In the spring of 1984 the first Rex benefit was held. For the next 11 years, the Grateful Dead performed Rex benefit concerts across the country that resulted in over $7.2 million in grants to some 900 programs. In December 2001, the Rex Foundation initiated its renewal efforts and has since granted $947,000 to some 177 programs in the United States and internationally.

These grants have supported a broad spectrum of grassroots programs consistent with our core mission areas - our World of Giving. This world is quite extensive, where we've endeavored to spread seed-type support.

As a rider on the Rex Community Caravan's virtual bus, you are moving all of us forward through the realms of this world of giving:

• Healthy environment
• Individuality in the Arts
• Social & Economic Justice
• Preservation of Indigenous Cultures
• Strong Community
• Education of Children and Adults

Click above on each of the six different realms to see some examples of programs Rex Foundation grants have supported since 1984 in each of these realms. A number of beneficiaries could be included in more than one area, and there are many more listed throughout our website that challenge the use of categories and words. We hope this view of the Rex World of Giving conveys the rich diversity of our beneficiaries.

If you would like to get on board the Rex Community Caravan with your $5 or more donation, click here