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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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October 8, 2025
What inspired Hytrol and the other manufacturing partners to establish the Workforce Training Consortium Endowment?This endowment began with my grandfather’s belief that workforce development was the key to long-term community success. He understood that Hytrol’s investment in the workforce solely for the benefit of our company wouldn’t create the larger impact our region needed. By […]
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October 8, 2025
by Jessica Hughes Ford At the Johnson County Library in Clarksville, books are just the beginning. Today, the library has become a lifeline for residents seeking the skills and confidence to enter or reenter the workforce. For library manager Jimmy Ritchie, the mission is rooted in home. He grew up visiting this library with his […]
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October 8, 2025
by Andrew Parker, Executive Director at Be Pro Be Proud Arkansas Be Pro Be Proud Arkansas is a statewide workforce initiative designed to change perceptions of technical professions and connect students with high-demand, high-wage career opportunities. Founded in 2016 by the Arkansas State Chamber of Commerce and the Associated Industries of Arkansas, the program addresses […]
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