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A red “CANCELED” banner covers a photo of watermelons and boxes, with “Watermelon Craze July 2026” partly visible.

Watermelon Crawl

We have some disappointing news to share: after careful consideration, we’ve made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Watermelon Crawl.

As anyone who’s ever gardened or farmed knows, Mother Nature doesn’t always cooperate. This year’s weather took a toll on our watermelon crop, leaving us without enough fruit to move forward with the event.

We know many of you had this event marked on your calendars, and we don’t take that for granted. The willingness of our volunteers and supporters to give their time toward getting fresh produce to neighbors facing hunger across Arkansas is exactly why this work matters. We’re disappointed by this outcome, but we remain deeply grateful for the community’s continued support.

Hunger Action Breakfast

Join us for the 2026 Hunger Action Breakfast, our signature morning gathering where community and compassion come together to ensure every Arkansan has reliable access to nutritious food. Over breakfast, you’ll hear how the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance sustains vital programs, from grants to food pantries to nutrition education, that empower families now and build a stronger tomorrow.

We’ll celebrate changemakers with our Acting Out Against Hunger Awards, honoring individuals, businesses, organizations, and elected officials whose innovation and leadership are making an impact statewide.

Mark your calendars for Thursday, September 17, 2026, at 7:30 AM at Chenal Country Club, and join Chairs Cori Keller and Eddie Davis as we recognize these inspiring stories and recommit to nourishing hope across Arkansas.

Questions? Contact Jennifer Owens Buie, Chief Development Officer, at jowensbuie@arhungeralliance.org.

College Hunger Summit

The Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance’s College Hunger Summit is an annual statewide gathering that unites students, faculty, administrators, policymakers, and advocates to address the urgent issue of food insecurity on Arkansas college campuses.

The Summit empowers participants to tackle food access barriers and strengthen campus pantries, SNAP outreach, and long-term policy change. By sharing best practices and collaborative strategies, we aim to ensure no student has to choose between their education and their basic needs.

Questions? Contact Jennifer Owens Buie, Chief Development Officer, at jowensbuie@arhungeralliance.org.

Turnip for Hunger

Turnip for Hunger – Family Volunteer Day!

Bring the whole family and help us harvest turnips to feed Arkansas families! Join us for the 2026 Turnip for Hunger this November at Heifer Ranch in Perryville. We’ll be harvesting turnips grown by the Alliance that will be donated to Arkansas food banks.

Why you’ll love it:

-Dig in and get your hands dirty in the turnip patch

-Breathe the fresh fall air & sunshine

-Warm up by the bonfire with coffee & hot chocolate

Fun for kids, adults, and everyone in between — roll up your sleeves and help turn this harvest into meals for neighbors in need!

Questions? Contact Alex Hendrickson, Community Food Systems Program Manager, at ahendrickson@arhungeralliance.org.

Giving Tuesday

This Giving Tuesday, December 1, join us in the fight against hunger in Arkansas. Your gift helps provide access to healthy food for children, families, and seniors across the state. Together, we can create a hunger-free future—one meal, one neighbor, one donation at a time.