In 2008, 604,632 Arkansans volunteered time
Volunteers are the engine that powers the services in our community. KARK as celebrated 33 years of volunteerism, and now we plan to expand out work in this area.
Click here to learn more about the Community Service Awards
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CSA Finalists: Haley Birch & Hannah Birch
Malvern twins learn volunteering at an early age.
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CSA Finalist: Cindy Fink
Fort Smith woman helps former foster care teens transition to adulthood.
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CSA Finalist: Rob Noirot
Little Rock man creates way for young professionals to give back to the community without breaking the bank.
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National Day of Service is Saturday
Website offers link to find volunteer opportunities in your area.
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4 the Greater Good: ECS Animal Care Organization
It's not everyday you see kindergarteners and high school seniors sharing something in common. But a group of local students of all ages is making...
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The food hardship rate for Arkansas households with children is nearly 30%
4 The Greater Good will use our resources to connect families in need with people who want to help feed hungry families.
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Country Music Superstar Helping Fight Hunger in Arkansas
Arkansas Rice Depot teams up with Brad Paisley's Virtual Reality World Tour.
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Food Pantry Now Open in Sparkman
More than 175 served on first day of operation. It's open on Fridays only from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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PCSSD Receives 100,000 Meals for Hungry Children
Six pallets of non-perishable food have been delivered to the Pulaski County Special School District (PCSSD) warehouse to be distributed to the district's hungry children.
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Pulaski County Special School District's Free and Reduced Price Meals Policy
The price charged for a paid student breakfast is ($1.50); the price charged for a paid student lunch is ($2.25 for elementary, $2.50 for secondary).
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How You Can Get Involved in Hunger Action Month
The Arkansas Foodbank and the other 201 Feeding America certified food banks across the country are encouraging everyone to take part.
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Over 50% of seniors 85 and older cannot live independently
4 The Greater Good will also focus on making sure that the aging population in our community has the resources and care that it needs to age independently with grace and dignity.
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UAMS Institute on Aging Hosting Public Health Fair
Event is Saturday, September 25th.
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One in four Arkansas children lives in poverty
One issue 4 The Greater Good will tackle is ensuring that our children have the resources and tools they need for school-- from computers in their classrooms to rulers and pencils to breakfast before school so they can focus throughout the day.
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Fathers Encouraged to Take Their Kids to School on First Day
Million Father March goes on through September 15th.
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Back to School Already?
The new school year is underway at three schools in the the Little Rock School District.
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Some Little Rock Students Start School Monday
The rest of the district goes back to class on August 15.
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Kids' Lunchbox Meals Not Safe to Eat
Study finds most are either too cold or too warm.
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One-Quarter of Public School Students Attend Problem Schools
Drugs sold on campus cited as one area of concern.
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