EDUCATION FOR EVERY CHILD
oUR FUTURE Is BUILT UPSTREAM
A message from Jacqui Dietrich
President and CEO, John T. Vucurevich Foundation
Rapid City, SD
A message from Chris Huber
President and CEO, Black Hills Area Community Foundation
Rapid City, SD
In Rapid City and across the Black Hills, we care about our community's future.
Education for Every Child is our community’s commitment to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn and grow.
We believe that when our community invests in students, teachers, and schools, we strengthen families, neighborhoods, our workforce, and our future.
We're proud to partner with educators, nonprofits, and community leaders to create opportunities that help every child succeed—because their success is our success.
We all have a role to play
What can I do?
VOTE FOR THE FUTURE OF PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Learn more about school initiatives and make a plan to vote on November 3rd.
CHAMPION A NEIGHBORHOOD SCHOOL
Whether you tutor, mentor, donate or organize a supply drive, your involvement makes a meaningful difference in the lives of our students.
SUPPORT EARLY LEARNERS
Starting Strong is a program that helps families afford pre-school. Your support can help ensure every child starts school ready to thrive.
Community support
Bill Gassen
Sanford Health President and CEO, RCAS Alum
Justin Warner
Food Network Star - Owner of Bokujo Ramen
Lara Roetzel
Pennington County States Attorney, RCAS Alum
Prestyn S.
Youth City Council, Youth School Board, Current RCAS Student
Jason Salamun
Rapid City Mayor, RCAS Alum
Dr. Jami Jo Thompson
RCAS Superintendent
Rowan Grace
Musician, RCAS Alum
Val Simpson
Community Champion
Whitney Rencountre
Crazy Horse Memorial, John T. Vucurevich Foundation Board
Helene Duhamel
Community Champion
Liz Hamburg
John T. Vucurevich Foundation Board
Show Your Support
Share Your Story
Record a 15 to 30-second video message about the importance of education.
When you picture Rapid City or the Black Hills 20 years from now?
What role does education play in building the workforce, leaders, and community we hope to see?
Recording Guidelines
- Use an iPhone or other smartphone to record a short video.
- Have a colleague or friend record if possible.
- Hold the phone vertically (portrait orientation).
- Record against a neutral background—no logos or special setup needed.
- Choose a quiet location for clear audio.
- Speak naturally and confidently, using your "teacher voice."
How to Submit
Submit your video using this DropBox Submission Link
March with us
Join us for the Education for Every Child March on October 24, 2026.
Stay Connected for Updates!
Sign up to receive event details as October 24, 2026 approaches.
Get a tshirt or yard sign
Wear it. Put it in your yard. Help us make support for education visiblle across the community.
COMING SOON.
Brought to you by
Education for Every Child is led by the John T. Vucurevich Foundation in partnership with the Black Hills Area Community Foundation, with creative support from Jackalope.