FRS Events

Join your friends and colleagues at an upcoming FRS Fundraising Event

Interested in sponsoring an event? Contact

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FRS hosts fundraising events at most of the large NTCA meetings. The tickets and sponsorships for these events help us increase the visibility of FRS and raise funds for our programs. Attending these events is a great way to have fun in an informal setting while also supporting FRS activities that benefit rural communities and the people who live there. 

Live Country Music on the Cumberland River: An Evening Cruise with FRS Aboard the General Jackson Showboat

September 14, 2026 | 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Nashville, TN

$195 per person

$1000 – Reserved Table for Ten 
$1500 – Front Row Reserved Table for Ten 
Limited availability. Table reservations do not include entry to the event. Tickets are sold separately.

Join the Foundation for Rural Service (FRS) for a signature evening celebrating rural America — set against the rolling waters of the Cumberland River and Nashville skyline aboard the legendary General Jackson Showboat.

As the sun sets over the Nashville skyline, guests will enjoy an exclusive buyout cruise featuring complimentary beer and wine, a full spread of food (including salmon and brisket), and a live 5-piece country western band.

The night's entertainment features Nashville-based country artist Dylan Gerard — a Season 13 competitor on NBC's The Voice, where his blind audition turned two chairs and landed him on Team Adam Levine. Known for blending traditional country roots with soulful rock-influenced songwriting, Dylan brings his full 5-piece band to our event.

Round out the night with country western stage décor, a guest photo opportunity, and a one-of-a-kind boot and cowboy hat branding experience.

Proceeds from the evening support FRS programs that fund scholarships, community grants, and youth programming in rural America.

Add this special event when you register for Fall Conference.

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Above the City - FRS Fundraiser for the Tim Owens-Ron Laudner Memorial Fund

May 3, 2026
Boston, MA

Thank you for joining FRS for an evening at the View Boston. Your attendance supported the Tim Owens–Ron Laudner Memorial Fund, which makes it possible for FRS Youth Tour participants to experience world-class cultural and artistic opportunities unique to Washington, DC. Additionally, the fund provides scholarships to students from rural communities who are studying the arts and community grants to rural organizations dedicated to the arts.

Every gift to the Tim Owens–Ron Laudner Memorial Fund makes a difference. Donate today to empower the next generation and keep creativity thriving.

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Photo courtesy of Vecteezy.

FRS Rural Run/Walk 5K

September 1-30, 2026

Help FRS choose the official 5K shirt color for 2026 by completing the poll.

More information about our annual (virtual) 5K event is coming soon! 

 

 

FRS Cornhole Tournament

Sunday, February 22
Orlando, FL

Thank you for competing in the FRS Cornhole Tournament. Your participation supported FRS programs, including scholarship and community grants for rural America. Check back soon for upcoming events!

Telecom Prom: An '80s Celebration With FRS

Monday, February 23
Orlando, FL

Thank you for celebrating the '80s with us and making it a night to remember. Your attendance provided funds to FRS programs that sustain and enhance the quality of life in rural communities across the country. Check back soon for upcoming events!

FRS Celebrated Its 30-Year Anniversary with a Special Gala

Thank you to all donors, sponsors, and attendees, as well as auctioneer Carol Wagenson, who helped to make the FRS 30th Anniversary Gala a success.

 

FRS Gala Photos

Check out some photos from the FRS 30th Anniversary Gala.