Arvest Foundation donates $5,000 to St. Bernards Foundation

The Arvest Foundation recently announced a $5,000 grant to St. Bernards Development Foundation as part of a Giving Tuesday match challenge.

By Arvest Bank

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December 3, 2024 8:35 am

Source: Arvest Bank | Deania Vanhoozer, community and business relationship advisor; Kevin Hufstedler, community bank president; Dr. Kasey Holder, vice president of medical affairs and medical director of quality and safety; Ben Barylski, vice president and chief financial officer; LeAnn Morrow, vice president, support services and cancer center, Connie Hill, vice president, heart care center, emergency and procedural services; Lydia Parkey, president, St. Bernards Foundation; Alden Weeks, development manager; Josh Conlee, senior vice president, strategic services; Kevin Hodges, senior vice president, administrative services; Mark Morrow, commercial banker; Teresa Roche, private banker.

Jonesboro, AR – (JonesboroRightNow.com) – Dec. 3, 2024 – The Arvest Foundation recently announced a $5,000 grant to the St. Bernards Development Foundation as part of a Giving Tuesday match challenge.

The funds will be used to support various initiatives through St. Bernards Healthcare, which provides education, treatment and health services in Jonesboro and surrounding areas.

Arvest associates recently joined Arvest Community Bank President Kevin Hufstedler in presenting the check on behalf of the Arvest Foundation to members of St. Bernards.

“We’re thrilled to present this $5,000 grant to St. Bernards Foundation, proudly supporting their Giving Tuesday efforts,” said Hufstedler. “This match will amplify the impact of their important work in our community.”

Giving Tuesday, celebrated on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, encourages people to give back to their communities by donating their time and money to charitable causes.

“St. Bernards Foundation is deeply grateful to the Arvest Foundation for their generous grant supporting our Giving Tuesday efforts,” said Lydia Parkey, president of St. Bernards Foundation. “This incredible gift furthers our Christ-like healing mission, enabling us to extend care and compassion through vital initiatives. We hope their generosity inspires others to join in matching their efforts, amplifying the impact of giving within our community.”