Community Connections

Meet Rylee Reisdorph, our Conway TOP Soccer Co-Director! Rylee brings enthusiasm and encouragement to the field, helping participants build confidence, make new friends, and create lasting memories through soccer. We are incredibly thankful for the time and dedication she gives to our program and appreciate all she does to make a difference in the lives of our participants!

A huge thank you to Arvest Bank for their incredibly generous $15,000 donation to Community Connections! We are so grateful for your support and investment in our mission. Your generosity helps us continue providing inclusive programs, meaningful opportunities, and lasting connections for individuals and families across Arkansas. We truly appreciate Arvest Bank for believing in what we do and helping us make a difference in the communities we serve!

This week is full of opportunities to connect with Community Connections! Explore our programs, family support, volunteer opportunities, and community events happening October 5th–11th. Visit communityconnectionsar.org to learn more and get involved!

We’re so thankful to the Arkansas School for the Deaf & Blind for providing a space for our Little Rock RUFL Football program! Their support helps make it possible for our participants to get active, build friendships, and enjoy being part of a team. 💚💜

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Meet Lindsay Dover, our Bentonville Art Director! Lindsay helps make every art class a place where creativity comes to life, friendships are formed, and participants can have fun expressing themselves through art. We’re grateful to have Lindsay helping us build a more connected and inclusive community in Bentonville!

Registration is still open for our Morrilton area programs! Join Community Connections for Art, Bowling, Martial Arts, and Teen Game Group—fun, inclusive opportunities to stay active, build friendships, and try something new. Have questions? Contact Jessica at [email protected] or visit our website to register today!

There are so many ways to support Good Night! Donate an item to our silent auction, become a sponsor, or join our volunteer team to help make this special night possible. Silent auction items are due October 12. Interested in volunteering? Send us a message for contact information and details on how to get involved!

This week with Community Connections was filled with smiles, fun, and meaningful moments across the state. From our programs and activities to time spent connecting with friends, here’s a look back at some of the memories made over the past week!

Raise a glass and make a difference! 🥃

Community Connections is teaming up with Lake Liquor for an incredible bourbon fundraiser featuring 24 luxury bourbon prize packages, including Pappy Van Winkle, Weller, Blanton’s, Stagg Jr., E.H. Taylor, WhistlePig, and more!

Every ticket helps support free sports, arts, and social programs for children and young adults with special needs across Arkansas!

🎟️ Get your tickets today!
📅 Live drawing: Saturday, November 7
🔗 Visit communityconnectionsar.org/bourbon for details.

Buy a ticket. Change a life.