Rural Community Alliance
We’re a statewide organization of rural community members who’s purpose is helping rural communities and schools survive and thrive. We advocate for policies that support and protect rural schools and public education as well as public revitalization.
1o Years of transformation: candace williams
Arkansas's rural residents are an economic powerhouse. The Rural Community Alliance builds the collective power of residents to effect change in rural communities. It is up to all of us to support those communities and make them communities of opportunity. Rural Community Alliance (RCA) executive director Candace Williams and Sherece share why building more prosperous rural communities is key to Arkansas's future success.
10 years of transformation: renee carr
Rural Community Alliance (RCA) is helping residents transform their rural communities into places where everyone can learn and succeed. RCA chief operating officer Rene Carr and Sherece discuss how the partnership between their organizations has strengthened RCA as a leader in building stronger communities across Arkansas.
rural community alliance: 15 years
Celebrating 15 years of rural advocacy, Rural Community Alliance reflects on its accomplishments and looks toward the future.
Public Schools By Choice
In education, we always hear the term “School Choice”, but what exactly does it mean?
Hats, Pies, & Fiddles: Strategies for Building a Rural School Foundation
An inside look at school foundations and their unique, community-minded activities in Reeds Spring and Alton, Missouri, and the Rural Special district in northern Arkansas. A film by Brandon Goodwin.
benefits of small schools
Small schools have many benefits. After hearing from students, teachers, and rural community members, a few things stand out.