Great Expectations Foundation
Every child’s story should be one of triumph .
About Us
Our Beliefs
Great Expectations Foundation is a 501(c)(3) that was founded in 2011 by Larry and Sharon Carrico. Their mission is to provide funding for organizations within Rent One and RNR Midwest communities that focus on children’s education, fitness and wellness, along with their emotional and spiritual development.
How Can We Help You?
Any Size Organization
Great Expectations Foundation has donated to over 100 charities of variable sizes over the years. No organization is too big, or too small to be considered!
Any Size Donation
Great Expectations Foundation has given donations up to $25,000 and as little as $250. Each charity has different needs we are flexible to be able to match the charities needs.
Any Children’s Cause
Great Expectations Foundation believes all aspects of children lives are important in helping to provide a foundation for growth. We consider all charities that are children related regardless of their focus.
News
Recent Causes
- Sister Thea Bowman Catholic SchoolThe Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School is located in East St.Louis, IL. Their mission: to inspire, prepare, and empower kindergarten through grade 8 students in East St. Louis and surrounding communities, to become the next generation of wholesome, responsible, and dedicated leaders of their communities and of our world. Great Expectations Foundation rewarded them withContinue reading “Sister Thea Bowman Catholic School”
- Boys and Girls Club of Poplar Bluff MissouriThe Boys and Girls Club of Poplar Bluff is located in Poplar Bluff, MO. Boys & Girls Clubs of Poplar Bluff provides a safe place to learn and grow in a fun and safe environment. Children build ongoing relationships with caring, adult professionals through life-enhancing programs and character development experiences, which helps in building self-respect and positiveContinue reading “Boys and Girls Club of Poplar Bluff Missouri”
- Perry-Jackson Child Advocacy CenterPerry-Jackson Child Advocacy Center has locations in Pickneyville, IL and Murphysboro, IL The mission of the Perry-Jackson Child Advocacy Center is to coordinate a timely, comprehensive, and multi-disciplinary response to child sexual abuse and serious physical abuse allegations in a safe, agency neutral, child focused setting. Great Expectations Foundation rewarded them with a $1,000 grant toContinue reading “Perry-Jackson Child Advocacy Center”
Testimonials
What Organizations Say
We are so grateful to Rent One and their Great Expectations Program. The process of applying for these funds was very easy to navigate online, and their response to my request was almost immediate. This was so unexpected and appreciated!
Betti Mucha – Perry-Jackson Child Advocacy Center
Applying for a great to the Great Expectations Foundation was a rewarding process. It was great to be able to tell our story and have someone recognize and support our organization’s efforts in our community. The application is well thought-out and easy to follow, and allowed us to explain what project the Foundation will be contributing to as our grant partner.
Abbey Heuiser – Boys and Girls Club of Poplar Bluff
Have More Questions?
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