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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 […]

December 2, 2025

Many people without children wonder how they want their legacy to take shape. Without the need to plan for biological heirs, they often have unique freedom to direct their resources, time, and values toward the broader community. In fact, Americans over 50 without children are more than four times as likely as parents to include […]

December 2, 2025

Every year, Americans give nearly 2% of the nation’s GDP to charitable causes—a testament to the generosity that fuels more than a million nonprofits. At the Community Foundation, we’re grateful for your trust as we help steward your giving with care and integrity. Our commitment is twofold: (1) to provide a home for your charitable […]

November 2025

Little Rock, Ark. (Nov. 21, 2025) – The Board of Directors of Arkansas Community Foundation today announced the selection of Jessica Hughes Ford as the Foundation’s next President and Chief Executive Officer. Ford succeeds outgoing CEO Heather Larkin, who will retire after 27 years of service to the Foundation. The leadership transition will take effect […]

If you work with business owners, it’s worth recognizing when a “charitable exit” opportunity arises. These rare but rewarding situations allow a client to give closely-held business interests to charity before a sale—often creating significant tax and philanthropic benefits. How it worksWhen a business owner donates shares to a donor advised fund at the Community […]

As tax laws shift under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) remain one of the most effective strategies for clients age 70½ and older to give wisely while managing taxable income. Why QCDs matter IRA assets—totaling nearly $18 trillion nationwide—are among the most heavily taxed upon withdrawal and inheritance. QCDs […]

Financial advisors know donor advised funds (DAFs) are powerful tools for clients who want to give strategically. What’s less known is how a DAF at the Community Foundation can serve as the foundation of a client’s entire charitable portfolio—combining flexibility, tax advantages, and community impact. Organize annual giving A DAF offers a simple way to […]

October 23, 2025

by Jessica Hughes Ford At Sylvan Hills High School in Sherwood, the future doesn’t feel distant. It hums in the hallways and feels very much present in the here-and-now. Students run gel electrophoresis in the lab, complete CPR and financial management training, and sit for mock interviews with local professionals. It is all part of […]