Rush County Community Foundation Inc

Foundation · Grantmaker RUSHVILLE, IN EIN: 35-1835950 Website

The Rush County Community Foundation is a tax-exempt public charity established in 1991 in Rushville, Indiana. The organization operates as a philanthropic fundraising services entity that enables donors to establish permanent endowment funds within a unified foundation structure. The foundation serves as a community resource for charitable giving and grant distribution in Rush County, Indiana.

Key facts about Rush County Community Foundation Inc

EIN: 35-1835950
Latest 990 filing: Form 990-PF, 2024
Annual giving (2024): $7,071,832
Grants made (2024): 32
Average grant: $220,995
Median grant: $11,129
Total assets: $29,920,184
Primary geography: Indiana (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
Next open deadline: February 17, 2027 (Alex Workman Fund: Autism Speaks Through Technology)

Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2024; updated June 2026.

Who Rush County Community Foundation Inc funds

By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Rush County Community Foundation Inc's 32 itemized 2024 grants were Indiana (100%). The most frequent recipient cities were Rushville, IN (25 grants), Indianapolis, IN (2 grants) and Milroy, IN (2 grants). None of its 32 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Financial Support" (8 grants).

Financial Overview

From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing

Total Assets

$29.9M

+0.1% YoY

Annual Giving

$7.1M

+105.4% YoY

Grant Count

-3.0% YoY

Avg Grant Size

$221K

+111.8% YoY

Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated April 2026.

Mission & Focus Areas

Mission: Cultivating resources to enhance life in Rush County.

The foundation's stated mission is to serve donors, award grants and scholarships, and provide leadership to enrich and enhance the quality of life in Rush County, Indiana, for both current and future generations.

Primary Focus Areas:

Education
Community Development
Human Services
Philanthropy and Voluntarism
Children and Youth Programs
Community Service Projects

Grantmaking

The Rush County Community Foundation has distributed over 200 permanent endowments ranging in value from $5,000 to millions of dollars.

Review Cycle

in 1996 distributed $13,523.91 to eight community organizations

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Geographic Focus

Where this funder awards grants

The foundation primarily funds organizations and individuals within Rush County, Indiana, though distributions can extend to other areas according to donor wishes.

Grant Distribution by State

Indiana $11.5M (100%)

States

Indiana

Cities

RushvilleIndianapolisMilroyArlingtonGlenwoodShelbyvilleCarthageManillaFort Wayne

Financial History

Multi-year comparison from IRS filings

Assets & Revenue:

Total assets: $29,920,184 (most recent filing)
Total revenues: $9,688,926 (2023)
Total expenses: $4,251,579 (2023)

Historical Growth: The foundation grew from initial assets of $85,000 at its founding to endowments exceeding $20 million, reflecting donor generosity over three decades.

Staffing: The foundation employs 4-6 staff members.

Revenue

Expenses

Qualifying Distributions

Net Investment Income

Metric	2024	2023	2022
Total Assets	$29,920,184	$29,893,440	$23,392,439
Revenue	$7,473,851	$9,688,926	$1,752,154
Expenses	$7,992,185	$4,251,579	$1,818,683
Qualifying Distributions	—	—	—
Net Investment Income	$1,356,132	$883,912	$822,854
Distributable Amount	—	—	—

Giving Over Time

Total grant dollars and number of grants per year

Grant Insights

How this funder distributes its grants

Top Recipients

Top 10 recipients in 2024

Grant Size Distribution

136 grants across all recorded years

Open Grants

4 open opportunities from Rush County Community Foundation Inc

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Foundation

Alex Workman Fund: Autism Speaks Through Technology

RUSH COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC

Amount

Varies

Deadline

February 17, 2027

Annual

Foundation

Community Grants

RUSH COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Annual

Foundation

Endowed Funds for Local Nonprofits

RUSH COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC

Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Annual

Giving History

Grant recipients and amounts by year

Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest recipients include Rec Building Holding Corp ($6,602,772), Rchs Activities Fund ($44,784), Boys & Girls Club of Rush County ($42,912).

