It has been a generous week for Northeast Arkansas, with two major community funding efforts delivering meaningful support to local families and nonprofits.

Arvest Bank’s Million Meals Campaign has raised over $13,000 for the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas, according to Jonesboro Right Now. The campaign, aimed at helping stock shelves and feed families across the region, reflects the kind of community-minded giving that makes a tangible difference for neighbors facing food insecurity right here in the Natural State.

Adding to the good news, the United Way of Northeast Arkansas announced it will distribute over $425,000 in funding to various local nonprofits as part of its 2027 funding cycle. The investment, reported by Jonesboro Right Now, is set to bolster a wide range of organizations working on the front lines of community need in the area.

Together, the two efforts represent well over $438,000 flowing directly into the fabric of Northeast Arkansas — supporting food access, nonprofit services, and the countless volunteers and staff who make those missions possible. It is a strong reminder that Jonesboro and the surrounding communities continue to show up for one another in meaningful ways.

Sources: Jonesboro Right Now, Jonesboro Right Now