by jessica crenshaw | Jul 23, 2024 | Blog
No Kid Hungry recently announced ten national Summer Hunger Heroes hailing from nine states—and Arkansas is one of them! Amanda West, Child Nutrition Director for the Monticello School District and President of the Arkansas School Nutrition Association was one...
by jessica crenshaw | May 15, 2024 | Blog
By Laken Ross, Nutrition Programs Coordinator Ever tried studying on an empty stomach? It’s like trying to drive a car with an empty tank – you might move forward for a bit, but soon enough, you’ll sputter to a stop. For many college students,...
by jessica crenshaw | May 13, 2024 | Blog
This summer Arkansas is launching Summer EBT, a new grocery benefits program that provides families $120 for each eligible school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out. Summer is a time when many children lose access to the no cost and reduced-price...
by jessica crenshaw | Mar 19, 2024 | Blog
To honor Arkansas School Breakfast Month, Chef Liam shares his favorite breakfast recipes! English Muffin Breakfast Sandwich 30 Minutes; 6 Ingredients; 2 Servings Ingredients •1 small tomato •2 cups fresh spinach •2 whole wheat English muffins •1 teaspoon canola oil...
by jessica crenshaw | Feb 19, 2024 | Blog
As the end of my time as CEO of the Alliance approaches, I’ve been reflecting on the people I’ve been privileged to work with—the Alliance team and Board of Directors, our many partners across the state, a lot of elected officials, and above all, Arkansans struggling...
