Financial Assistance
that Grants Payson College Students Opportunity to Achieve Higher Education
Join us for our 6th Annual
Music in the Garden!
Every Saturday in August will be filled with a joyful evening of Live Music, Raffles, Goodies and Art for Sale, and more. Seating is limited – bringing your own chair is recommended. Admission is Free – Donations are accepted.
Providing Scholarship for Payson College Students
Our Mission is to encourage the ideals of higher education by providing scholarships and other services to the students of Gila Community College, Payson Campus. All donations stay local and go directly to scholarships for Payson Campus students pursuing career-based degrees.
Friends of Rim Country GCC is an Arizona tax-deductible charitable 501(c)3 organization.
500
Rim Country scholars awarded
$160,000+
awarded since inception in 2013
100%
public donations stay local
SUPPORT STUDENTS. KEEP YOUR TAX MONEY LOCAL.
We are an
Arizona Tax-Deductible Charity
By making a donation to Friends of Rim Country GCC you could receive a dollar-for-dollar credit on your Arizona state income taxes. The maximum deduction is $841 married, $421 single, or your actual tax liability. Your donation can be made in addition to Credit For Kids. Check with your tax planner for details.
Scholarship Recipient Stories
Changing Lives Through Local Payson Scholarships
“The scholarship that I received from the Friends of Rim Country greatly propelled my journey to higher education. Without their financial support I don’t think I would be where I am today. I am currently pursuing my degree in Nursing at Payson Campus and plan on graduating in May 2023. After graduation, I plan to start my medical career at Banner Payson Medical Facility.
Friends of Rim Country provided the financial assistance that I needed for Nursing School including books, tuition, and fees that I couldn’t otherwise afford on my own. Thank you, Friends Board Members and Donors, for your generosity.”
~ Olivia Hobson, Scholarship Recipient
Ways to Give
Support local students and talent by donating. Any amount helps empower students to access higher education and reach their dreams.
Scholarship Application
Scholarship Applications are available for Payson Campus students. Deadlines are March 30th and November 30th. View our online application for more information.
Events
Attend one of our many fundraisers throughout the year to raise money and connect with the Payson and Rim Country Community.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
