
Great Expectations Foundation
Every child’s story should be one of triumph.
Every communities story should be one of prosperity.

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 Cause
Great Expectations Foundation prioritizes organizations that focus on the lives of children regardless of their focus. In 2022 we opened up our arms to all charities in our local communities.

News
Recent Causes
- Cardinal Glennon Children’s HospitalCardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital recipient is located in St. Louis, MO At SSM Health Cardinal Glennon, they care for children of all ages from St. Louis, Missouri, Illinois, and from around the world. Their focus is on the overall health of their communities in addition to the health of the children living in them. InspiredContinue reading “Cardinal Glennon Children’s Hospital”
- Department of Veterans AffairsDepartment of Veterans Affairs recipient is located in Marion, IL Our Mission: To fulfill President Lincoln’s promise “To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan” by serving and honoring the men and women who are America’s Veterans. Their community goals align with that of the GreatContinue reading “Department of Veterans Affairs”
- We Are The 22We Are The 22 is located in Little Rock, AR Our Veteran Suicide Response teams are trained in ASIST and SafeTalk. Teams also receive in-house training, part of which includes material consulted by Dr. Irving Kuo, then Chief of CAVHS Mental Health Department. Not only that but we are currently poised to have 4 certifiedContinue reading “We Are The 22”

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
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. In 2022 to further the reach in their communities they opened grant opportunities to all 501(c)(3) organizations located in communities near the stores..
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