“Food for Thought” is a monthly food and resource distribution program in Hot Springs, AR, held the 4th Saturday of each month in the parking lot on the corner of Malvern and Church Streets. This program
was implemented because of the need to address the immediate needs of the city’s marginalized populations by distributing food, clothing, and personal care items, along with resources for social services assistance. Initially launched in 2020, our first goal was designed to implement a consistent pathway from homelessness to housing, as well as to assist the global Covid-19 pandemic. Our reasoning to combat the COVID-19 pandemic was by-in-large due to its devastating effects to our most vulnerable citizens: underserved, marginalized, homeless/youth, mentally ill, and veterans. We continue to strive to provide a SMART social service resource to the community. The impact we have in our community can be seen through our community partners, along with growing support of diverse volunteers across the county. The items provided, along with the services rendered, are identifiable and realistic to the needs of our community.