Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette
Clinton House, Pilot Arts, Bella Vista Van
Northwest Arkansas is blessed with a large number of nonprofit agencies that, together, meet just about every need. These organizations are supported by the generosity of the community.
Continuing today and in the coming weeks — in keeping with a holiday tradition — the Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette will share “wish lists” of local nonprofit agencies.
Northwest Arkansas is a great community in many ways. One of them is that because of the number of well-run, well-targeted nonprofits, we do a phenomenal job of “taking care of our own.” Send your wish list before Jan. 1 to bmartin@nwadg.com.
Clinton House Museum
What we do: We are a historic house museum located in the heart of Fayetteville. Our museum collections interpret the lives of President Bill Clinton and Secretary Hillary Rodham Clinton during the time they lived in Fayetteville and occupied this home, where they were married in 1975. Our events, programs and exhibits also promote the value
of public service and civic engagement.
Address: 930 W. Clinton Drive, Fayetteville
Website: clintonhousemuseum.org
Contact: Angie Albright, director, at 444-0066
Wish list: Office supplies; large laminator; gift cards for hardware stores, bookstores or grocery stores; plastic storage bins; children’s program supplies
like crayons, markers and large tablets; small toys for children’s program prizes (like rubber balls, fun pencils, etc.); kitchen utensils and cookware; and garden tools.
Pilot Arts
What we do: We are a community musical theater company in Fayetteville. We perform at the Arkansas Air and Military Museum.
Address: 3810 S. Cato Springs Road, Fayetteville
Website: PilotArts.org Contact: Missy Gipson, director, by email to hello@pilotarts.com
Wish list: Body mics (or a donation to cover them), propane patio heaters (freestanding), propane refills, boxes of batteries (AA and 9 volt), gift cards to hardware stores and lumber yards.
Bella Vista Courtesy Van
What we do: Bella Vista Courtesy Van Inc. is an all-volunteer, nonprofit organization that provides free courtesy transportation for residents of Bella Vista who can no longer drive due to age or health. This service has been provided to Bella Vista residents since 1992. Transportation is provided to medical appointments, adult day care and personal services (shopping, hair care, post office, etc.).
Address: 1801 Forest Hills Blvd., Suite 120, Bella Vista
Website: bellavistacourtesyvan.com
Contact: Bill Puskas, president, 402-981-1571
Wish list: Cash contributions to help with the substantial fuel and maintenance costs for our three wheelchair-equipped vans. During the past year, our vans traveled more than 64,000 miles and gave more than 4,000 rides.