CBAP Projects Update: What Sparks Your Interest? 7th February 2022 The second Community Based Action Planning (CBAP) session took place on January 26 at Rushville’s City Center. We appreciate everyone who shared their time and talent! Several people who attended the fall session returned and new folks joined, too. This is EXACTLY what CBAP is all about. Showing up to do the work that’s most meaningful to you. When we say “work”, it shouldn’t feel like a chore. It should be matching your passions and skills for the good of the community and having fun along the way. Groups are not static. You may choose to shift groups as your interests evolve or as projects take place. New people can join in at any time. Anyone interested is welcome! No one person or organization is “in charge”. This is change being made by the community, for the community. RCCF is just helping bring everyone together and offering guidance through Ball State. Where do YOU want to fit in? Find the project(s) that sparks your interest. Reach out – info@rushcountyfoundation.org or (765)938-1177, and we’ll connect you to the group. The projects discussed and some of their ideas: Mental Health Working with schools Possibly offering journals Post-Secondary Skills / Trade Education Host a skills fair for youth Offer a School-to-Work program for student observation Internet Access Tech-fest to be held 4/30 Parks Programming Hold discussion with Parks Director to see what help is needed/wanted Appear before Parks Board meeting Tourism / Promotion Develop a website Develop a “brick and mortar” physical site for information distribution Downtown Beautification Establish micro grants program to assist property owners Talk to downtown merchants and property owners Identify business owners willing to start Local Pride Creating gateway signage for Rush County The next meeting is tentatively set for Tuesday, March 8th. Let us know if you’d like more info- info@rushcountyfoundation.org or (765)938-1177. Read the initial report. Donate online to the Rush to Action Fund, which supports these projects. Or mail your gift to: RCCF, 117 N. Main Street, Rushville, IN 46173. All gifts will be matched $1 for $1 until March 1st. Thank you for your support! Like this? Share it:
