Welcome to the SHARE Foundation Impact Report 2024. We’re excited to share the amazing progress we've made this past year in our journey to impact the health and well-being of our community. As we look back on the year's successes and the inspiring stories from our work, we want to recognize the dedicated efforts of our employees, partners, volunteers, and all the wonderful individuals we serve. This report highlights our key milestones and celebrates the power of teamwork and creativity in tackling important local challenges. Together, we are building a healthier community, and this report serves as a testament to the positive change we have created.
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2024 marked a special year for our grant-funded programs. We updated our name to eXtreme Prevention as our services now include three programs: eXtreme Youth Programs, ACTIVE Coalition, and Adult Prevention Services. Click the logo to read more!
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Provides wellness facilities and programs designed to impact adverse health outcomes while improving fitness and quality of life. Click the logo to read more!
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This clinic provides access to primary health care to uninsured adults aged 18-64 through medical visits, medication assistance, and referrals. Click the logo to read more!
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GrantsFor many years, SHARE Foundation has provided funding in the form of grants to other nonprofits operating in Union County for programs that address violence and prevention. In 2024, there were 9 nonprofits who received grants from the SHARE Foundation totaling $300,000. 2024 also marked the final year of grant funding as the program was closed for the Violence Intervention Plan/Union County Impact Plan in 2023.
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ScholarshipsPaving the way for higher education to qualifying students. In 2024, 13 new students received SHARE Foundation Scholarships which totaled $89,559.05 paying for a shared total of 55 semesters. 9 scholarship students graduated in 2024 after completing their programs. Overall, the SHARE Foundation has committed $1,081,738.05 to 253 students pursuing careers in healthcare, public education, and mental health services.
SHARE Foundation Scholarships in 2024:
• The SARH Auxiliary Helen Wright Memorial Scholarship
• Dr. Warren S. & Wilma “Billie” Riley Scholarship
• Lucy A. Ring Memorial Scholarship
• Barton Scholarship
• The John R. Williamson, M.D. Memorial Scholarship -
2024 was a busy year for the SARH Foundation. Throughout the year, the SARH Foundation launched an employee giving circle, honored a special board member, created an online catalog, and launched a capital campaign. Click the logo to read more!
Testimonials
Father Bob Allen Charitable Clinic
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Michael, a Father Bob Allen Charitable Clinic patient, had his blood pressure checked at the clinic and encouraged others to do the same. This is a free standard service offered to all clinic patients. Multiple blood pressure cuffs were purchased with mini-grant funds received in 2023 from the United Way of Union County.
eXtreme Youth Programs
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In November 2024, one of the eXtreme Youth Programs leaders was nominated and received the Outstanding Youth Award for their exceptional work in prevention and youth engagement. This student was Claire Herrmann, a senior at El Dorado High School (EHS). She was presented the award at the Prevention Professionals of Arkansas (PPA) Awards Ceremony in Hot Springs. Claire was the President of the EHS eXtreme Youth Programs Chapter and served as a Sector Representative on the ACTIVE Coalition. Pictured left to right: Claire Herrmann and Jill Weinischke (Prevention Director).
SARH Foundation
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SARH Foundation received a $1 Million donation for the Hearts Close to Home Capital Campaign from the Murphy Foundation, Murphy USA Charitable Foundation, and SHARE Foundation. They believe strongly in the investment in cardiology/surgical services at our hospital and encourage other community leaders to donate to Hearts Close to Home. Pictured left to right: Brett Williamson (Murphy Foundation), Amy Sturdivant (SARH Foundation), Steve Cousins (SHARE Foundation), and Donald Smith (Murphy USA Charitable Foundation).
SHARE Foundation Artwork
SHARE Foundation continues to share its artwork with the community.
In 2024, SHARE Foundation relocated two major artwork collections to new locations for better public access and viewing.
- The outdoor animal sculptures that surrounded the old Warner Brown Hospital’s entrance finally found their new home. This collection consists of 5 glazed stoneware sculptures – terra cotta relief – created by Betty Davenport Ford. Four are now located at the South Arkansas Arts Center and one at the South Arkansas Historical Preservation Society. Each piece measures 36” by 36” by 8” thick. Needless to say, these are quite heavy. We appreciate the support of these partners for displaying some of our older and treasured pieces of art.
- One of El Dorado’s historical artwork pieces is the monumental 8’ by 30’ mural of the “Wonderful People of Arkansas,” originally from the old Warner Brown Hospital Lobby. Not many know, but this large piece is part of the SHARE Foundation's artwork collection. For many years, it has been proudly displayed at the South Arkansas Historical Preservation Society. Its new home is now located at the SARH’s Robert C. Tommey Conference Center in the large conference room.
