RCCOO Launches "Get Groovy for School" Fundraising Campaign
- Donovan Bridgeforth
- 3 hours ago
- 2 min read
HENDERSON, Texas (TXAN 24) — The Rusk County Community Outreach Organization (RCCOO) is gearing up to make the upcoming school year brighter for local youth.
Driven by their core mission to empower youth, support families, and strengthen communities through outreach and resources, the organization has announced its "Get Groovy for School" Back-to-School Community Event.
Scheduled for Saturday, August 1, 2026, from 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM, the event will take place at Lake Forest Park, located at 1500 Lake Forest Parkway in Henderson.
This community gathering promises to be a vibrant, family-friendly day featuring food, drinks, bounce houses, activities, and live entertainment provided by a DJ.
To ensure the event's success and provide vital resources to families in need, RCCOO has set a fundraising goal of $15,000. These funds will directly support 200 local students by supplying them with the essential tools and experiences needed for a successful school year.
To maintain complete transparency with community donors, RCCOO has shared the exact breakdown of how the $15,000 campaign budget will be allocated:
200 Backpacks: $3,000
School Supplies: $4,500
Food & Drinks: $2,000
Bounce Houses & Activities: $1,000
DJ & Entertainment: $1,000
Volunteer T-Shirts: $750
Event Equipment & Permits: $1,250
Youth Scholarship Fund: $1,500
Total Goal: $15,000
RCCOO is calling on local businesses, organizations, and residents to invest in the future of Rusk County's youth. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (EIN: 33-1945286), all contributions are tax-deductible as permitted by law.
Sponsorship tiers have been designed to welcome support at every level:
Community Champion: $5,000+
Gold Sponsor: $2,500
Silver Sponsor: $1,000
Bronze Sponsor: $500
Community Friend: $250
Every donation, big or small, makes a lasting impact, according to organizers.
Donors can contribute via Cash, Check, Cash App, or other preferred methods. For quick digital giving, a Scan to Donate QR code is available on the event's official flyers.
For those interested in partnering, volunteering, or learning more about the event, the Rusk County Community Outreach Organization can be reached through the following channels:
Phone: 903-392-4369
Facebook: Rusk County Community Outreach Organization
By coming together, the East Texas community can ensure that every child walks into their classroom this August confident, prepared, and ready to learn. Together, we can make a difference.
