State Representative Trey Steimel has secured a $1,000 grant for the Black River Area Development Corporation through the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance. The funding was used to address food insecurity in the region by providing food packages to families during the annual back-to-school season.
According to officials, the initiative aimed to ensure that students returned to the classroom with consistent access to nutritious meals. The distribution of food packages supports families facing challenges with food security, particularly as the school year begins and household expenses often increase.
The grant highlights ongoing efforts by community leaders and organizations in Arkansas to combat hunger. The Black River Area Development Corporation works on multiple fronts to support local residents, with partnerships like this grant playing a role in meeting critical needs.
Steimel’s office and the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance were not immediately available for further comment on upcoming similar initiatives.