Jonesboro, Ark. – Families in need of infant nutrition will have a new source of help this weekend. The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas is organizing a drive‑through distribution of ready‑to‑drink infant formula on Friday, Oct. 9, from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Allen Park Community Center parking lot, 3609 Race St.
How the distribution will work
Anyone with an infant who requires formula may stop by during the scheduled window. No photo identification is required, but volunteers will ask for basic information such as name, address, and county of residence to keep records of assistance provided. Supplies will be offered on a first‑come, first‑served basis, and the event will conclude early if the stock runs out.
What will be provided
The food bank will hand out six‑pack bundles of 8‑ounce bottles of Similac Dual Prebiotic Blend with Iron, a milk‑based, ready‑to‑drink formula designed for infants. This product supplies essential nutrients and prebiotic fibers to support healthy growth and digestive health.
Why the program matters
Infant formula can be a significant expense for families, especially those facing economic hardship or limited access to grocery stores. By providing formula at no cost, the food bank helps ensure that newborns receive the nutrition they need during a critical stage of development. The initiative aligns with the organization’s broader mission to deliver emergency food assistance across 12 counties in Northeast Arkansas.
About the Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas
The Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas is a nonprofit organization that partners with local agencies, churches, and community groups to fight hunger. In addition to this formula giveaway, the agency operates a network of food pantries, mobile food trucks, and nutrition education programs throughout the region.
For families who need assistance or for volunteers who wish to help, more information can be found on the food bank’s website at foodbankofnea.org. The organization encourages community members to spread the word so that every infant in need can benefit from this life‑saving resource.
Original reporting: NEA Report (Jonesboro) — read the source article.
