June 2020

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JUNE 2020

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“Imagine all the people living life in peace… Happy Father’s Day - We love our dads!
You may say I’m a dreamer, but I’m not the only one.
I hope some day you’ll join us, and the world will be as one.” publisher/owner

- John Lennon Michele Towne
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IMAGINATION IS a fundamental < and incredibly inspirational >
building block for life. John Lennon encouraged peace + unity during a time Kim Meyer-Webb
of global dissonance; Imagine remains an iconic statement. [email protected]

This kind of art strengthens communities and reflects our socioeconomic art director
diversity. Despite the recent separation + isolation mandates, music must
be made. Platforms like ZOOM, originally created for business meetings, Annie St. Pierre
are being utilized for social gatherings of the human spirit. Imagine the [email protected]
possibilities - when connections are so critical to our very existence. In a
bold initiative to Reimagine Our Cultural Future, the Arkansas Arts Center is production manager &
a catalyst for cultural and economic development as its construction project graphic designer
continues in the heart of the Capital City. The vision for the Arts Center to
enrich the lives of all Arkansans is unwavering; the investment in the future Deanna McGill
is timeless. [email protected]

This month we celebrate gentlemen – fathers, brothers, buddies, friends – senior account executive
who remind us that integrity and ingenuity bring dreams to life. Benevolent,
bold leadership guides us with reassuring clarity that we’re in this together, Shelly Chapel
for the better. [email protected]

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What’s
INSIDE

16 19 #Making Philanthropy Fun
21 ACCESS Cup Celebration
25 Arkansas Sports Hall of Fame

Induction Ceremony
27 The Girl Scouts Big Brunch
28 Benton Chamber Annual Banquet
29 Hot Springs Jazz Society Mardi Gras
34 AEDD Driveway Social

PROFILES

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Van Tilbury - Arkansas Arts Center

20
Kelli & Mason Miller - ACCESS

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Perry Wilson - Economics Arkansas

SOCIAL LIFE&BEAUTY

8 22 Nick Brown - Southwest Power Pool
Arkansas Prostate Cancer 26 Furever Friends
Foundation Reception 30 The Hot Springs Giving Circle

10 ON THE COVER
Susan G Komen® Arkansas Virtual Van Tilbury
Pink Pump Run Challenge Photography by Dero Sanford

12
Turning Pointe Gala

14
Tabriz 2011

18 ACANSA Charlotte Gadberry
Awards

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Mark Williamson, Jerry Kossover Bill Johnson, Ron Rainey Jack Critcher, Ronnie Dedman, Morris Williams Jr. Mellissa Stiles, Ryan Miller, Cara Clements

Mark & Alison Hayes Finley Hair, Susan & Michael Desselle Melinda Faubel, Cecilia Venema Dave Duke, Bobbi Patterson, Alan Crancer
Melissa & Tom Courtway
ARKANSAS PROSTATE CANCER Terri Beiner, Chris Collier Jay Hartman, Doug Warner
FOUNDATION RECEPTION

Friends of the Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation gathered at
the Arkansas State University System Office for a reception that
commemorated the 20th anniversary of the organization. The
evening also introduced the 2020 Blue Ribbon Bash Honoree
Arkansas Municipal League Executive Director Mark Hayes,
who acts as an advocate for the Arkansas Prostate Cancer
Foundation. Established in 2000 by six community leaders, the
Arkansas Prostate Cancer Foundation educates and encourage
men and their families through the cancer journey.

