Hunger Facts
23.6%
of Arkansas children have limited access to adequate food
1 in 5
Arkansans struggle to provide enough food for their family
2nd
Arkansas ranks 2nd in the nation for very low food security
17.3%
of Arkansans are facing hunger
News Feed
Arkansas Foodbank COVID-19 Statement
The Arkansas Foodbank’s priority during the COVID-19 pandemic is to continue to provide much needed food assistance for our 33-county coverage area, which is seeing a significant increase in demand due to the coronavirus pandemic.
In coordination with Feeding America, the Arkansas Department of Health, and the Center for Disease Control, the Arkansas Foodbank has been actively monitoring developments related to COVID-19 and taking proactive measures to protect the health and well-being of our staff, volunteers, partners and clients as we continue to serve our community during this critical time. These have included limiting access to the building, reducing the number of staff and volunteers in the building, screening all persons entering the building, increased cleaning regimen and practicing safe distancing. Read more…