• David Cicero, Chair
• Sue Silliman, Vice Chair 
• Thomas McGill, Treasurer
• Richard Mosley
• Mark Cayce
• Fred Dietrich
• Diana Duke
• Blake Fain
• Bernie Hendrick
• Paul Lindsey
• Linda Martin
• Angela Pryor
• J. David Reynolds
• Kathy Boyette
• Valerie Wilson
• Glenn David Woods

• Giving Tree Grants
  
  Dates TBD
  
  Funding available for general charitable purposes. Learn more here.

• Spring Scholarships (for 2012-2013 school year)
  
  December 31, 2011 - March 1, 2012

Ouachita Valley Community Foundation has several different scholarship opportunities available. 

McGill Family Scholarship

For more information reguarding this scholarship, please contact Angela Hobbie at (870)836-6980 or by email at ouachitavalley@arcf.org.

Dr. Judy Abbott Memorial Scholarship

This is a two year scholarship createn in memorium for Dr. Judy Abbott. 

Dr. Judy Abbot was born and grew up in Sparkman, Arkansas.  She graduated from Sparkman High School in 1968 as Valedictorian of her class. Her dreams and desires were realized with hard work, sacrifice and help from others. She was determined to put her talents to use serving and caring for all people.  She accomplished this with determination and dedication.  She strongly believed that education was of great importance to everyone.  Her main goal in life was to serve and help others which she did unselfishly and with humility.  Above all Judy's life was guided by her Christian beliefs.  Her love for the Bearden community was paramount.  She gave this scholarship in hopes that others could have the opportunity, not only to better their lives, but to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

If you are interested in this scholarship opportunity, please contact Angela Hobbie at (870) 836-6980 or by email ouachitavalley@arcf.org

Ouachita Valley Community Foundation is excited to announce the return of our Science Initiative for Middle Schools (SIMS) program. Each year, we join Arkansas Community Foundation’s 27 local offices across the state in awarding special $500 minigrants to help middle school science teachers get the materials they need to give their students hands-on learning experiences. A local committee from Ouachita Valley Community Foundation will be awarding grants to teachers right here in Ouachita and Calhoun Counties, and we want you to apply!

Who’s Eligible:

5th-8th grade science teachers at public schools in Ouachita and Calhoun Counties are eligible to apply.

(Other Arkansas Community Foundation local offices are also accepting SIMS proposals in their areas – if you know someone in another county who might be interested, refer them to our website, www.arcf.org, for more information.)

When Can I Apply?

The application period is JUNE 1 – OCTOBER 1, so you can apply during the summer break or after school starts in the fall.

How Do I Apply?

For the past three years, we’ve partnered with national nonprofit organization DonorsChoose.org for our application process. DonorsChoose specializes in connecting teachers with people who want to support their classroom projects. When you submit your SIMS proposal through DonorsChoose, it’s also visible to thousands of other donors across the nation who may also want to support your project!  When you’re ready to apply, you’ll create a profile for yourself on the DonorsChoose website and begin your project proposal. During the application process, you’ll be asked to shop for up to $500 worth of materials you need for your project. If your proposal is selected, your supplies will be shipped directly to you at your school.

If you have any questions, please contact Angela Hobbie at  (870)836-6980. You can also email her at ouachitavalley@arcf.org.