Ann Rhodes and Carol Green Rhodes established their charitable trust in 2010 as a tribute to their dedication to local arts and the community. Additionally, Ann's affection for animals, demonstrated by feeding wild animals in her backyard, reflects the trust's broader interests. The trust honors their legacy by supporting related causes.
The Ann L. & Carol Green Rhodes Charitable Trust outlines its grant program to support organizations engaged in arts, human services, and occasionally, animal-related charities. The grants aim to fund entities such as museums, theaters, performing arts organizations, and others that primarily bolster the arts. Also, it extends its support to human service organizations and selectively to animal welfare initiatives. Grant amounts usually range from $3,000 to $25,000, demonstrating a flexible yet impactful funding approach to organizations within its focus areas.