RCACF Awards $219,096 in Spring Grants

The Russell County Area Community Foundation (RCACF) is pleased to announce grants totaling $219,096 to support community development, education, health, and quality-of-life initiatives across Russell County.

Funding for this grant cycle was made possible through the generosity of multiple funds, including the Dane G. Hansen Foundation, Russell Schools Appleseed Fund, Kansas Health Foundation Children’s Fund, Russell County Disaster Relief Fund, Strategic Partnership for the Advancement of Russell County (SPARC) Fund, Russell County Public Health Fund, and the Myers Family Memorial Fund.

A highlight of this cycle is a $150,000 grant to Russell Development Inc. for the development of a Market Square in downtown Russell. The structure will serve as a central hub for community engagement and commerce, providing flexible, year-round infrastructure for farmers markets, festivals, and public events. This project is part of a broader effort to revitalize the downtown area and enhance community spaces.

Additional grants awarded include:

  • $20,000 to USD 407 for a Career and Technical Education Kubota training program
  • $11,775 to Russell PRIDE for historic designation of the Russell Main Street area
  • $10,260 to Russell County Rural Fire District #3 for personal fire gear
  • $10,000 to Arc of the Central Plains for an accessible ADA restroom at Russell Playpark
  • $9,222 to Russell Regional Hospital for ultrasound equipment
  • $2,339 to Russell County Childcare Coalition for outdoor activities for daycare providers (courtesy of the Myers Family Memorial Fund)
  • $2,000 to Russell County Leadership to create the Russell County Area Civic Stream to broadcast public meetings and related information
  • $1,500 to Smoky Hills Public Television (SHPTV) to purchase children’s books
  • $1,000 to Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas (DSNWK) for a hydration station
  • $1,000 to Russell Public Library to purchase health-related books (courtesy of the Myers Family Memorial Fund)

“These grants reflect our commitment to strengthening Russell County through strategic investments in community projects, education, and public health,” said Angie Muller, RCACF Director. “We are proud to partner with local organizations that are making a meaningful impact in our communities.”

For more information about the Russell County Area Community Foundation or its grant programs, please visit rcacf.org or contact the office at 785-445-3611.