Nonprofit Resources

The UAFS Center for Nonprofits provides practical nonprofit support for organizations in Fort Smith and across the River Valley. Through tools, meeting space, student engagement, and emerging funding opportunities, we work alongside nonprofit leaders to strengthen capacity and expand community impact.

As part of the Center for Economic Development, the Center for Nonprofits connects strategy with action, helping organizations move forward with clarity and confidence.

This section serves executive directors, board members, development professionals, volunteers, and community partners seeking nonprofit resources in western Arkansas.

Nonprofit Toolkits and Guides

Access downloadable resources designed to support effective nonprofit leadership and planning. Toolkits include guidance on:

Strategic planning and goal setting
Fundraising strategy and matching grants
Narrative budgets
Media outreach and community visibility

Each resource is built for real-world application, providing clear direction nonprofit leaders can put into practice immediately.

View Toolkits and Guides

Reserve Nonprofit Meeting Space

Nonprofit organizations may reserve professional meeting space at the Center for Economic Development in downtown Fort Smith for:

Board meetings
Staff training
Planning retreats
Workshops and community gatherings

Reserve a Room at Center for Economic Development

Member Benefits

Organizations that join the Center for Nonprofits receive:

Up to 16 hours of meeting space per semester at no cost
20 percent off the standard room rate after the 16-hour limit

These benefits apply during standard business hours, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. After-hours reservations may incur additional fees.