Welcome to the debut episode of You’re Invited, the podcast from Inviting Arkansas, hosted by Kim Meyer-Webb. In this episode, we continue the vital conversations that start within the pages of Inviting Arkansas Magazine by introducing you to the people, organizations, and missions that strengthen our communities across the state. Today, Kim sits down with Jessica Ford, the newly appointed President and CEO of the Arkansas Community Foundation, as the organization celebrates its milestone 50th anniversary. Jessica shares her inspiring journey from her small hometown of Redfield, Arkansas, to taking the helm of one of the state's most influential philanthropic organizations, building on a legacy that has already granted more than $600 million to nonprofits and stewards over $1 billion in assets.

During their conversation, Jessica demystifies ...