Most people wouldn’t embark on a long, complex journey without some planning. This goes for entrepreneurs, too. The adventure of starting something new and owning your own business can be long and complex, but a good business plan will help convey your idea and the...
read moreArvest Bank of Fort Smith associates recently presented the Fort Smith Police Department Community Relations team with a $5,000 grant on behalf of the Arvest Foundation. The funds will be used to support events and initiatives organized by the FSPD Community Relations...
read moreArvest Bank in southwest Oklahoma has partnered with the Duncan Area Economic Development Foundation (DAEDF) as part of DAEDF’s “Move Duncan” talent relocation initiative. The program’s purpose is to encourage and reward qualified individuals who move to Stephens...
read moreArvest Bank announced the opening of our first branch in Glenpool, Okla., on March 6. The branch reflects our continued commitment to providing excellent customer service while focusing on the enhanced digital delivery. Located at 155 E. 150th Place South, the...
read moreArvest announced plans to invest $4.5 million to build a new state-of-the-art branch serving the Prospect Avenue corridor in east Kansas City. The new facility will be located at the site of the current branch building at 3121 Prospect Ave., which is more than 70...
read morePine Knob Mountain Bike Park in Russellville is getting a brand new bike park, featuring a balance bicycle course and progressive skill-improving trails for riders at all levels. The upgrade is thanks to a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation to the River Valley...
read moreArvest Bank is pleased to present “Money Matters,” a seven-week series of financial education classes on Mondays, starting Feb. 6. The classes will be held from 6-8 p.m. at Saint Mark Baptist Church in Little Rock or virtually, and childcare will be available for...
read moreComprehensive Juvenile Services (CJS) in the Fort Smith area can continue construction on a second youth shelter location thanks to a $10,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The gift was announced recently in Mulberry. Marketing Manager Jennifer Caldwell, Sales...
read moreEl Centro Hispano’s program to help Hispanic entrepreneurs and small business owners start and grow successful business in the Jonesboro area will receive a boost thanks to a $3,500 grant from the Arvest Foundation. “Funds received from the Arvest Foundation will...
read moreArkansas State University’s Delta Center for Economic Development successfully hosted its “Shark Tank”-inspired high school innovation competition Thrown to the Wolves thanks to a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. “Northeast Arkansas is blessed to have an...
read moreChickasha Animal Rescue Transportation Association (CARTA) recently received assistance in its efforts to provide medical examinations, vaccinations, medications, spay and neuter procedures, collars and leashes and transportation for adopted animals to reach their...
read moreSt. Bernards Foundation had an extra special Giving Tuesday thanks to a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation that will help support the foundation’s mission to support St. Bernards Healthcare’s mission to provide Christ-like healing to the community through...
read moreFriends of the Chickasha Public Library will be able to continue providing free books in Grady County thanks to a $5,000 Arvest Foundation grant. The gift was announced recently in Chickasha. Financial Sales Representative Leslie Sanchez and Commercial Loan Assistant...
read moreAgencies that serve emergency responders in Grady County will receive more training to help them emotionally support emergency responders who experience psychological trauma following critical incidents. The boost comes from a $10,000 Arvest Foundation grant to the...
read moreQUEST Ministries of Oklahoma’s MIGHT Community Development and Resources Center recently received a boost in funding for its Summer Enrichment Virtual I Am STEM Camp thanks to a $2,500 grant from the Arvest Foundation. “We are extremely excited and grateful to receive...
read moreCourt Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of the 2nd Judicial District recently received a boost in their efforts to recruit, train and support volunteers who will serve as advocates for abused and neglected children in foster care thanks to a $5,000 grant from the...
read moreArvest Bank is pleased to announce Gene Gates has been promoted to loan manager in Fayetteville. He’s also been named executive vice president. Gates has more than 35 years of industry experience and joined Arvest in 2014. He most recently served as commercial loan...
read moreHearts were full recently when Arvest Bank associates joined volunteers of Hungry Hearts Feeding Ministry kitchen in Lawton, Okla. to deliver a $2,500 grant check on behalf of the Arvest Foundation. “We are so grateful to be chosen by the Arvest Foundation for this...
read moreThe Arkansas River Valley Regional Library System’s (ARVRLS) inaugural Hispanic Heritage Festival in the Valley was a success thanks in part to a $5,000 grant from the Arvest Foundation. The festival was held in Dardanelle in late September following a check...
read moreThe United Way of Northeast Arkansas’ commitment to put books in the hands of young children has received a boost in the form of a $5,000 donation from the Arvest Foundation. The gift was announced recently when Arvest Bank representatives Kevin Hufstedler, Deania...
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