NEWS
Latest RCCF Updates
GIFT VII Matching Fund Grant Announcement!
Rush County Community Foundation has received a grant of $500,000.00 as part of Lilly Endowment Inc.’s seventh phase of its Giving Indiana Funds for Tomorrow (GIFT) initiative. With GIFT VII, the Endowment is making up to $125 million available to help Indiana community foundations strengthen the towns, cities
The Pat and Martha Todd Charitable Fund
George Patrick “Pat” and Martha Todd were born and raised in Rushville and spent much of their lives helping their community. They ran Todd Funeral Home, created an ambulance service for Rush County, and opened Hillside Haven Nursing Home all while raising their eleven children. Mr. and Mrs.
The Robert Meyer and Family 4-H Scholarship
Robert “Bob” Meyer was a man dedicated to his craft and community. He was a fair and supportive 4-H leader for 55 years, helping Rush County children with their projects and instilling in them a sense of responsibility and pride in their work. When he passed away in
#ScholarUpdates – Barbara Hershberger
Barbara Hershberger was awarded the Lilly Endowment Scholarship for 2018. As a graduate of Rushville Consolidated High School in 2018, Barbara elected to continue her education at Butler University in Indianapolis. Here is an update from her: There has been a lot happening throughout these past few months
The Carol Niehoff Hardwick Memorial Scholarship Fund
The Carol Niehoff Hardwick Memorial Scholarship Fund was created by Carol’s mother, Jan Niehoff, to honor her memory after she passed away in 1995. The scholarship is intended for a graduating Rushville Consolidated High School senior who will be attending Ball State. After Carol passed away suddenly
The Jack and Cinda Brown Basketball Mental Attitude Scholarship Fund
Jack and Cinda Brown both graduated from Indiana University as well-rounded students and athletes. They led dedicated careers as teachers and coaches, for which they both received numerous awards for their exemplary coaching styles. Jack and Cinda were both very athletic individuals that had a love of
