Community
Giving Back
Beyond the stage, Rachel is deeply committed to giving back to her community through art, storytelling, and creative fundraising. From painting watercolors of local businesses during the pandemic to documenting the history of Georgetown's historic homes, her work celebrates and supports the people and places around her.
Georgetown Chamber of Commerce
2020 Citizen of the Year
During the COVID-19 shutdown, Rachel painted over 60 watercolor portraits of Georgetown buildings and sold more than 1,000 prints through her Art with Heart collection, raising over $10,000 for local downtown businesses. Her efforts earned her the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce's 2020 Citizen of the Year award and a Certificate of Recognition from the State of Texas, presented by State Representative James Talarico.
“It means I succeeded in bringing a bit of happiness to our community in a challenging time. But it was you — our community — that stepped up and made the Art with Heart Fundraiser such a success.”— Rachel Hancock
Community Initiatives
Art with Heart Georgetown
Painted 60+ watercolor portraits of Georgetown's historic square storefronts and sold over 1,000 prints at $10 each, with 100% of proceeds going directly to the featured local businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic. Raised more than $10,000 for the community, with future profits donated to the Downtown Facade and Sign Grant Program.
Historic Homes Video Series
Created and hosted "Something Social," a 12-episode video series highlighting historic Georgetown homes and their stories. Partnered with local videographers to explore homes through the eyes of their owners, preserving Georgetown's rich history for the community.
Art Exhibition at Georgetown Library
Displayed the complete Art with Heart Georgetown collection at the Georgetown Public Library, making the artwork accessible to the entire community and celebrating the local businesses that make Georgetown's downtown square special.
In the Press
In the Community
