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March 13, 2023

Since Danyelle Musselman moved to Arkansas, she’s found herself in a new position. Not only as the first lady of Arkansas Razorback basketball but now in a position to give. “I had a new problem all of a sudden, in that for the first time I really needed to get my charitable giving organized,” the […]

March 6, 2023

The recent one-year anniversary of the start of the Ukraine conflict and the earthquake that has devastated Turkey and Syria are causing many to explore ways they can help. In an era of abundant giving methods and unfortunately potential fraud, the Community Foundation is a source of reliability and expediency to help your clients act […]

February 1, 2023

If you’ve been tracking federal legislation, you’re likely aware that on December 29, 2022, President Biden signed a $1.65 trillion-dollar omnibus spending bill known as the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 (“CAA”).  A component of this legislation, known as “SECURE 2.0,” includes many provisions that make it easier for people to build retirement savings. Three […]

February 1, 2023

As economic times get tough, more and more people are asking how they can make the biggest difference right in their own backyard. Often, the greatest needs really are right here at home. Over the years, researchers have consistently validated the important emotional elements of giving to familiar and nearby organizations to foster the rewarding […]

January 9, 2023

“I worked for three years in a classroom as a preschool teacher, and I was good. I could go in a classroom and run it like the back of my hand, but I didn’t have a degree,” said Elizabeth Coakley. Coakley, now the Better Beginnings Coordinator at C.B. King Memorial School in McGehee, is a […]

January 4, 2023

January is a good time to start helping your clients plan for their annual giving. With the year-end flurry of donations still fresh in many clients’ minds, you may discover that clients will welcome your suggestion to make 2023 the year to get organized early, particularly as economic headwinds make planning especially important.  A conversation […]

January 4, 2023

Congress passed the much-anticipated, $1.65 trillion-dollar omnibus spending bill known as the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 (“CAA”) December 23, 2022. At more than 4,000 pages, the Act includes a wide range of provisions that impact multiple sectors.   Of particular interest to attorneys, accountants, and wealth managers who advise philanthropists are the provisions starting midway […]

December 5, 2022

It’s that time of year! Complete your year-end giving NOW to realize tax benefits for 2023. Here are some reminders for making sure that your gifts are recognized for the 2023 tax year: ADD TO AN EXISTING FUND: To learn more about the various assets you can use to give, review our guide to Contributing to […]

November 22, 2022

In fewer than five minutes with Jane Hunt you can feel her passion. Her positive energy and nature are palpable and before long, you’re wrapped up in one of the many causes she supports to help her community. Hunt is the daughter of Johnelle and J.B. Hunt, founders of J.B. Hunt Transport Services, Inc., one […]

November 22, 2022

A group of committed citizens in Horatio, Arkansas, decided to start improving early childhood development for their community. Through research and community data, they raised funds to create innovative solutions to address gaps in early development for the town’s children. Now, they are making a huge difference for children’s development and family health in this […]