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