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Arkansas leads US in food insecurity, Little Rock Compassion Center fights back

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Arkansas is facing a daunting food insecurity crisis, with nearly 19% of households struggling to afford meals, surpassing the national average. Economic challenges and the decline of government assistance have pushed many families to rely on organizations like the Arkansas Foodbank for support. Despite these obstacles, efforts are underway to combat hunger, with initiatives like the Food Desert Elimination Grant Program and the work of the Little Rock Compassion Center offering hope for a brighter future. The push for solutions includes calls for increased access to federal nutrition programs and community-based action to address the root causes of food insecurity in the state.

Arkansas Foodbank calls on Arkansans for more involvement after USDA report release

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The Arkansas Foodbank is urging Arkansans to take a more active role in addressing the state’s worsening food insecurity crisis. Recent reports from the USDA have highlighted the stark reality of food insecurity in the state, with Arkansas ranking first in the country for the highest percentage of food-insecure residents. This issue affects not only low-income families but also vulnerable populations such as children and seniors.

Food insecurity is defined by the USDA as the lack of resources to provide nutritionally adequate and safe foods. The Arkansas Foodbank has seen a significant increase in the number of people seeking assistance, with 1 in 7 residents and 1 in 5 children living in food-insecure households. The organization remains committed to its mission to eliminate hunger and improve access to food for all Arkansans.