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Mery & Marc Barber Matt Keil, Don Warden Kathy Friend, Chris Ames Tim & Terri Langford Dan & Donna Bartell

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Pink Pump Run Cart Allison, Julie, Jason & Laine Farrar Wilson & Walter Trulock

John Allen Stacy & Madelyn Wilson Pink Pump Run Bib Paula & John Volpe
Kristin Trulock
SUSAN G. KOMEN® ARKANSAS
VIRTUAL PINK PUMP RUN CHALLENGE

Friends and patrons of Susan G. Komen Arkansas enjoyed an Komen Pink Pump Run
afternoon of pink fun – while practicing social distancing – to
show support for survivors and patients living with the disease and
celebrate the organization’s most recent initiative. The Virtual Pink
Pump Challenge encourages Arkansans to “strap on heels and run
a quick dash… video the fun… post to Facebook…,” notes Komen
Arkansas Executive Director Amy Treadway. Videos shared on the
Komen Arkansas Facebook page were eligible to win a family four
pack to any of the 2020 Arkansas affiliate events.

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Greg Trulock “Finish Breast Cancer” April, Jane & Paul Wurtz Heston, Marc, Sawyer, Amber & Marley Bag
Paula Volpe Photography
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Sophie Sikes
Allie Farrar
Nicole Civic
Sidewalk Graffiti (chalk art)

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Drew Benham, Sheffield Duke Chase Calhoun, Brenda Munguia Amy & Lars Turpen, Amy Hester Roman & Alexandra Ratycz, Oksana & Stepan Melnyk

Katie Beck, Mary Lewis, Angela Lowther, Elizabeth Micheal Bob Harrison & Betty Brinkley Harrison, Stacy & Ivan Wilson Aldrin Vendt, Deanna Stanton, Matt Larson, Hannah Bradshaw

TURNING POINTE GALA

Friends and patrons of Ballet Arkansas gathered at Chenal
Country Club for an evening of cocktails, dinner and dancing to
celebrate the organization’s continued efforts to bring ballet to
all Arkansans. Highlights included a lively auction and preview
performances by Ballet Arkansas dancers. Clark Trim of Colonial
Wines & Spirits was recognized with the Above the Barre
Award for extraordinary community service and arts advocacy.
Proceeds support Ballet Arkansas upcoming performances and
related events.

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Catherine & Michael Fothergill Wake & Emily Young Lauren Yordanich, Zeek Wright

Dorothy Morris, Scot Key Kaley Kirkman, Leah Morris, Patricia, Todd & Isabel Farnsworth Paul Tillman & Megan Hustel-Tillman, Jeanne Anson
Meredith Loy

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James Bobo ‘05 MBA

Photography by Dero Sanford

Why UA Little Rock?

“ I was born and raised in Little Rock, and I’m also a
product of Little Rock public schools. I graduated from
the best high school in the city - Little Rock Central
High School in 1973. Go Tigers! I was raised in a
single parent home with one sister and two brothers.
My grandmother also lived with us. Although we
were really poor growing up, we had the best mom
in the world; she always made us feel like we were
“somebody!” I moved to Chicago to live with my dad
for a short time in the late 70s. After returning to
Little Rock, my friends would say I was there long
enough to have picked up a Midwestern dialect.
I chose to attend UA Little Rock after graduating
high school because tuition was reasonable, the
convenience of living at home and the ability to
work part-time. I chose mechanical engineering
technology as my major, completing most of the
required curriculum prior to going to work for Entergy
Arkansas in 1978. I started work in a power plant as
an operator and ended up putting college on hold
for several years. Throughout what became a 38
year career with Entergy, I also worked in nuclear
design engineering, training & process improvement,
customer service, and regulatory services.
Although I did not receive my undergraduate degree
from UA Little Rock, I returned to complete my MBA
through the Executive MBA Program in 2005. I found
the College of Business has some of the greatest
professors, who genuinely care about their students
as well as their success after graduation. I’ve remained
friends with a few of them to this day! As a result, I
think that my analytical and leadership skills were
greatly improved throughout the remainder of my
career with Entergy and now, in my service to my
community.
I truly love my UA Little Rock connections
and currently serve as president of the Alumni
Association. I’m also an elder at Fellowship Bible
Church and a board/executive committee member of
the Arkansas Repertory Theatre. I am also chairman
of the Little Rock Diamond Foundation, a nonprofit
organization that operates in alliance with my
fraternity Kappa Alpha Psi to provide much needed
mentoring, leadership training and other life-skills
training to the young people within our communities.
I’m married to my wife Rose, and we have four
“children and 14 grandchildren that we love spoil!

