Quick Summary
Name: Rush County Community Foundation Status: Active Grant Maker
Key Facts
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Annual Giving | $3,443,589 |
| Grant Range | $5,100 - $2,996,512 |
| Average Grant | $10,000 (median) |
| Application Method | Fixed Deadline |
Contact Details
- Website: https://rushcountyfoundation.org/
- Phone: 765-938-1177
- Email: info@rushcountyfoundation.org
- Address: Rushville, Indiana 46173
Geographic Focus
- Rush County, Indiana
- Benefits Rush County citizens and organizations
Funding Priorities
- Education
- Human Services
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking
- Community development and rural revitalization
- Blight elimination
- Scholarships for individuals
- Projects that impact a substantial number of people in the community
- Practical solutions to current problems or current community interests
- Creative and innovative projects and programs
- New organizations meeting demonstrated community needs
What They Don't Fund
- Organizations that do not benefit Rush County or its citizens
- Specific exclusions not publicly detailed in available sources
Application Method
The Foundation has a structured grantmaking process with fixed deadlines. Income from "Community Grant Funds" (unrestricted funds) is awarded through the public grantmaking process. The Foundation also administers many individual donor-advised funds with specific restrictions.
Applications are accepted from non-profit organizations that benefit Rush County. The Foundation reviews applications for eligibility and guidelines. Recent grant cycles include:
- Cycle II Community Grants (2025): $70,326.98 awarded
- Fall grants (2024): Over $64,000 awarded
- Total 2024 distributions: Nearly $1.1 million
Organizations should visit the website for application details, deadlines, and eligibility requirements.
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