Rush County Education Fund

The Rush County Education Fund, established in 1994, is a grant program supported by the Rush County Community Foundation. This fund was created with the specific intent of fostering and supporting education-related initiatives that fall outside the standard budget provisions of Rush County Schools. The Foundation serves as a local philanthropic institution dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Rush County, Indiana, by connecting charitable giving with community needs. The Rush County Education Fund is one of several targeted efforts supported by the Foundation to drive innovation and impact in local education. This grant program offers financial support to individuals and groups directly involved in educational activities within Rush County. Eligible applicants include teachers, students, administrators, and volunteer parents engaged in initiatives that improve or extend educational experiences. The scope of allowable projects is broad, encompassing activities and materials not currently funded through the school’s regular budget. The Fund’s intent is to support supplemental learning opportunities, classroom enhancements, creative educational tools, and community-based learning projects that reinforce academic goals. Applications for this grant are submitted exclusively through an online platform. The application portal opens one month prior to the submission deadline, which falls on September 1 annually. All submissions must be completed online by that date; no paper applications or alternative methods are accepted. This ensures a streamlined and uniform process that facilitates efficient review and evaluation. While the specific evaluation criteria are not detailed in the public-facing materials, it is inferred that alignment with educational goals, creativity, impact on student learning, and feasibility within the Rush County Schools context are likely to be considered. Applicants are encouraged to propose innovative or impactful projects that supplement the current curriculum or provide enrichment opportunities. For any inquiries or additional information, applicants can contact the Rush County Community Foundation directly. The office is located at 117 N. Main Street, Rushville, Indiana 46173, and can be reached by phone at (765) 938-1177 or via email at info@rushcountyfoundation.org. It is advisable for applicants to reach out with specific questions early in the application cycle to ensure timely responses. The program recurs annually, with a consistent application deadline of September 1 each year. As such, interested applicants are encouraged to plan accordingly and monitor the Foundation’s website beginning August 1, when the application portal becomes available. This regular cycle provides a reliable framework for potential grantees to align their project planning and submission efforts with the fund’s timeline.