Rice County Community Foundation

05/20/2026

There is something truly special about seeing local students celebrated by the community that helped raise them.

At the Farewell Awards Ceremony in Lyons, Kansas, the Rice County Community Foundation proudly recognized three deserving scholarship recipients who are ready to take their next steps with purpose and pride.

Gilberto Silva-Paez Jr. was awarded the Roth Family Scholarship.
Diego Gamez was awarded the Knight Family – K-State Scholarship.
Tiffany Cereceres was awarded both the Knight Family – Vo-Tech Scholarship and the LHS Class of 1961 Scholarship.

These students remind us why investing in education matters. Their hard work, character, and dreams reflect the strength of our community.

Congratulations to each of you — your future is bright, and your hometown is proud.

04/29/2026

Before ➡️ After!

Our Rice County Community Foundation display asked a simple but meaningful question: “If you had $1,000 to improve our community, what would you do?”

Students shared their ideas on sticky notes, and the most popular answer among Middle School and High School students was clear: improve roads! 🛣️

We loved seeing students think about local impact, lasting change, and what matters most to them in our community.

Thank you, Lyons High School, for including Rice County Community Foundation the opportunity to participate in your Career Fair and giving students the opportunity to share their voices. 💙💛



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04/21/2026

Right in the middle… and right where community comes together 💙

Bushton is proud to be the Geographic Center of Kansas—and now, there’s a marker to prove it!

This new landmark is more than just a sign… it’s a starting point. A place that has the potential to welcome hundreds—even thousands—as we begin sharing Bushton’s story across the state.

We’re excited to continue working alongside local partners to grow this into a destination right here in Rice County.

📍 Come stand in the center of it all—and see why Bushton is something special.

12/05/2025

BIG thanks to Ad Astra Radio and Kristi Showalter for inviting me to SHARE about our MATCH EVENT!!

‼️TODAY is the FINAL day to have your donation matched up to 50%‼️

www.uniteforricecounty.org is open for donations until 11:59 pm today🥰

12/03/2025

🙌🫶THANK YOU TO ALL WHO HAVE DONATED!

⏳ONLY 2 DAYS LEFT and we have a long way to go to reach our goal! NOW is the time to donate and have your dollars multiplied for the organizations/programs near and dear to your heart. We know times are tough; any amount will be matched turning even a small donation into BIG help for your favorite non profits.

🎁Have someone one your Christmas list who is hard to buy for?? Make a donation in their name and the gift will GROW.

Donate online at www.uniteforricecounty.org or stop in our office at 110 East Avenue South.

Our MATCH EVENT ends on Friday, December 5th at 11:59 p.m.

12/02/2025

Rice County Community Foundation is proud to provide this program locally! Stop in to learn more. This organization is participating in our MATCH EVENT...growing your gift to provide more opportunities in literacy! Donate at www.uniteforricecounty.org

Does your little one love the books by Anna Dewdney? See what happens when Llama Llama finds out he's being left with a babysitter!

12/02/2025

The Bear Cub Backers are participating on our MATCH EVENT!

✨ This Giving Tuesday, remember - small amounts make a BIG impact! ✨

When our community comes together, every single dollar helps create opportunities, support students, and strengthens the programs that make our school shine. 💛

No gift is too small. When we all give a little, we can change a lot.

Thank you for supporting our Cubs and the work we do! 🐾💛

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12/02/2025

Don't forget to come see us today!

12/01/2025

WOW, Rice County!! 💛✨
A huge THANK YOU to the 51 donors (and counting!) who have already given through our RCCF Unite for Rice County Match Event. Your generosity is making a real difference across our community.

Special shout-outs to:
🌟 Temp Aire for generously giving to multiple organizations!
🌟 Ty Buchanan - American Family Insurance for supporting the Dolly Parton Imagination Library Fund for two years in a row!
…and to every single person who has opened their heart (and wallet!) to lift up Rice County. 🙌

We have just 5 days left in the match event!
Donate now and watch your generosity multiply through our matching opportunity. 🎉
DONATE TODAY: www.uniteforricecounty.org

JOIN US on Giving Tuesday (Tomorrow 12/2) from 4-7 for our OPEN HOUSE with our "Signature Cider" and Snacks, opportunities to learn more from our participating nonprofits, and networking.

Unite for Rice County

11/26/2025

HAPPY THANKSGIVING, Rice County!! 🍁
As we head into the holiday, we’re feeling extra grateful for this community. Our office will be closed tomorrow and Friday, but the YOUR GENEROSITY doesn't pause.

You can DONATE ANYTIME ONLINE at www.uniteforricecounty.org

And don’t forget—NOW through Dec 5 is your chance to make an even BIGGER impact. Your gift supports the organization(s) of your choice and is MATCHED by the Patterson Family Foundation, so every donation grows.

Thank you for being part of what makes Rice County strong. 💛

11/24/2025

Our Match Event is OPEN NOW!! Let's make today a RECORD day in giving! Uniteforricecounty.org to donate online or in person at RCCF 110 East Ave. South. 🥰🫶