Impact

The Ripley County Community Foundation helps in four specific service areas:

• Arts & Culture – to expand the arts within the region and/or establish diversified and inclusive programs that offer widespread opportunities for participation and appreciation of culturally significant places, beliefs, and traditions.
  
• Education & Workforce Development –  to support the growth and success of local small businesses and entrepreneurs through opportunities that spark innovation, investment, and diversifies our local economy.  
  
• Health & Well-Being – to support the development of human capital through a strong educational system and a healthy lifestyle.
  
• Environment & Natural Resources – to invest in projects and programs aimed at expanding and protecting the natural landscape that surrounds us by increasing appreciation for, improvements to, and use of the natural environment.