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MASTERCLASS – Catherine Walworth Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Architects of Being

Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts Curator Catherine Walworth brought together artists Louis Nevelson and Esphyr Slobodkina in a remarkable exhibition of paintings, sculptures, fashion and more…

Hot Springs Heart Ball

Serving their community has always been a top priority for Sapna and Dr. Srinivas Vengala. Since moving to Hot Springs in 2011, the couple has been active in local philanthropy…

When Minutes Matter

“While I was slowly bleeding to death under the tree, William crawled under the debris to access my arm to give me life-saving blood and meds until they could get me out…

Chi St. Vincent

Anthony Center for Advanced Cardiac Care   Dr. Gerry Jones discovered his path in life at the age of twelve. While hospitalized, he met the surgeon who would inspire his career (and successfully remove his appendix)…

Outstanding Volunteer Youth Fundraiser

Caroline Montague At a bright young age Caroline recognized a need in her community. “When I was 14 years old, I noticed there were cards left hanging on my church’s Salvation Army Angel Tree in the days leading up to Christmas…

Outstanding Foundation – Stella Boyle Smith Trust

Trustees Cathy & Mike Mayton Renowned for her love of music and the arts, the legacy of Stella Boyle Smith continues to impact countless Arkansans…

Outstanding Volunteer Fundraiser

Kevin Shalin Kevin Shalin, renowned for The Mighty Rib blog, believes good food helps build community. “It’s a little cliché, but it’s true…

Outstanding Philanthropist

Stephanie Wilcox Stephanie Wilcox started as a volunteer with Immerse Arkansas in 2017, serving meals at the youth center. She was invited to join the Board of Directors in 2023 and now serves as a key member of the leadership team planning the organization’s expansion into Northwest Arkansas as well as chairman of the development committee…

Outstanding Fundraising Young Professional

Claire Tiffin During her time at Arkansas Foodbank, Claire Tiffin has served in many roles. From community development coordinator to manager and now as director of community engagement, she continues to combat food insecurities throughout the state and encourages fellow Arkansans to join the efforts…

Outstanding Volunteer Organization

Unity Health Auxiliary Kathy Gammill, Jamie Laughlin, Ron Rupe   Mayor of Searcy Mat Faulkner believes that Unity Health Foundation embodies “the highest ideals of volunteerism, compassion, and civic duty.” To date, the foundation has raised more than $1 million for Unity Health medical centers across Cleburne, Jackson, Lonoke, Pulaski, and White Counties…

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