Nonprofits
Helena Hospital Under New Ownership
After acquiring Progressive Health of Helena, the Helena Health Foundation planned new services and considered a tax to stabilize hospital finances.
by Mark Friedman -
This week’s Movers & Shakers highlights leadership changes and new hires across Arkansas in banking, health care, construction, education, and more.
The best time for nonprofit collaboration is before disaster strikes.
Corporate giving and celebration should be driven by purpose, not PR.
Brian Marsh on How Goodwill Turns Donations Into Education & Jobs
Goodwill Industries of Arkansas CEO Brian Marsh explains how donated goods power life-changing programs — and why west Little Rock is key to the nonprofit’s growth. read more >
Promotions Announced at CTEH, Cadence Bank & Powers of Arkansas (Movers & Shakers)
This week’s Movers & Shakers features promotions, new hires, and honors across Arkansas in finance, education, health care, and more.
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Leadership Moves Announced at Conway Corp., Riceland Foods & 7 Brew (Movers & Shakers)
Riceland, Ecological Design, 7 Brew and others announce leadership changes across agriculture, engineering, banking, health care and more. read more >
![Curtis Barnett is the president and CEO of Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield. He’s navigating a funding crisis in the health care and insurance industries. [Karen E. Segrave]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/ARBusiness-Curtiss-Barnett-0040_opt-300x194.jpg)
CEO Confronts Arkansas Blue Cross’ Historic Loss Amid Health Care Crisis
After a record $226 million loss, Arkansas Blue Cross & Blue Shield’s CEO faces tough challenges ahead in an increasingly costly and complex health care landscape. read more >
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Kenya Gordon-Davenport Named President of Southern Bancorp Community Partners (Super Mover)
Gordon-Davenport joined Southern Bancorp in 2022 as its chief of staff and SVP of stakeholder engagement. read more >
Leadership Shifts Announced at The Rep, UA Little Rock & Conway Corp. (Movers & Shakers)
Recent promotions and appointments across Arkansas span industries including architecture, banking, education, health care, law, and utilities, reflecting ongoing leadership shifts and business growth. read more >
![AAPI Achieve is the first mentorship program in the state specifically designed for Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. [PHOTO provided]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/DSC02374_opt-300x194.jpg)
Venture Center’s New Mentorship Program Supports Asian American Entrepreneurs
The Venture Center in Little Rock launched AAPI Achieve, Arkansas’ first mentorship program for Asian American and Pacific Islander entrepreneurs, to foster community, business growth, and representation. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
![The Pregnancy+ app will provide pregnant women in Arkansas with personalized content and information.[PHOTO provided]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/01._Philips_Avent_Pregnancy2b_App_-_Arkansas_opt-300x194.jpg)
Arkansas Launches Pregnancy+ App to Tackle Maternal Health Crisis
The app’s appearance coincides with state lawmakers’ approval of Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders’ legislation designed to enhance maternal health in the state, which ranks at or near the bottom in maternal mortality as well as infant mortality rates nationally. read more >
by Mark Friedman -
![Sylvia C. Brown, in blue with megaphone, marched at a King Day eventin Hope. A social impact advocate and public policy strategist, she believes a Community Reinvestment Act update would benefit many Arkansans. [Steve lewis]](https://arkansasbusiness.wppcdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/SylviaBrown4_opt-300x194.jpg)
Federal Lawsuit Delays New Community Reinvestment Act Rules, Leaving Banks in Limbo
Since Jimmy Carter signed it in 1977, the CRA has required federal agencies to review thousands of banks’ efforts to meet the credit needs of their communities, particularly low- and moderate-income areas. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
Trailblazing Northwest Arkansas’ Cycling Landscape
Trailblazers of Bentonville, formed in 1996 and rebranded in 2021 after merging with BikeNWA, aims to enhance bike trails and advocacy in northwest Arkansas. read more >
Bentonville’s Mountain Bike Trails Rebuild After Tornado Devastation
Months after a tornado devastated northwest Arkansas’ mountain bike trails, recovery continues with 95% of trails reopened. The Trailblazers work to restore and improve them. read more >
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Setting the Tempo: ASO’s Membership Program Sees Success
As symphony orchestras across the country face attendance and financial struggles, the Arkansas Symphony Orchestra has emerged as a model of success thanks to an innovative membership program, community engagement and strategic marketing. read more >
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Arkansas Times & Democrat-Gazette Embrace Donations to Support Local Journalism
The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette and Arkansas Times raised funds through the Arkansas Community Foundation to support local journalism and grow their newsrooms. read more >
by Kyle Massey -
J. Michael Nauman on Leading the Museum of Discovery Through Innovation & Change
J. Michael Nauman, interim CEO of the Museum of Discovery in Little Rock, focuses on innovation, guest engagement, and preparing the museum for the future. read more >
The Nonprofit News (Hunter Field Editor’s Note)
The future of local daily news is nonprofit, and Arkansas’ newspaper is now on board. read more >
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Crystal Bridges Expansion Moves Toward Finish Line
The 114,056-SF expansion is two-thirds complete, adding exhibition, education and community spaces. Set for completion in 2026, it aims to enhance art displays and public engagement. read more >
by Jan Cottingham -
Doing Good Is Good for Small Businesses (Faviola Alba Commentary)
Charitable giving can be good for your business and community, and there’s a right way to go about it. read more >
by Faviola Alba -
Crystal Bridges Museum Breaks Attendance Records in 2023
Attendance at Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art has fully recovered from the pandemic, says its executive director, Rod Bigelow, with the museum recording its most visitors ever in 2023. read more >
Off-Road Tourism Revving Up Arkansas’ Economy
Off-road tourism in Arkansas hit $90.1M in 2022, fueled by growing ATV/UTV use, with pioneers like Pam Ferguson driving trail development and eco-conscious growth. read more >
by Marty Cook -
The Death of the Cold Call (John Tucker Commentary)
Cold calling on the phone is a waste of time and money. Focus on warming up leads first. read more >
by John Tucker -
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