In 2009, Mrs. JoNell Mellody and then Superintendent Randy Hancock embarked on a mission to enhance

public education above and beyond traditional means. The Royse City ISD Education Foundation was formed and

has flourished into the go-to source of funds for our most innovative educators and programs. 

 

Since then a selfless group of volunteer directors generated and distributed more than $1 Million

to teachers, students, and campuses for innovative programming. In our inaugural year, 16 grants were awarded for 

a total of $29,424. That number climbed to more than $100,000 by 2022.

 

This growth is contributed to the dedicated directors who formed outstanding relationships

with generous donors throughout our community and region.