Encouraging, Empowering, Employing and Building the Community One Entrepreneur at a Time!

About Us

The Rickette Foundation is named in honor of entrepreneurs and philanthropists Gus W. Rickette and Mary F. Rickette, founders of Uncle Remus Saucy Fried Chicken restaurants in Chicago, IL. The Rickette’s philosophy is that:

  • local businesses strengthen neighborhoods
  • local businesses provide employment for its residents
  • helping other businesses and giving back to community is key to success
  • no one should go hungry or be denied food
A photo of Gus W. Rickette and Mary Rickette founders of Uncle Remus Saucy Fried Chicken.
A Gospel Concert ' Fit for A Legend' Celebrating Uncle Remus Founder Gus Rickette's 95th Birthday.

Rickette Foundation Gospel Concert

'Fit for a Legend' Celebrating Founder of Uncle Remus Saucy Fried Chicken Gus W. Rickette's 95th Birthday

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Rickette Foundation
Encouraging, Empowering, Employing and Building