How do I mention Arkansas Foodbank in an obituary or recommend that gifts be made to Arkansas Foodbank in lieu of flowers?
We suggest that you use text similar to this:
The family requests that memorial gifts be made in support of feeding families, kids and seniors in need through the Arkansas Foodbank. Checks made payable to the “Arkansas Foodbank” can be mailed to:
Arkansas Foodbank,
Attn: Tributes
4301 W. 65th Street
Little Rock, AR 72209
Or you may make a gift online at arkansasfoodbank.org. Please indicate that the gift is in memory of [name] by writing a memo on your check or marking the “Yes, this is an honor or memorial gift” box when making a gift online.
Should I alert the Arkansas Foodbank if I would like to direct memorial gifts to the Arkansas Foodbank?
It is up to you, but we appreciate the notice. Notifying the Arkansas Foodbank in advance ensures that we are able to appropriately notify family and next-of-kin about any memorial gifts we receive.
Please be prepared to provide the following information:
- The name of the deceased.
- The name and address of any next of kin where Arkansas Foodbank may send notifications of gifts.