In my family, doing good was about showing up.

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My dad, E. Paul Rathbun II, lived that truth every day—through his work, his friendships, and the way he quietly gave back to the Lansing community. When we lost him suddenly on August 21, 2021, everything stopped. And then, two days later, something started.

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The For Good Foundation was born from grief—but also from love. Love for a man who gave generously without needing credit. Love for the place we call home. And love for the idea that small acts of kindness, done consistently, can add up to something big.

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Now, I carry that legacy forward.

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I started this foundation to keep doing what my dad and I always believed in: building up our community, being present for people, and leading with heart. Being There Matters Most isn’t just a value at Rathbun Insurance—it’s a way of life. And it’s the soul of this foundation.

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We support local projects that matter. We lift up good people doing quiet, essential work. And we believe that everyone—no matter their story—has the power to do good.

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If that resonates with you, I hope you’ll join us. Through your support, your partnership, or your own everyday acts of kindness, you're helping write the next chapter of a legacy rooted in showing up—for good.

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— Ben Rathbun
Founder, The For Good Foundation