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Youth in Philanthropy Fund: Giving more than just grant funding to Rush County
At the end of 2005, local philanthropists and educators Rick and Betsy Williams decided to combine their love of educating youth and giving back to the Rush County community by creating the Youth in Philanthropy Fund. Since 2005, the fund has given back more than $8,000 to
New Year, New Reasons to Celebrate
The start of a new year provides a time for reflection and a time for new goals and commitments. Last week’s Foundation Fact was dedicated to reflection; this week, we’re looking ahead to what’s sure to be another monumental year at the Rush County Community Foundation. 2016
2015 Goals & Accomplishments
A New Year brings new resolutions, and additionally, a time to reflect on the accomplishments of the year that just passed. Several goals were set for the Rush County Community Foundation at the beginning of last year. Raising unrestricted funds, implementing a fundraiser, bringing awareness to
Community Grant Funds benefit Arlington
If you’ve driven west of Rushville on 52 through Arlington, it’s likely you’ve passed two locations in which RCCF has had a major impact. The Arlington East Hill Cemetery and Posey Township Volunteer Fire Department have cumulatively seen more than $28,000 worth of community grant funds for improvements
Community Grant Funds benefit Glenwood
Written by Alisa Winters Heading East out of Rushville, the final town you’ll encounter in Rush County is the small, one-flasher town of Glenwood. Growing up just outside of Glenwood, I fondly remember getting off of the school bus with friends in town to play with literally the
Community Grants benefit Carthage
Written by Alisa Winters A few weeks ago I spent an evening in the Town of Carthage. As my husband and I drove through en route to visit his family, I envisioned the lively town my in-laws tell us about when they recall childhood memories. Numerous gas stations,
