Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance Press Conference

Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance and Arkansas Automobile Dealers Association Announce Second Year of Partnership

LITTLE ROCK, AR – The Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance (the Alliance) and the Arkansas Automobile Dealers Association (AADA) are proud to announce the second year of their statewide partnership. This year’s focus will highlight collaboration between AADA members and Alliance member organizations across Arkansas, working together to fight hunger and strengthen communities.

The initiative connects the reach and resources of Arkansas’s auto dealers with the local expertise and grassroots efforts of food banks, pantries, and hunger relief organizations. By linking these networks, the partnership aims to expand awareness, increase community engagement, and create new opportunities for Arkansans to support hunger relief.

To further outline this year’s plan, the Alliance and AADA will hold a press conference on Thursday, October 9 at 11:00 a.m. at Gwatney Buick GMC in North Little Rock. Leaders from both organizations will share details of upcoming joint efforts and highlight ways the public can get involved.

“This partnership demonstrates the power of collaboration when business and nonprofit communities come together,” said Sylvia Blain, Alliance Chief Executive Officer. “We’re excited to build on last year’s momentum and continue serving Arkansans in need.”

Greg Kirkpatrick, President, says, “The Arkansas Automobile Dealers Association is proud to support the vital work of the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance in addressing food insecurity across our state, especially during this harvest season when we're reminded of the abundance our communities can provide. As businesses deeply rooted in Arkansas communities, our dealers understand the importance of ensuring that no family goes without basic necessities like food.  We're honored to contribute to the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance's mission and look forward to seeing the positive impact this funding will have on families throughout the state during this season of giving.”

Frank Hug, Hug Chevrolet Buick GMC in Charleston, Arkansas, where he serves as the third-generation owner and operator of the dealership. He is also a past chairman of the AADA and says, “The Arkansas Automobile Dealers Association supports the Hunger Alliance financially and works to bring awareness of food insecurity of Arkansans throughout our communities.”

“AADA members have stepped up in such a meaningful way,” said Jennifer Owens Buie, Director of Development for the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance. “By working alongside our Alliance members, we can reach deeper into communities, create more awareness, and bring real solutions to the fight against hunger.”

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About the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance: The Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance is a collaborative statewide voice advancing solutions to hunger. Our vision is to create a hunger-free Arkansas. Founding members include the Arkansas Foodbank in Little Rock, Food Bank of North Central Arkansas in Mountain Home, Food Bank of Northeast Arkansas in Jonesboro, Harvest Regional Food Bank in Texarkana, Northwest Arkansas Food Bank in Springdale, and River Valley Regional Food Bank in Fort Smith. For more information, visit www.arhungeralliance.org.