PRESS RELEASE CONTACT: Lynda Grasse
For Immediate Release (501) 915-3303
Village SCAT receives $10,000 grant
Village SCAT is among 20 nonprofits nationwide to receive a generous $10,000 grant from The Baker Tilly Wishes program to support SCAT’s mission to provide affordable and reliable transportation for Hot Springs Village residents.
The grant recipients are chosen from among those nominated by Baker Tilly associates, and this year more than 300 nonprofits were submitted for grants. Renee Budden, an HSV resident and SCAT volunteer, nominated SCAT for making a difference in the community where she lives and works.
“We are so grateful to receive this grant from Baker Tilly, especially because it was submitted by one of our committed volunteers,” said Tom Grasse, Village SCAT president. “We are proud to receive an award that recognizes the meaningful role our all-volunteer organization plays in helping seniors who need transportation for medical and dental appointments, shopping, and recreation and social activities.”
The grant will help fund a new vehicle.
Village SCAT offered its first ride in March 2010, more than 15 years ago, and now provides more than 5,000 rides annually. The 501(c)3 nonprofit operates five vehicles, including one wheel-chair accessible van, and has more than 80 volunteer schedulers and drivers.
Baker Tilly (bakertilly.com) is a leading advisory, tax and assurance firm. Its Wishes program is part of the Baker Tilly Foundation’s commitment to being stewards of the communities it serves.
“Baker Tilly Wishes is a powerful reflection of who we are,” said Jennifer Soltis, president and chairman of the Baker Tilly Foundation. “Our team members consistently identify organizations that are doing important, often deeply personal work in their communities.”
To learn more about the program and see the full list of 2026 recipients, visit: https://www.bakertilly.com/news/baker-tilly-foundations-wishes-program
Donations
Village SCAT is a local non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Donations are tax deductable and will be used to ensure that service to Village residents is available for many years to come.
We are supported by CADC (Central Arkansas Development Council), which is also a non-profit. As a smaller operation we are maintaining our funds under our local corporation, HSV Transportation Group. Donations made to Village SCAT will remain local for our future needs.
We Need Your Help:
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Village SCAT is pursuing financial grants and is accepting applications
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We are appealing to organizations, churches and individuals who care about HSV residents
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A Village SCAT representative is available to attend a meeting or gathering of members to provide additional information.
Send donations to:
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Village SCAT, 198 Carmona Rd., Suite 5, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909.
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Endorse your check to: HSV Transportation Group dba Village SCAT.
Your donation will apply towards a vehicle that will be owned by HSV Transportation Group and used in HSV, or another purpose as the Board may designate. Donors may designate the purpose if desired.
Your donation would be very much appreciated.