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Non-Cash Gift Options
Did you know there are ways to support RCCF without dipping into your bank account? And for a limited time, gifts to the Schroeder Fund to support the Love Community Center are matched 1:1. Double your impact today! Here are four options to consider: 1. QCD
GIFT VIII UPDATE: EXCITING NEWS & PROGRESS
BOARD GIVING & ENGAGEMENT GRANT By achieving 100% participation in a giving challenge, our board of directors has earned an unrestricted $100,000 grant from Lilly Endowment. We are grateful to all current and past members since October 2023 for their generosity of time, talent, and treasure! BLIGHT
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Ignites Love of Reading
The best time for children to begin learning is before they enter the classroom. With 90 percent of brain development occurring in the first five years of life, early learning becomes an important step to encourage future success. One of the best ways to practice early education
New Fund: Inspired by Appreciation and Family Ties
Chris May knew before he joined the RCCF staff in 2023 that he wanted to do something for his parents, Doug and Lonnie, to show his appreciation. In 2024, he got his chance. Lilly Endowment’s GIFT VIII initiative offered match funds through RCCF, which incentivized several people,
New Fund: Honoring the Beauty of Holly Bess
Known for her energetic and lively spirit, Holly Bess was widely respected by her Rush County community. Her vivacious, and sometime mischievous, nature was a source of joy to her family, friends and community. Even as she battled an aggressive cancer, she remained brave and full of grace,
New Fund: Gardner Family Channels Their Passion for Community
As Rush County natives and residents, J.B. and Shelly Gardner developed a passion for supporting their community. When Shelly read an article about another family who had started a fund at RCCF, she and J.B. were inspired to create a family fund that would help the community. Together
