FRS is committed to supporting rural communities across the country by providing aid to enhance the quality of life. Through grants and other initiatives, FRS aims to foster development and ensure sustainable growth in these areas, focusing especially on communities served by NTCA members.
The James L. Bass Legal Scholarship honors the significant contributions of James Bass to the rural telecommunications industry, particularly in securing modern telephone services for rural areas and his long-term leadership within the NTCA. This scholarship supports students entering their first year of law school who have demonstrated an interest in rural communities, recognizing Mr. Bass's passion for the legal profession and his commitment to rural development.