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CenterPoint Energy Foundation Invests $50,000 in the Love Community Center
The CenterPoint Energy Foundation has made a generous grant of $50,000 to the Rush County Community Foundation (RCCF) in support of the sustainability of the Love Community Center. “This is more than a building—it’s a symbol of our community’s dreams, hopes, and a brighter future,” shared Zuzana

Jenna Lawler is the 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship Recipient
The Rush County Community Foundation is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2025 Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship for Rush County – Jenna Lawler of Rushville Consolidated High School. Lilly Endowment Community Scholars are known for their community involvement, academic achievement, character, and leadership. Jenna is a resident of

Duke Energy Awards $8,000 Grant to Benefit RCCA
left to right: Vicki Young, RCCA volunteer; Kylie Foster, Government and Community Relations Manager with Duke Energy; Darilyn Bedel, RCCA volunteer The Rush County Community Foundation (RCCF) has received an $8,000 grant from Duke Energy in support of the Rush County Community Assistance Food Pantry (RCCA). These dollars

What is a Community Foundation?
Community Foundation Week is November 12-18. It’s the perfect opportunity to share what we do to work with you to make sure Rush County is cared for today, tomorrow, and forever. Community Foundation 101 Let’s start with the basics. What is a community foundation? The official definition

Nonprofits Received $39,989 in Cycle II Community Grants Awards
Community Grants provide support to our local nonprofits, where it’s needed most. Applicants make the case for their project or program. Our grants committee weighs the applications against the needs and interests of the community. They make the tough decisions – stewarding our donors’ gifts with integrity and

2024 Field of Interest Fund Grants Round 2
Donors establish Field of Interest Funds to support a particular cause or area of life that they care about. It’s a way to create permanent funding for what matters most to them. Round 1 of the Field of Interest Grants totaled $16,274.51. Round 2 has been approved