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Northwest Arkansas Food Bank The mission of the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank is to nourish Northwest Arkansas communities by feeding hungry people. Their vision is to be the leader in hunger relief by building partnerships with other hunger relief organizations. Simply stated, they collect food and distribute it through partner agencies and their own direct distribution methods to neighbors in need. Website: www.nwafoodbank.org. Oasis of Northwest Arkansas Oasis of Northwest Arkansas is a transitional living community that provides safe, sober housing and resources for women in recovery and their children. Website: www.oasisforwomennwa.org. Open Arms Pregnancy Center and Food Pantry Open Arms Pregnancy Center and Food Pantry in Huntsville have been open since 2001 and serves Madison County with USDA commodities and emergency food. They work with pregnant families, the elderly, disabled families, food insecure families and the homeless. Their goal is to lift the burden of poverty off families so they can experience the joy of life. Website: www.arhomevisiting. org/hv-sites/open-arms-pregnancy-center. Ozark Regional Transit Ozark Regional Transit is dedicated to providing safe, reliable and affordable public transportation to residents of Fayetteville, Rogers and Bentonville, as well as rural and urban areas in Washington, Benton, Madison and Carroll counties. A map of their routes on their website. Website: www.ozark.org. The Salvation Army of Northwest Arkansas The Salvation Army of Northwest Arkansas exists to help the people of our community. They provide food, shelter and assistance, 365 days a year. In addition, they offer recovery programs, financial assistance, advocacy programs and spiritual hope for those in need without discrimination. Website: southernusa.salvationarmy.org/ northwest-arkansas. Samaritan Community Center Samaritan Community Center is a grace- driven nonprofit that serves the hurting and hungry of northwest Arkansas with dignity and compassion. Since 2002, the organization has grown to include a free dental clinic, snack pack program, pantries and kitchens at locations in Springdale and Rogers. Two Samaritan Shop thrift stores in Rogers and Springdale, provide financial support to their overall operations. They strive to provide nutrient dense food for their clients, and they have a garden that supplements their meals and groceries with organic, sustainably grown produce. Website: www.samcc.org. Seeds That Feed Seeds that Feed is a nonprofit organization that was dreamed up by friends who shared a common urge to address the needs of our Northwest Arkansas community. Seeds that Feed collects fresh produce from local farmers markets, farms and donors to distribute fresh, healthy food to those in need in Benton and Washington counties. This allows food that would otherwise end up being thrown away or unnecessarily composted to go to those who need it the most. The organization helps make eating healthier a reality for tens of thousands of Northwest Arkansans who may not have access otherwise. Website: www. seedsfeed.org. St. James Food Pantry The purpose of St. James Baptist Church in Fayetteville is to restore hope and provide opportunities for people to become all that God intends them to be. Specifically, they focus on helping those experiencing homelessness, hunger and poverty. Their passion is driven by their commitment to meet the needs of others, provide essential resources, increase community connectivity, and offer stability to those that call our community home. Website: www.stjbc.org/ ministries/community-outreach. Tri Cycle Farms Tri Cycle Farms is a nonprofit, urban community farm located in the center of Fayetteville. Founded in 2011, Tri Cycle Farms seeks to grow "Community Through Soil" and address food insecurity in the neighboring community through food distribution and education. Through community engagement- based on regenerative agricultural practices and equitable redistribution of foods to community members experiencing food insecurity, Tri Cycle Farms has been fulfilling its mission since its first garden in 2012. Website: www.tricyclefarms.org Urban League of the State of Arkansas The Urban League has a rich history of serving communities nationwide. In Arkansas, one of its few statewide affiliates, this tradition carries forward through their efforts to improve the health, education, wealth and housing of our citizens. With a commitment to equity, inclusion and justice, the Urban League works to advance economic and social opportunities and prosperity for all Arkansans, with a concerted focus on the areas of health, education, jobs and housing. Its central office is in Little Rock, with satellite offices in Springdale and Helena. Website: www. urbanleagueark.org. 14