White County Community Foundation

08/30/2026

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Sam Rhoades, a longtime friend and champion of Arkansas Community Foundation.

In 2002, Sam helped bring the Community Foundation to the Twin Lakes region, working alongside other community leaders to establish what would become the Twin Lakes affiliate. His vision for connecting people’s generosity with the needs of their own communities helped lay the foundation for a lasting culture of philanthropy in the region.

Sam understood that giving could do more than address today’s needs, it could create a legacy that continues for generations. Through his work with clients, his leadership in the community, and his commitment to the Foundation, he helped make that vision a reality.

We are grateful for Sam’s many years of service, friendship and dedication to the Twin Lakes community. His impact will continue through the people and charitable causes he supported and through the philanthropic legacy he helped build.

Our hearts are with his family, friends and all those who had the privilege of knowing him.

Please join us in remembering Sam and celebrating his remarkable life and legacy. https://www.kirbyandfamily.com/obituaries/sam-rhoades

08/04/2026

Welcome to our board Mrs.Nicole Meredith and Mrs. Ashlyn Pruitt

07/14/2026

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07/04/2026

06/25/2026

Our board had a wonderful meeting this month with Kayla Fairbanks as our guest speaker. She shared some wonderful information about early literacy and also the new law concerning 3rd grader’s. Very informative and appreciated.

06/11/2026

Meet Brenda Tash, a board member of the White County Community Foundation and the Giving Tree Grants Committee.
Brenda retired after a rewarding career in education that took her from Tennessee and California to Arkansas. Along the way, she had the privilege of serving as a teacher in Cabot, principal of Center Valley Elementary School in Russellville, Assistant Superintendent at Westside Consolidated School District, and later with the Arkansas Leadership Academy at the University of Arkansas.
Brenda and her husband, Dorcie, have been married for 39 years and are grateful for their six children, ten grandchildren, and eight great-grandchildren. They attend New Life Church in Searcy and enjoy being actively involved in their family and community.
Much of Brenda’s free time is spent with her family—attending sporting events, playing games, and enjoying their annual “No Rules Week” vacation. She also enjoys spending time with friends, playing Mahjong, discussing books, and participating in a weekly Bible study.
One of the things Brenda appreciates most about serving with the White County Community Foundation is learning about the many nonprofit organizations that work each day to strengthen White County. She has especially enjoyed serving on the Giving Tree Grants Committee and seeing the positive impact these organizations have throughout the community.

06/02/2026

Leadership is about more than guiding an organization, it’s about building connections, inspiring generosity, and creating opportunities for communities to thrive.

We’re proud to see our CEO, Jessica Ford, featured in Inviting Arkansas! In this thoughtful cover story, Jessica shares her perspective on philanthropy, community impact and how Arkansas Community Foundation is helping build a stronger future for our state.

Read the full story here>> https://invitingarkansas.com/cover/a-bridge-to-the-future/

05/30/2026

Meet Cassandra Feltrop, chair of our PR/banquet and event committee. Cassandra has worked at Unity Health for nearly 28 years and currently serves as a Community Coordinator in Marketing and Network Development. She also owns Windy Hill Farm - Wedding & Event Farm with her husband, Frankie, and is a Travel Advisor with Peacock Travel Group, where she helps clients plan unforgettable adventures around the world.

Cassandra is deeply involved in the community and has served in a variety of leadership roles throughout White County. She has served on the Board of the White County Community Foundation for multiple terms adding up to her 16th year and continues to support the organization through committee leadership and service. She is the Immediate Past President of the Searcy Kiwanis Club, where she has served two terms as President, and previously served a three-year term as Lieutenant Governor for Kiwanis District 21. Cassandra is also a Life Member of Searcy Junior Auxiliary and has served on the board of the White County Children's Safety Center. Most recently, she led the Searcy Senior Networking group for businesses and organizations serving senior citizens for two years.

Cassandra says one of the things she enjoys most about serving with the White County Community Foundation is seeing the impact made through the annual Giving Tree grant cycle and watching local organizations use those funds to strengthen and better the communities we serve.

Cassandra and Frankie have been married for nearly 32 years and are proud parents of three married daughters — Jordan, Reagan, and Morgan. They also have two grandchildren, with another grandbaby arriving in September. The Feltrops are members of Valley Baptist Church. In her spare time, Cassandra enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and traveling the world, bringing those experiences back to help inspire her travel clients.

05/25/2026

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