About Us
A Few Words
About Us
Our Legacy
The Astor D. Rice Foundation embodies the spirit of its namesake, Astor Rice, a true pillar of his community who quietly and selflessly gave more than he had to ensure the well-being of his fellow community members. Founded by his son, King Rice, the Astor D. Rice Foundation continues to honor Astor’s legacy by serving the same Binghamton community where Astor raised his family of five.
In Astor’s name, our foundation is dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals and families in underserved neighborhoods where they live, work, and play. We do this by forming meaningful partnerships with community stakeholders and tirelessly working to promote citizenship, character, competency, and civility.
Welcome!
A Note from our Executive Director Amy Rice
Welcome to the Astor D Rice Foundation! As the Executive Director, I’m thrilled to lead a passionate team dedicated to making a positive impact in Binghamton. We strive to uplift and empower the community, and we’re excited about the future. Join us in creating a legacy of success and unity. Together, we can make a lasting difference.
Astor D. Rice Foundation
Our Approach
At the Astor D. Rice Foundation, we embed ourselves within the community to foster relationships, track progress, and offer support through our dedicated team of trained staff. We also collaborate with like-minded organizations as we strive to empower our constituency with the tools they urgently need to:
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Boost Self-Esteem and Set Goals: We help individuals set academic, financial, athletic, artistic, and personal goals, enabling them to realize their full potential.
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Develop Life and Leadership Skills: Our programs equip individuals with essential life and leadership skills, including active listening, critical thinking, decision-making, conflict resolution, effective communication, teamwork, planning, time management, and organization.
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Broaden Community Understanding: We encourage community members to be part of the solutions to local problems, fostering a deeper understanding of their neighborhoods.
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Take on Leadership Roles: We encourage individuals to assume leadership roles within the community and our organization.
Prioritize Literacy and Acceleration: Recognizing the importance of education, we focus on combating learning loss and accelerating educational attainment.
Serve as Positive Role Models and Mentors: Our foundation believes in the power of positive role models and mentors, inspiring younger peers and their communities.
Support Mental Health and Wellness: We are committed to fostering mental health and well-being throughout the community.
Drive Social Change: Our aim is to empower individuals to become agents of social change, addressing systemic problems in their communities.
What We Do
No two days are the same here
At the Astor D. Rice Foundation, we are not merely a charitable organization; we are a dedicated partner in the journey toward a better, more inclusive, and empowered community. Join us as we continue to build upon Astor’s legacy in Broome County, striving to create positive change one life at a time. Together, we can shape a brighter future for all.