Big changes are coming to the SNAP program after the passage of the federal HR1, the “One, Big Beautiful Bill.” Now, to keep SNAP running, states will need to pay for part of the program — something the state...
Big changes are coming to the SNAP program after the passage of the federal HR1, the “One, Big Beautiful Bill.” Now, to keep SNAP running, states will need to pay for part of the program — something the state...
In 2025, Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families, along with the Children’s Funding Project, released the Arkansas Children’s and Youth Fiscal Map. The map analyzes state spending on the broad range of programs funded by the state that are...
Ask anyone. Soup Sunday is one of THE MOST FUN events in Central Arkansas. The atmosphere is “souper” casual and family-friendly, the food is always delicious, and the cause most important – the future of Arkansas’s kids. Mark your...
This year, the Arkansas Kids Count Coalition is hosting a monthly webinar series, Policy 101, to explore the fundamentals of major policies and programs impacting children and families in Arkansas. The webinars are meant to provide advocates with the...
The state General Assembly will convene in April for its fiscal session, during which the legislature will vote on funding proposals for a wide range of programs and services. Important debates will occur on topics such as funding food...
This year, the Arkansas Kids Count Coalition is hosting a monthly webinar series, Policy 101, to explore the fundamentals of major policies and programs impacting children and families in Arkansas. The webinars are meant to provide advocates with the...
Each year, the Annie E. Casey Foundation releases the KIDS COUNT Data Book, a 50-state ranking of child well-being looking at four domains: economic well-being, education, health, and family and community. In this NAACP Union County-El Dorado Branch #6034...
In 1977, a group of 10 concerned Arkansans founded Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families, believing that children needed an independent voice to speak up for their interests. In that spirit, we invite you to join us for our...
Each year, the Annie E. Casey Foundation releases the KIDS COUNT Data Book, a 50-state ranking of child well-being looking at four domains: economic well-being, education, health, and family and community. In this Arkansas Kids Count Coalition Coffee and...