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Sam & Lisa Baxter Sandra & Bob Connor Derek & Heather Owens, Todd Bagwell Christine & Jeff Gardner, Stacy & John Fletcher

Eileen & Ricardo Sotomora Chucki Bradbury, Missy & Philip Anderson Christine Bailey, Greg Phelan Patti Womble, Chuck & Terri Erwin
DruAnn & Barry Baskin
FROM THE ARCHIVES
TABRIZ 2011

Chairmen Lisa & Sam Baxter welcomed guests to the Arkansas
Arts Center for this iconic biennial gala. Inspired by 19th
century French Impressionism, Creative Director Todd Bagwell
transformed the atrium into en plein air Parisian evening of
delights. Highlights of the live auction included a trip to Cabo
San Lucas and a Kenyan safari. Proceeds of more than $610,000
support the organization’s vision to bring art to all Arkansans.

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Jim & Cindy Shenep Renee Rittelmeyer, Mary Ann Gammill

Steve & Trish Roberson Terri Snowden, Harriet Stephens Daniel & Tiffany Robinson, Clea Bunch, Bob Hupp Marty & Tricia Rhodes, Dennis & Barbara Mills

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Arkansas
CAMPAIGN for Our

CENATRETRSCULTURALFUTURE
By KIM MEYER-WEBB
Photography by DERO SANFORD

Shot on location at the Arkansas Arts Center – special thanks to Erik Swindle

SITUATED IN the heart of MacArthur Park, Rock Regional Chamber Executive Committee,
the Arkansas Arts Center construction project is we realize we cannot retain and grow existing
impressive as work remains steady + constant. businesses or recruit and grow new businesses if
Plans to welcome guests to the reimagined Arts we do not provide quality of place through arts
Center in 2022 include showcasing its rich history and culture,” Van explains. “As a businessman
and introducing new amenities that strengthen the dependent on an economy that is always growing
community. East Harding Construction President and renovating its built environment, the Arts
& CEO Van Tilbury is well-positioned to take the Center strengthens our quality of place and
lead as president of the Arkansas Arts Center economic impact through tourism, business
Board of Trustees next month. He believes in retention and business recruitment.”
the transformative power of art to enrich the
lives of all Arkansans and stimulate the economic The façade of the original 1937 Fine Arts
prosperity of the Capital City. Building is central to the reimagined structure,
which will prominently feature the permanent
Since its inception, the Arkansas Arts Center has Arkansas Arts Center 14,000 piece collection.
been a place to celebrate and foster the arts. What The 137,000 square-foot complex will include
began at the turn of century as the Fine Arts Club performance halls and museum school as well as
of Arkansas continues to evolve into a reflection a “cultural living room” for gathering space and
of the socioeconomic diversity of Arkansas. “We revitalization of the MacArthur Park campus.
believe in community first and ensuring the Arts Campaign for Our Cultural Future Chairmen
Center is a welcoming and inspiring place to Harriet and Warren Stephens continue their
see, make and enjoy art,” explains Arkansas Arts steadfast commitment to the Arts Center and
Center Executive Director Victoria Ramirez. “This its sustainability for future generations. Victoria
means reaching and engaging a broad audience, notes, “We are so grateful for their support
from the young to the young at heart. Our board and dedication toward this $128 million capital
of trustees provides a vital link to the needs and campaign. We simply wouldn’t be where we are
interest of our community. Van will be integral in today without their leadership.” Van adds, “The
providing guidance and advice.” City of Little Rock is also a lead investor in the
project and now we need every member to make
At the grand opening more than 50 years an aspirational investment in the new Arkansas
ago, the vision of the Arkansas Arts Center - as Arts Center. We are also implementing our plan
a beacon for arts education as well as a catalyst to reach every community and every demographic
for cultural and economic development - was to demonstrate that their investment is important
established and remains unwavering. Van and our Arts Center is inclusive. This will
recognizes this intrinsic value and potential. continue the legacy of education, instruction and
“Quality of place is critical to the economic vitality inspiration for all Arkansans.”
of Central Arkansas. As a member of the Little

