The Rural History and Culture Association (RHCA) provides a number of services on an at-cost basis to rural communities and organizations. These services are informed by the RHCA’s philosophy of grassroots empowerment and assist in creating and building capacity in areas such as tourism, economic development, community re-vitalization, building bridges between generations and attracting new clients and volunteers to rural organizations and new citizens to rural communities.
RHCA services can range from something as small as producing a community brochure to planning and management of a large event like a weekend community festival. Potential services are outlined below. Click on the category title for complete information on each service area.
These services are provided on a at-cost basis to rural communities and organizations but higher rates are charged to senior levels of governments and to for-profit businesses and corporations. Contact the RHCA to discuss how your community or organization can benefit from these services.
Research and Development
Some communities are looking for a direction to go in, while others have a good idea what they would like to do but are having trouble turning ideas into action. RHCA’s research and development services outline practical and cost-effective options that are the first step to getting the show on the road. These services include:
Historical Research and Writing
Feasibility Research
Grant Application Writing
Building Capacity, Sustainable Funding Strategies and Fundraising Proposals
Communication Plans
Organizational and Motivational Seminars
Planning and Event Management
The RHCA can facilitate the organization and execution of many different kinds of projects including:
Historical Re-enactments
Community Festivals and Special Events
Training Seminars for volunteers and staff
Conferences, Seminars and Exhibits
Guided Tours
Self-guided Tours
Trade Shows and Fairs
Interpretive Signage
Promotional events such as media conferences and publicity events
Promotional vehicles such as brochures, media releases, advertising, web-sites, flyers and program guides