WEST PLAINS, Mo. (Feb. 11, 2021) – The Arvest Foundation funded three grants totaling $10,000 to organizations serving West Plains. A full list of recipient organizations can be found below.
“It’s always an honor to make these kinds of donations on behalf of the Arvest Foundation,” Arvest Bank associate Joyce James said. “We trust the donations reflect our commitment to the West Plains community. We are proud to support all of these organizations and the vital work they do to help our neighbors in need.”
The primary purpose of the Arvest Foundation is to support local organizations doing outstanding work to improve the quality of life in the communities it serves. Through its grant program, the Arvest Foundation helps worthwhile charitable activities in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma.
Grants are based on recommendations from local Arvest leadership and the use of these grants varies depending on the organizations need, as evidenced by the Samaritan Outreach Center.
“Our mission is simple: To feed, clothe and shelter those in need,” said Lori Concepcion, managing executive at Samaritan Outreach Center. “The Arvest Foundation’s donation helped to make this possible. Donations are down dramatically during this current environment while the need has increased significantly. We’re so very grateful for the foundation’s generosity.”
The following is a full list of Arvest Foundation grant recipients:
West Plains
- Ozark Medical Center Foundation
- Samaritan Outreach Center
- West Plains Economic Development Corporation
About the Arvest Foundation
The Arvest Foundation seeks to provide funding to grantees who are actively working to create positive change for others. Major areas of focus include: K-12 education, economic development, and enhancing the quality of life throughout the Arvest footprint. For more information, go to www.arvestfoundation.org.
