Fueling Futures.
In partnership with Eastern Illinois University and Lake Land Community College, we’re proud to offer annual scholarships, giving rural students the financial support they need to invest in their futures. Scholarships range from $1,000 to full cost of attendance and are available for both online and in-person schooling. Rural King associates and their dependents are encouraged to apply and take advantage of this incredible opportunity!
Popcorn Project.
When you grab a to-go bag of popcorn, you’re doing more than just treating yourself—you’re making a difference. For every bag sold, $1 is donated to the RK Foundation for Rural America, helping fund student scholarships and supporting meaningful programs like FFA and Habitat for Humanity.
ClassE.
ClassE is an entrepreneurial development class that aims to educate Coles County high school juniors and seniors about the opportunities and challenges of starting and running a new business venture. We expect that students who complete the class will go on to successfully run their own businesses.
In this experiential learning dual-credit class, the students are selected thorough and application process, and learn about what it is like to be an entrepreneur and start their very own business with fellow classmates, students will develop leadership and professional skills that are important for success. Through this program, we hope to create an intergenerational business success network that encourages students to remember their roots, resulting in potential businesses and job creation in Coles County, thereby securing its future health and economic vitality.
