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February 5, 2026

A new year presents an excellent opportunity to check in on your charitable giving priorities. This is the case every year, but it is especially important in 2026 because of a few new tax laws that may impact charitable giving strategies for some people. Here are the changes that you’ll want to be aware of, […]

February 2026

Little Rock, Ark. (Feb. 2, 2026) – Arkansas Black Hall of Fame Foundation, in partnership with Arkansas Community Foundation, is providing funding opportunities for nonprofits that serve African American or underserved populations in Arkansas. Eligible nonprofits with programs focused on education, health and wellness, youth development, strengthening families and economic development are encouraged to apply. […]

January 2026

Little Rock, Ark. (January 21, 2026) – Arkansas Community Foundation is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a bold investment in the state’s future with more than $1 million in grants to Arkansas nonprofits and supporting a wide range of community needs in every corner of the state. The anniversary grantmaking recognizes both the Foundation’s historic […]

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) come up frequently in planning conversations, but the logistics can feel complex. Here’s a concise example to illustrate how to navigate them with confidence. Scenario: Margaret, age 74 and a longtime client, schedules a meeting to discuss charitable giving. She recently began taking required minimum distributions (RMDs) from her IRA and […]

The end of 2025 triggered an intense wave of charitable planning as high earners sought to maximize deductions before the 0.5% AGI “floor” and 35% “cap” took effect on January 1, 2026. Donor-advised funds (DAFs) played a major role, allowing clients to contribute assets in 2025 for optimal tax results, then recommend grants in future […]

January 2, 2026

The Future is Bright for Partnerships For Doug Seelicke at Stephens Inc., trust and stellar service strengthen advisor-client relationships. When it comes to philanthropy, professional advisors play a vital role in connecting clients’ financial goals with their desire to make a difference. For Doug Seelicke, an investment advisor at Stephens Inc. and a former attorney, […]

January 2, 2026

Tamara and Johnny Roberts make sure their giving is both intentional and impactful for their family. Tamara and Johnny Roberts believe generosity works best when it is intentional, organized, and shared across generations. As Chairman and former CEO of J.B. Hunt, Johnny is accustomed to structure and long-range planning. Tamara is the “CEO of the […]

January 2, 2026

From education to lifesaving equipment, Delta Area Community Foundation is investing in local solutions that bring hope, safety and opportunity across Desha and Lincoln counties. When the Desha County Sheriff’s Office received a grant to purchase its first two automated external defibrillators (AEDs), the impact was immediate and deeply personal. “Our patrol units are often […]

January 2, 2026

Ruth Wood’s century of generosity ensures students have the support they need to learn, belong and thrive. At 103, Ruth Wood of Eureka Springs still remembers the day a teacher changed her life. “When I was in college, I didn’t have any money,” Wood recalled. “A teacher loaned me some, and when I went back […]

December 2, 2025

Here are some reminders to sure that your gifts are recognized for the 2025 tax year: ADD TO AN EXISTING FUND To learn more about the various assets you can give, review our guide to Contributing to a fund. In order for charitable gifts into a fund to qualify for a charitable income tax deduction in the […]