Hermanowski Family Foundation Initial Request Form

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Organization Name: Arkansas Foodbank
Legal Name (if Different):
Also Known As:
Mailing Address: 4301 W. 65th Street
City: Little Rock
State: AR
Postal Code: 72209
Main Phone: 15015694357
Main Fax:
Organization Website: www.arkansasfoodbank.org
Employer ID Number: 710596734
Organization Tax Status: Exempt

Proposal Information

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Today’s Date: 3/26/24
Requested Amount: 10,000

Project Title: Food for Kids
Project Description:

At Arkansas Foodbank, ensuring food security for children is paramount. Our multifaceted approach includes school pantry, backpack, and summer feeding programs. The Backpack initiative ensures discreet delivery of nutritious food to students in need, with each school coordinating through a Food for Kids (FFK) coordinator. These pre-packed bags contain kid-friendly items such as Apple & Eve juice, oatmeal, and easy-to-open canned foods. The aim is to meet 60% of children’s nutritional needs, promoting better health and confidence among peers.

Summer feeding programs extend support when school is out, reducing hunger’s impact on learning and health. School pantries serve as trusted sources of food assistance for low-income families, offering accessibility and consistency. FFK targets food-insecure children, addressing educational and emotional challenges associated with hunger. Positive outcomes include improved attendance, grades, behavior, and self-esteem.

In the 2022-2023 school year, 69 schools across 20 counties participated in the Backpack Program, serving over 3,000 students with over 108,660 backpacks and 310,231 pounds of food. Our Summer Feeding Initiative was piloted in 2022 and has led to an increase in nutritious meal distribution during summer breaks. This initiative aimed to remove barriers to access and empower local organizations to better serve their communities. During our Summer Feeding Program in 2023, we distributed 62,424 pounds of healthy, nutritious foods to neighbors in need providing them with the equivalent of 52,020 meals.

Arkansas Foodbank’s efforts reflect a commitment to holistic support for children facing food insecurity, recognizing the critical link between nutrition and overall well-being. Through strategic partnerships and innovative programs, we strive to ensure that no child goes hungry, promoting a brighter future for our communities.

Total Project Budget: 583,000

Other Funding
Sources For The Project (Committed & Potential): Arkansas Foodbank has many supporters for our fundraising goals.

Project Duration: 1 year: 8/1/24-7/3/25
Geographical Area Served: Arkansas Foodbank 33 county service area in Central, Eastern, and Southern AR.
Age Group To Be Served: 0-18

Contact Information

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Contact Prefix (Mr,Mrs etc.): Mrs.
Contact First Name: Sarah
Contact Last Name: Riffle
Contact Title: Chief Development Officer
Contact Phone: 501-569-4319
Contact Email: sriffle@arkansasfoodbank.org