Jonesboro has a pair of uplifting community stories to celebrate this week, as a beloved local nonprofit prepares a festive fundraiser and a faith-based health center receives a meaningful financial boost.
The Family Crisis Center is bringing a little taste of Louisiana to Northeast Arkansas with CajunFest, a community event designed to raise funds and awareness for the organization’s vital work supporting families in need. The event promises Jonesboro residents an evening of bayou-inspired food, fun, and fellowship — all while backing a cause that makes a real difference in the lives of local families facing crisis. Details on the exact date and venue were announced through Jonesboro Right Now, and the community is encouraged to come out and show its support for one of the region’s most dedicated nonprofits.
In other heartening news, the Arvest Foundation has awarded a $4,000 grant to the Jonesboro Church Health Center, giving the faith-based organization a welcome infusion of resources. The Church Health Center serves community members who might otherwise struggle to access medical care, and a grant of this kind helps ensure those doors stay open and those services keep flowing. The Arvest Foundation’s investment is a testament to the power of local partnerships between the business community and faith-based organizations working side by side for the common good.
Together, these two stories paint a picture of a community that looks out for its own — whether through a fun-filled fundraiser on a warm Arkansas evening or a targeted grant that keeps a neighborhood health clinic running strong. Jonesboro’s nonprofits, faith communities, and local businesses continue to show that when neighbors work together, the whole community benefits.
Keep an eye on Jonesboro Right Now for more details on CajunFest as the event draws closer, and consider showing up to support the Family Crisis Center’s important mission. And if you or someone you know has benefited from the Jonesboro Church Health Center, this week’s grant news is a reminder that the community — and its generous funders — have your back.
Sources: Jonesboro Right Now, Jonesboro Right Now
