By Lesley Roberts, Philanthropic Advisor At the Community Foundation, we help individuals, families and businesses support the causes they care about—today and for the future. When you establish a donor-advised fund or other type of fund, you likely have favorite charities in mind. Our team can help you continue supporting those organizations and introduce you […]
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September 29, 2025
Provision 88 is a food pantry serving the Jonesboro area. It’s also a place of hope, dignity, and choice for those in need. What began inside the Refuge Church of the Assemblies of God quickly outgrew its original space, where volunteers had to set up and break down the pantry each time it operated. Recognizing […]
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By Lesley Roberts, Philanthropic Advisor Corporate giving just got more complex. Here’s what business owners need to know about the One Big Beautiful Bill Act: 1. A new “floor” arrives in 2026. Charitable gifts won’t be deductible until they exceed 1% of taxable income. Example: A company with $100 million in taxable income must give over […]
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By Jody Dilday, Philanthropic Advisor With new tax laws swirling, many advisors are asking: “Did the rules change for Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs)?” Here are four key reminders: 1. Rules are unchanged. Taxpayers 70½+ can still direct up to $108,000 from an IRA to a qualified charity, including some funds at the Community Foundation. 2. QCDs […]
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By Ashley Coldiron, Chief Development Officer Since the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) became law on July 4, 2025, one question keeps coming up: “What does this mean for charitable planning?” Here are three high-level reminders to keep in mind as you guide your clients: 1. “I’ll be back.” While OBBBA extended many favorable provisions—like […]
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September 5, 2025
What began as a small community garden in Columbia County has grown into something much bigger, a thriving food production garden with a mission to feed both body and spirit. At Southern Arkansas University (SAU), this garden now supplies fresh produce to the Mulerider Market, a free ”store” where students can access healthy food with […]
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August 2025
Search for new leader begins as Community Foundation approaches its 50th anniversary LITTLE ROCK, AR, (Aug. 21, 2025) – Arkansas Community Foundation announced today that longtime President and CEO Heather Larkin will retire at the end of 2025, concluding 27 years of dedicated service to the Foundation, including 17 years as its chief executive. Larkin’s […]
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August 1, 2025
by Jody Dilday, Philanthropic Advisor Succession planning isn’t just for businesses—it’s key to building a lasting philanthropic legacy. Our team at the Community Foundation can help structure provisions for your donor advised fund to engage your family, tap the Foundation’s expertise, or a combination of both, so that your charitable fund becomes a multi-generational legacy […]
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August 1, 2025
by Lesley Roberts, Philanthropic Advisor As students return to class, our thoughts turn to how Arkansas is faring in this critical indicator. If education and related causes are important to you, the community foundation can help you explore a variety of ways to make an impact. Here are three ideas to inspire a deeper discussion: […]
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August 1, 2025
by Ashley Coldiron, Chief Development Officer The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, brings significant updates to charitable giving rules. We’re here to help you and your advisors make the most of them. Key planning points: 2025 may be the year to “bunch” your giving. With the standard deduction […]
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