC, (the “Owner”), intends to
“Leafing Their Mark”: Dinner Honoring Former and Current Board Members
On Friday, June 27, we hosted an honorary dinner, gathering current and former board members to celebrate over three decades of “leafing” a positive impact on Rush County. For
In Good Hands: 2025 Cycle I Community Grants Total $112,553
Rush Countians of all ages are in good hands, thanks to your generosity. Cycle I Community Grants totaling $77,553.21 were awarded to eight organizations. Additionally, First5 received $35,000 for annual
New Fund: The Class of 1964 Reunites with Purpose
Classmates Anita Mohr, (The RHS DAR Good Citizen of 1964 – see photo above!) and Chris Levi, along with several Rushville High School (RHS) alumni, discussed planning their 60th class
Local Organizations Unite to Prepare Students for School Year
Entering the meeting, a group of leaders from 17 local social service organizations sit in a circle, and the quiet, yet electric, energy floats around the room. The group, Caring
