Giving Guide: CARTI

MISSION:

For 50 years, CARTI has been Arkansas’ trusted cancer care provider. As an independent nonprofit, our dedicated team of medical, surgical and radiation oncologists, diagnostic radiologists and specialized providers offer leading-edge treatments with compassion, innovation and purpose at 18 locations across the state, including Arkansas’ only cancer-focused surgery center. Through The Bridge, patients are supported from pre-diagnosis through treatment and survivorship, with resources offered to help address their financial, emotional and practical needs. Every gift makes a direct impact on those facing cancer, helping ensure hope, healing and strength remain within reach for every patient served.

FUNDRAISERS AND EVENTS:

Benefitting CARTI’s Patient Assistance Program and Support Services

  • Festival of Trees: Nov. 12-14, 2026
  • Day of Hope: Feb. 4, 2027
  • CARTI Salute: April 15, 2027

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES:

  • Support patient assistance programs that reduce barriers to lifesaving treatment.
  • Invest in CARTI’s clinical research programs.
  • Sponsor one of CARTI’s signature fundraising events.
  • Recognize or memorialize a loved one with a gift in their honor.
  • Leave a legacy with a planned gift.

FUNDING SOURCES:

  • Individuals: 55%
  • Corporations/ Foundations/Other: 45%

8901 CARTI Way
Little Rock, AR 72205
501.906.3000 | carti.com | Facebook | Instagram | X

Established: 1976
Employees: 1,070
Service Area: Arkansas

Leadership: President & CEO: Adam Head

Board of Directors:
Paul Benham, Chair
Rajesh Chokhani, Vice Chair
Adam Head, President & CEO
Jennifer Styron, Treasurer
Jacob Zach, Assistant Treasurer
Sheliah Garner, Secretary
Jill Tate, Assistant Secretary
William Clark
Tracy Cryder
Sarah Catherine Gutierrez
Matthew Hardee, M.D., Ph.D.
Kim Hout
Edmond Hurst
Kristin Merlo
Manoj Patel
Yara Robertson, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Scott Stern, M.D.
Cindy VanVeckhoven
Diane Wilder, M.D.


The 2026/2027 Arkansas Giving Guide is presented by Wright Lindsey Jennings. Click here to read a letter from our sponsors.

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