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ACANSA CHARLOTTE
GADBERRY AWARD

Friends and patrons of ACANSA gathered to celebrate Jay Heflin, Sarah Heflin Corky Patton, Rick Fleetwood Don & Dee Riggin, Jay Clark
this year’s Charlotte Gadberry Award recipient
Sharon Heflin. ACANSA introduced the Charlotte
Gadberry Award three years ago, serving as an annual
distinction for devoted Arkansans. Highlights from the
evening included live entertainment by Broadway star
Analisa Leaming. Proceeds support the organization’s
continued mission fulfillment work that is dedicated
to cultivating a more dynamic community through
the arts, fostering creativity and enriching the cultural
vitality of the region.

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Sharon Heflin, Ellon Cockrill Ruth Shepherd, Dawn Prasifka & Ken Harrison Paul & Linda Leopoulos Pam Ritchie, Charlotte Gadberry, Jay Gadberry

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Ann Rowell Erica Phillips, Chere Marshall
Methodist Family Health Arkansas Children’s

#MAKING
PHILANTHROPY FUN

From healthcare to education and
empowering fellow Arkansans, the
mission fulfillment work of nonprofit
organizations is unwavering. This
steadfast commitment improves lives and
the vitality of our community. These are
just a few photos celebrating Capital City
civic servants; there are countless others
dedicated to the vision of a bright future.
Let’s get social + stay connected - share
with #MakingPhilanthropyFUN.

Megan Tidwell
ACCESS HOPE Project

Elizabeth Eskew Beth Mason, Natalie Ghidotti , Aaron Lubin,
Arkansas Enterprises for the Laura Lee Neldon, Debbie Davis
Developmentally Disabled Rotary Club of Little Rock

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BINGOFOR HOPE

BACINCEGSOS

BASH
garners
support
for student
scholaships

By DEANNA MCGILL
Photography by SARAH ODEN

THE RESILIENCE of their friends along as
children is marveled by supporters. This year,
almost everyone, especially the couple will host
those who work and Bingo Bash to raise funds
volunteer for ACCESS – a and garner support.
school committed to offering “It has been a fun way
evaluation services, education, for us to combine our
therapy, training and activities love for ACCESS into
for individuals with language one beneficial goal,”
and learning disabilities. Mason explains.
Despite the challenges that many students face, children at ACCESS shine as they The guidance that ACCESS provides to families in the state is unrivaled in
define and achieve their own success. Arkansas, or even the region. Programming spans to meet the needs of preschool
clients and their parents as they grow and develop despite speech struggles, to adult
Kelli and Mason Miller have witnessed the hope that comes with the complete clients that have opportunities for independence and purpose in life. ACCESS walks
portfolio of services that ACCESS provides. After completing her education as an with families through their journey with the most innovative resources to help build
occupational therapist, Kelli knew she wanted to work at ACCESS. She explains, brighter futures.
“I get to play with the best kiddos every day and help them learn how to become Organized by the young professional auxiliary, proceeds from Bingo Bash
more independent – I come up with the treatment ideas and they make my job support scholarships for families who require financial assistance. This casual,
fun!” Empowering students as they build confidence and competence, and in turn fun and competitive fundraiser brings out the kid in everyone. A lively game of
developing future opportunities, is what ACCESS does best. bingo adds lots of anticipation to the fundraiser. Other highlights include exciting
raffles, fabulous food, prizes and entertainment. It’s an evening of fun that invites
Her husband Mason learned about ACCESS through Kelli’s work, and became community support, in additional to faithful supporters like the Millers and other
an ACCESS parent when both of their children received services through the devoted families, so that ACCESS continue to evolve to meet the increased needs of
Early Childhood Program. He has experienced the impact of the organization our community.
and is committed to its present + future. Since, he has served on the ACCESS
Development Council as well as the committee for Bingo Bash and brings all

