Here are some organizations working tirelessly to improve the lives of people in Little Rock.
The Van
The One, Inc. has a mission of locating and loving our unsheltered homeless neighbors in Central Arkansas. We operate The Van, The Field, Katheryn's House, and open emergency shelters in the winter. Our purpose is to be a mobile resource and help people where they are.
Visit websiteLucie's Place
Lucie’s Place provides LGBTQ young adults experiencing homelessness in Central Arkansas with safe living environments, job training and counseling services in order to ensure lifelong stability and success, and works to promote equality and acceptance for LGBTQ young adults.
Visit website100 Black Men of Great Little Rock
Our most important challenge is to motivate positive change within our community. We strive to help our youth by demonstrating the importance of healthy eating habits, the value of an education, and by being good citizens by giving back in any way that we can.
Visit websiteEl Zócalo
El Zócalo Immigrant Resource Center is a grassroots organization in Central Arkansas. Our mission is to promote a dignified life for immigrants in Arkansas by connecting individuals and families with services and fostering community-wide understanding through education.
Visit websiteOur House
Our House empowers homeless and near-homeless families and individuals to succeed in the workforce, in school, and in life through hard work, wise decision-making, and active participation in the community.
Visit websiteYouth Home
The mission of Youth Home, Inc. is to equip and empower youth, adults, and families to become healthier contributing members of the community by providing compassionate emotional and behavioral health care.
Visit websiteLittle Rock Community Mental Health Center, Inc.
LRCMHC is committed to providing accessible, innovative and progressive behavioral healthcare to enhance the well-being of adults, their families and the Central Arkansas community by designing and implementing individualized services…
Visit websiteArkansas Food Bank
The Arkansas Foodbank is the foundation in the fight against hunger. We find pathways to connect people, resources and food to reach those in need, providing dignity, hope and a brighter future for all Arkansans.
Visit websiteThe Arkansas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty
The Arkansas Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty (ACADP) is a nonpartisan, ecumenical organization which brings together social justice and religious organizations in Arkansas to oppose the death penalty.
Visit websiteWomen Lead Arkansas
Our mission is to empower women to engage in politics, policy, and leadership.
Visit websiteThea Foundation
Thea Foundation’s mission is to advocate the importance of the arts in the development of Arkansas's youth. Our programs are designed to help youth find confidence through creative expression, during and after school.
Visit websiteAR Kids Read
Our mission is to improve the future of Arkansas children and families by advancing literacy education through community engagement and tutoring so that all children can read proficiently by the end of third grade.
Visit websiteArkansas Access to Justice Foundation, Inc.
The Arkansas Access to Justice Foundation works to ensure justice for all. That means that all Arkansans get the protections of the law.
Visit websiteAdvocates for Children and Families
The mission of Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families is to ensure that all children and their families have the resources and opportunities to lead healthy and productive lives and to realize their full potential.
Visit websiteArkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence
The Arkansas Coalition Against Domestic Violence (ACADV) is a nonprofit organization that has served both rural and urban areas of Arkansas since its inception in 1981. The membership consists of domestic violence service providers and others who demonstrate support for the philosophy, goals and objectives of the ACADV.
Visit websiteArkansas Women's Outreach
A nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that aims to promote the wellbeing of local homeless women through access to adequate health services and education. We help provide the basic items women need such as feminine hygiene products, underwear, wipes and condoms.
Visit websiteView even more at ArkansasGives.org.