05/01/2026
This month, we remember our founder, Mr. Leslie Rudd.
A Kansas native with a clear vision: invest in people who invest in themselves and in their communities.
Today, that vision stands stronger than ever.
With the addition of the Keeper of the Plains on our property, we’re reminded of something bigger than a single moment. The Keeper has long stood as a symbol of strength, resilience, and watchful guidance over Kansas. Now, it stands alongside a program built on those same values.
From the first 20 scholars in 2018 to more than nearly 300 and growing, Mr. Rudd’s impact continues to reach further than he could have ever seen.
But this is exactly what he built it for.
A legacy that doesn’t stand still. One that grows, gives back, and moves forward.