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The Zellmer Family The Ramsey Family

The McNulty Family

ACCESS CUP
CELEBRATION

This year, friends and families celebrated The Whiteside Family
the annual Harriet & Warren Stephens,
Stephens Inc. ACCESS Cup golf
tournament with a virtual day of giving
rather than the traditional golf tournament.
With a matching grant of $5,000 from The
Rebsamen Fund, proceeds of more than
$80,000 support the mission fulfillment
work of ACCESS – offering full-time
education, therapy, training and activities
for children and youth with learning
disabilities.

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Photography by DERO SANFORD SOUTHWEST POWER POOL
A Legacy of Service
FOR MORE than three decades, Nick Brown
helped supply electricity to the 18 million residents
in the Southwest Power Pool service area. At a
company where business + civic leadership blend
seamlessly into improving the lives of Arkansans,
Nick’s tenure with the organization leaves an
irrefutable legacy in the community.

Southwest Power Pool was established with a
mission that power drives the present and the future.
“We are about the power of relationships,” notes
Southwest Power Pool President & CEO Barbara
Sugg. “Empowering others guides our community
service. We strive to help meet the most fundamental
needs – things like hunger, housing and education.
We believe if those needs are met, people will be
better equipped to further improve their own lives
and multiply our efforts by helping others.” Nick
adds, “We are all in this community together and we
encourage employees to find a cause with which they
have a personal connection.”

Nick retired from Southwest Power Pool in
April after nearly 35 years with the organization.
Throughout his career a constant remains - strong
partnerships are the key to a bright future. “Culture
is the ultimate strategy. When culture is well-aligned
with a business model, regardless of the business,
it creates an almost unstoppable organization.” As
CEO, he encouraged colleagues to be “truly happy
and live outside of themselves for the benefit of
other people.” This translates into “happy employees
and hardworking volunteers in the community.”

Highlights of the company’s philanthropy include
invaluable support for the Heart of Arkansas
United Way as a Corporate Cornerstone member,
which allocates Southwest Power Pool employee
contributions to nonprofit organizations affiliated
with United Way. Nick explains, “I’m a firm believer
in this form of giving of time and money because
of the holistic approach to community need and
volunteer oversight.” And a well-established
partnership with the Arkansas Foodbank Summer
Cereal Drive helps provide families facing food
insecurity with cereal at its 324 member agencies.

Personally and most recently, Nick introduced
strategic collaboration into lifesaving services that
CARTI Cancer Center provides. He explains, “It
aligned the organization into an enormously talented
team treating cancer in one place – cancer focused,
patient centered.” It’s this kind of vision and the
value of community engagement that Southwest
Power Pool reflects in every aspect of its business
model. “Find an organization that needs you and
what you uniquely bring to the table – then dig in
and make it better.”

Barbara notes, “Southwest Power Pool had many
milestone achievements under Nick’s leadership,
but you can trace them all back to his commitment
to our culture and core values like accountability,
continuous improvement and collaboration. Because
he encouraged all employees to understand and
demonstrate these and other core values every day,
we experienced an unprecedented track record of
growth and success during his tenure.” Nick adds,
“Our core ideology is simple: do the right thing, for
the right reason and in the right way.”

