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.
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CSA Youth Finalist: Heather Jackson
Teenager stays very busy by helping others.
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CSA Finalist: Krispy Kreme of Little Rock
Warm donuts satisfy more than just appetites.
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CSA Finalist: UA Student Shines as a Volunteer
Tulsa woman spends hours with special-needs children.
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Volunteers Needed for Disaster Response
4 The Greater Good Needs volunteers to respond to natural disasters.
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Children Needed to Sign up for Salvation Army Angel Tree in NLR
The Salvation Army prepares to serve 3,000 needy children.
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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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CSA Finalist: Betty McCollum
For 17 years, this Melbourne woman has been helping with her town's food pantry that feeds dozens of hungry families every week
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Arkansas No Kid Hungry Campaign Kicks off Summer Meals Program
Families may call 1-866-3-HUNGRY, 1-877-8-HAMBRE, go to www.whyhunger.org/findfood or text "FoodAR" to 877-877 to find a site near them.
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Arkansas City Opens First Community Pantry
Facility in Desha County town will also help fight hunger in neighboring Chicot County.
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Arkansas Summer Food Program Providers Needed
Sites may serve up to two meals per day (breakfast, lunch, a snack or supper) and each meal served must meet the U.S. Department of...
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More Free/Reduced Lunch Eligible Kids Taking Advantage of School Breakfast Program
Two groups teaming up to make sure children in need get to eat before hitting the books.
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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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School Bus Safety Tips for Students, Drivers
Be on the lookout for children and bus stops as school starts.
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School Starts for Most of State
Elementary, middle and high schools kickoff 2010-2011 term.
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Tips for a successful school year
4 tips even busy moms and dads can follow.
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Health Experts Push Back-to-School Immunizations
Parents also reminded to show kids proper handwashing techniques to keep them healthy.
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Local Retailers Lower Prices for Back-2-School Shoppers
Families stay in town for back-2-school shopping despite tax-free weekends in neighboring states.
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