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Article at a Glance Does hunger really impact kids beyond mealtime? It does. Hunger impacts how kids think, feel, and function throughout the day, not just when they sit down to eat. What does that look like? It can look like trouble focusing in school, low energy, or...
Article at a Glance What does food insecurity look like for families in Arkansas? It’s not always obvious. On the outside, life can look normal, but behind the scenes, parents are stretching meals, skipping food so their kids can eat, and trying to make impossible...
Article at a Glance How big is the need in Arkansas right now? It’s significant. Right now, more than 592,000 people in Arkansas are facing hunger, including nearly 168,000 children. And for many families, the gap between what they have and what they need continues to...