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By DEANNA MCGILL
Photography by DERO SANFORD

EDUCATION, ECONOMICS and welfare of fellow how our world works and why we do the things we do. and was recognized posthumously as a lifetime board
Arkansans are Wilson family values. Nearly a century Once students realize that, a lightbulb comes on. That of directors member. The family’s strong tradition of
ago, the family established a private foundation for the knowledge is enormously empowering and liberating.” economic education in the classroom is steadfast.
purpose of cultivating opportunities and accessibility. As
chairman of Economics Arkansas Board of Directors, One of the most effective and popular Economics Through Perry’s leadership, the foundation launched
Perry Wilson continues his family’s pragmatic approach Arkansas initiatives is the Stock Market Game™. The Legacy Campaign as a way for Economics Arkansas
to philanthropy. This investment, simulation competition for students, to perpetuate and expand its 58 years of work. He
in grades 4th – 12th across the state, is comprised of pledged a matching gift from the family foundation
Economics Arkansas provides teachers across the state teams that invest a hypothetical $100,000 portfolio “live” and believes, “Match gifts are a great way to motivate
with the training + resources to implement practical in the U.S. securities market. Arkansas leads the nation other stakeholders in an organization to join alongside
economic lessons into curriculum. At the heart of the in the number of students participating per capita with by saying ‘Hey, this organization is doing something
organization’s unique mission is a belief that economic approximately 15,000 students annually. “This fun yet special, and I’m going to be a part of it. Don’t you
literacy is universally applicable because young people educational program takes the ‘eek’ out of economics,” want to come be part of that as well?’” Growth has
will lead the marketplace. Perry explains, “There is not Kathleen jokes. been steady for Economics Arkansas, but increased
another organization in the state training teachers how funding is needed to support the demands. This three
to integrate economic education into the classroom on Almost 100 years ago, Perry’s great-great-grandfather year campaign will fund expansion, operational support
the scale that Economics Arkansas supports.” Each year, established the family’s private foundation specified and sustainability.
nearly 3,000 teachers bring real-life, relevant economic to benefit education in Arkansas, synonymous with
and personal finance principles to the classroom for Economics Arkansas’ goal of promoting economic Economics is the science of decision-making; all
students of all ages. This method of learning develops literacy in Arkansas. Perry explains, “Education will decisions have a cost and consequence. Economics
transferrable skills – such as sound decision-making, always be the key to a thriving economy. I believe in the Arkansas develops a perspective of future generations to
budgeting, saving and investing – that last a lifetime. same convictions as my great-great-grandfather and make smart choices which cycles to more opportunities
Economics Arkansas Executive Director Kathleen I’m just proud to carry that belief forward as the fifth and greater control over life events. The support for
Lawson explains, “Economics is all about understanding generation.” Perry’s father Mike Wilson served on the Economics Arkansas has individual, communal and
Economics Arkansas Board of Directors for 29 years statewide consequences.

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Congratulations

OZAN PAYDAK

All American Red Heads

Tom Mitchell, Ron Marvel Keith Peterson, Charlotte Jones

AR SPORTS HALL OF FAME
INDUCTION CEREMONY

AR Sports Hall of Fame held the 62nd Pamella & John Tate “To accomplish great things, we
annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at must not only act, but also dream;
the Statehouse Convention Center. Seven
individuals and one team were honored for not only plan, but also believe.”
their talent and contributions to Arkansas’ - Anatole France
sport heritage: The All American Red Heads,
Anthony Lucas, Veronica Campbell-Brown, Ozan we are so proud of you and
Gus Malzahn, Jim Counce, Ron Marvel, Ike your accomplishments! We are
Forte and John Tate. The AR Sports Hall of
Fame honors and preserves the history of sure you’ll do great at UC Berkeley.
individuals and teams that bring recognition Keep dreaming and paving your
to AR through sporting achievement, as well path to greater accomplishments.
as encourages higher education by funding
athletic scholarships. We love you,
Mom, Dad & your brother Vatan
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FINDING JOY and unexpected opportunity
during this global pandemic continues to
challenge even the strongest constitutions.
Enter PUPPY LOVE… Arkansans are
opening hearts + homes to FURever friends
and welcoming the unbridled joy that dogs
deliver with devotion. Here are just a few

eFvUeRr friends“happilyeverafter”tails<andwags>

Parker Family – Photography by Bob Ocken Stephen & Paige Brasher, Miner – Photography by Barbie Jones
Deanna Jones, Walter T – Photography by Callie Neel with FTP Collective