Recipient	Purpose	Amount
REC BUILDING HOLDING CORP RUSHVILLE, IN	REC CENTER	$6,602,772
RCHS ACTIVITIES FUND RUSHVILLE, IN	STUDENT ACTIVITIES AND SPORTS	$44,784
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF RUSH COUNTY RUSHVILLE, IN	DEVELOPMENT AND ONGOING WORK	$42,912
ST PAUL'S UNITED METHODIST CHURCH RUSHVILLE, IN	FINANCIAL SUPPORT	$32,361
CLEAN GREEN RUSH RUSHVILLE, IN	CLEANUP AND ADVERTISING	$30,000
RUSHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY RUSHVILLE, IN	SUPPLIES AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT	$23,777
RUSH COUNTY SENIOR CITIZENS SERVICES RUSHVILLE, IN	FINANCIAL SUPPORT, WHEELCHAIR LIFT AND SERVICES	$21,377
EAST HILL CEMETERY CO RUSHVILLE, IN	HISTORIC MONUMENTS AND UPKEEP	$19,451
RUSHVILLE AMERICAN LEGION POST 150 LTD RUSHVILLE, IN	HANDICAP ACCESSABILITY	$18,690
RUSHVILLE ELEMENTRY SCHOOL RUSHVILLE, IN	STUDENT AND SCHOOL SUPPORT	$18,506

Leadership & Key People

Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings

Chris May: Executive Director
Lisa Benjamin: Marketing & Communications Officer
Kristina Amos: Program Officer

The organization is governed by a thirteen-member Board of Directors who determine policy, oversee endowment development, and provide organizational oversight.

Compensation Overview

From 2024 IRS filing

From 2024 filing

Name	Title	Hours	Compensation
BEN WICKER	BOARD MEMBER	1	—
PHILLIP KUHN	PRESIDENT	1	—
DAVE MALSON	BOARD MEMBER	1	—
KEITH PERIN	BOARD MEMBER	1	—
DAVID BURKHARDT	BOARD MEMBER	1	—
DENISE HOEING	SECRETARY	1	—
PHIL KING	TREASURER	1	—
LAURA ASH	VICE PRESIDENT	1	—
TONI SCHULTZ	BOARD MEMBER	1	—
GINNY FOSTER	BOARD MEMBER	1	—
KELLY MORGAN	BOARD MEMBER	1	—
DEVON NIEHOFF	BOARD MEMBER	1	—
ANGELA BANE	ADMINISTRATIVE AND ACCOUNT	35	$49,177
CHRIS MAY	EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR	40	$88,989

Recent News & Activity

Recent developments and announcements

The Rush County Community Foundation received $5,000,000 in new Lilly Endowment funding

Rush County Community Foundation Awards More than $64,000 in Fall Grants

Rush County received $500,000 in Lilly Endowment funding designated for homeowner repairs

RCCF to Receive $5,000,000 in New Lilly Endowment Funding - Rush County Community

2024

The foundation awarded nearly $1.1 million in total grants in 2024, including more than $64,000 in fall grants

Rush County Community Foundation Awards More than $64,000 in Fall Grants

2023

The foundation administers the Lilly Endowment Community Scholarship program, with recent recipients including Kelby Roberts (2023) and Jenna Lawler (2025)

Rush County Community Foundation Awards More than $64,000 in Fall Grants

Contact Information

Address: 117 N. Main Street, Rushville, IN 46173

Phone: (765) 938-1177

Email: info@rushcountyfoundation.org

Website: rushcountyfoundation.org

Subject Areas

Focus areas based on grantmaking activity

Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rush County Community Foundation Inc fund?

**Mission:** Cultivating resources to enhance life in Rush County. The foundation's stated mission is to serve donors, award grants and scholarships, and provide leadership to enrich and enhance the quality of life in Rush County, Indiana, for both current and future generations. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Education • Community Development • Human Services • Philanthropy and Voluntarism • Children and Youth Programs • Community Service Projects

How do I apply for a grant from Rush County Community Foundation Inc?

The Rush County Community Foundation has distributed over 200 permanent endowments ranging in value from $5,000 to millions of dollars. **Grant Activity:** • Total giving: $7,443,083 (based on most recent IRS 990 filing) • In 2024, the foundation awarded nearly $1.1 million overall, including more than $64,000 in fall grants • In 2023, the foundation distributed 111 scholarships and 213 grants **Recent Grant Examples (2023):** • Boys and Girls Club of Rush: $66,828 (Development, Games Room) • G…

Where does Rush County Community Foundation Inc make grants?

The foundation primarily funds organizations and individuals within Rush County, Indiana, though distributions can extend to other areas according to donor wishes.

What size grants does Rush County Community Foundation Inc award?

In 2024, Rush County Community Foundation Inc awarded 32 grants totaling $7.1M — an average of about $221K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.

What is Rush County Community Foundation Inc's EIN?

Rush County Community Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-1835950. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.