Ava Martin, Scout, Moose, Marley, Alex Laurel Lawrence, Nora, Lilly

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Homeless Animals, Last Chance Arkansas, Little Rock Animal Village, Humane Society
of Pulaski County, Rescue Road, Rock City Rescue

THE GIRL SCOUTS
BIG BRUNCH

Friends and former Girl Scouts gathered Lynne Ritchie, Tanya Barnes, Lori Snyder Loris Fullerton, Ellon Cockrill, Tanya James
at the Chenal Country Club for this
BIG (Believe in Girls) brunch. The event
celebrated the courage, confidence and
character that the Girl Scouts have instilled
in young women for more than a century.
Amy Robach, co-anchor of ABC’s 20/20
and reporter for Good Morning America
joined the fun and shared insight with
guests. Girl Scouts of America believe in
the power of every G.I.R.L. as Go-getters,
Innovators, Risk-takers and Leaders who
transform the world.

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Dana Kleine, Jolene Wilson

Joyce Harb, Shannon King

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BENTON CHAMBER
ANNUAL BANQUET

Hosted by the Benton Area Chamber of Commerce,
guests gathered at the Benton Convention Center for
the annual banquet. This year’s guest speaker, Ginger
Zee, shared a personal message of hope, determination
and overcoming obstacles to achieve success. Zee
is the chief meteorologist at ABC News, covering
the nation’s weather on Good Morning America and
across all ABC News broadcasts and digital platforms.

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Tania Estell, Isabella Bradley Todd Yakoubian, Ginger Zee, Barry Brandt Layne Penfield, Charles Penfield Trey & Keeleigh Pitchford, Tom Baxley,
Bryan & Olivia O’Neil

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HOT SPRINGS JAZZ
SOCIETY MARDI GRAS

Guests gathered at Hotel Hot Springs & Spa for this
Hot Springs Mardi Gras Costume Ball & Contest
presented by the Hot Springs Jazz Society. The
evening featured Cajun food and drinks, a costume
contest, silent auction, and live entertainment by
the Spa City Stompers and Delta Brass Express.
Proceeds from the event support the Hot Springs Jazz
Society educational and concerts programming as
well as related student scholarships.

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THE HOT SPRINGS
GIVING CIRCLE

GRANT

FOR MORE than a decade, the Hot back row: Jim Elmore, Buddy Formby, Betty Formby, Tom Vandegrift,
Springs Giving Circle has directed Nancy Vandegrift, Linda Palmer, Dorothy Morris, Don Munro
critical funding to a variety of nonprofit front row: Sunny Evans, Carol Scholp, Betty Millsap
organizations in Garland County. The not pictured: Charleen & Ed Copeland
circle is comprised of business and
civic leaders invested in the Spa City Photography by Wonderlily Photography
and committed to its prosperity. It’s Image from 2019
a component of the Hot Springs Area
Community Foundation. The grant
application process is now open and
should include the mission statement
of the nonprofit organization as
well as the annual operating budget
and project summary that outlines
projected goals.

The vision of Dorothy Morris and
Don Munro, the Hot Springs Giving
Circle provides a unique model for
teamwork + philanthropy. Members
combine resources – both fiduciary and
intellectual – for the most efficient and
effective results. Dorothy explains, “We
review all requests promptly and make
allocations as well as consultation
available immediately. Our collective
gifting power is remarkable. We
leverage individual contributions for
greater impact and have awarded
$750,000 to various nonprofit
organizations in Garland County. We
hope to see this model replicated in
other parts of the state.” Its purpose
is quite simple: to remove funding
obstacles for service organizations.
“We identify a need, get involved and
help solve problems,” Hot Springs
Giving Circle Chairman Jim Elmore
explains. “We hope the work of the Hot
Springs Giving Circle will inspire other
communities to do something like this.”

FOR MORE INFORMATION:
Hot Springs Giving Circle

Chairman Jim Elmore
[email protected]

501-258-3844

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