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    About This Guide

    This guide was created to help individuals and families in Arkansas navigate long-term care with more clarity and confidence. Whether you're planning ahead or facing an immediate care need, finding the right support can feel overwhelming.

    Inside, you'll find a curated list of nonprofit organizations across Arkansas, including caregiver support services, disease-specific foundations, veteran resources, and community-based programs. Each listing includes verified contact information and a brief description to help you quickly understand what's available.

    Our goal is to make it easier for you to explore your options, connect with trusted long-term care resources in Arkansas, and take the next step with confidence.

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    We strive to keep this directory accurate and up-to-date. However, nonprofit organizations change, merge, or close over time, and web addresses can change without notice. Always verify contact details directly with each organization. If you find an outdated listing or are a nonprofit that isn't listed and would like to be included, please reach out to us at hello@LTCareNav.com.

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    Alzheimer's Association — Arkansas Chapter
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (National Chapter)
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (all 75 counties; Little Rock headquarter…
    24/7 helpline, care consultations, support groups (Central AR, NW AR, NE AR, SE AR, SW AR, River Valley — both in-person and virtual), Walk to End Alzheimer's events statewide, advocacy, and professional training. Statewide chapter established within the national Association.
    1-800-272-3900 | Local: 501-239-8229 | jithompson@alz.orghttps://www.alz.org/arkansas
    Alzheimer's ArkansasState Unique
    Type: Arkansas-Unique Caregiver Support Nonprofit (Since 1984)
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock-based; statewide reach)
    Arkansas' own caregiver-focused nonprofit founded 1984. Personalized support to unpaid family caregivers, education and training, counseling, support groups, advocacy and awareness, and resource distribution and referral services. The Schmieding Center training curriculum (UAMS) is used for both professional and family caregivers. CARE Partners program for business community donors.
    501-227-7225 | info@alzark.org | 201 Markham Center Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205https://alzark.org
    The Broyles FoundationState Unique
    Type: Arkansas-Unique Dementia Caregiver Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock-based)
    Supports, empowers, and coaches caregivers of persons living with Alzheimer's and other dementias through education and training, advocacy and awareness, counseling, support groups, resource distribution, and referral services. Named after Arkansas Razorbacks football coaching legend Frank Broyles, whose wife Barbara lived with Alzheimer's.
    Contact via websitehttps://broylesfoundation.org
    UAMS Reynolds Institute on Aging
    Type: Academic Geriatric Research & Care
    Region: Little Rock / UAMS campus (statewide referral hub)
    Leader in geriatrics for Arkansas providing excellent services for seniors through teaching, biomedical research, and patient care. Provides outpatient geriatric assessment clinics, memory evaluations, and care coordination for older Arkansans across the state.
    501-686-5000https://aging.uams.edu/
    Parkinson's Foundation — Mid-America Chapter (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (served through Mid-America chapter; national resou…
    Parkinson's Foundation Helpline, support group directory, Moving Day walk events, caregiver resources, educational programs, wellness grants, and referrals to movement disorder specialists in Little Rock and Fayetteville.
    1-800-473-4636https://parkinson.org
    American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA) — Mid-America (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (served through APDA Mid-America; movement disorder…
    Free Helpline, referrals to movement disorder specialists, care partner support resources, virtual support groups, and educational resources for Arkansans living with Parkinson's disease.
    1-800-223-2732https://apdaparkinson.org
    Parkinson Arkansas Support Groups (via Parkinson's Foundation)
    Type: Peer Support Network
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock, Hot Springs, Fort Smith, Jo…
    Multiple community-based support groups meeting regularly across Arkansas for people with Parkinson's and their care partners. Contact the Parkinson's Foundation Helpline for a complete list of current Arkansas support groups.
    1-800-473-4636https://www.parkinson.org/resources-support
    ALS Association — Mid-America Chapter (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (served through Mid-America chapter; care at UAMS A…
    Free Care Manager support and guidance for ALS patients and families, equipment loans, financial assistance referrals, support groups, research funding, and connection to the UAMS ALS clinic.
    1-800-782-4747 (national ALS Helpline)https://als.org/mid-america
    American Cancer Society — Arkansas
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock and Bentonville offices)
    Patient navigation, Road to Recovery transportation, Hope Lodge lodging (Little Rock), Look Good Feel Better, 24/7 helpline, research funding, and advocacy. ACS offices serve both Central Arkansas and Northwest Arkansas.
    1-800-227-2345https://cancer.org/arkansas
    UAMS Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute
    Type: Academic Cancer Center / Nonprofit Academic
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock; outreach clinics statewide)
    Arkansas' only NCI-designated cancer center and only academic cancer center. Clinical trials, financial counseling, patient navigation, survivorship programs, multidisciplinary tumor boards, and specialized oncology clinics. Comprehensive cancer research and treatment.
    501-686-8000 | 4781 E Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205https://uamshealth.com/cancer
    Leukemia & Lymphoma Society — Mid-South Chapter (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (served through Mid-South chapter)
    Financial assistance for blood cancer patients, co-pay assistance, First Connection peer support, educational resources, Light the Night events, and research funding.
    1-800-955-4572https://bloodcancerunited.org/
    Susan G. Komen — Arkansas Affiliate
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit (Breast Cancer)
    Region: Statewide Arkansas
    Financial assistance for breast cancer screening and treatment, patient navigation, education, awareness events, and advocacy for all Arkansans.
    1-877-465-6636https://komen.org/arkansas
    Lupus Foundation of America — Mid-South Chapter (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (served through Mid-South chapter)
    Education, advocacy, health fairs, and support groups for people living with lupus in Arkansas.
    Contact via websitehttps://lupus.org
    American Heart Association — Arkansas
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock office)
    Heart disease and stroke education, CPR/AED training, Go Red for Women events, Heart Walk, blood pressure screenings, advocacy, and research funding.
    1-800-242-8721 | Little Rock: 501-664-4015https://heart.org/arkansas
    National Stroke Association / Stroke Recovery Resources
    Type: Stroke Recovery Support
    Region: Statewide Arkansas
    Stroke survivor peer support resources, education, and post-stroke rehabilitation navigation for patients and caregivers. UAMS and Baptist Health provide stroke rehabilitation programs statewide.
    1-800-787-6537https://stroke.org
    National MS Society — Mid-South Chapter (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (served through Mid-South chapter; MS care at UAMS …
    MS Navigator helpline, virtual support groups for Arkansans, educational programs, Walk MS events, financial assistance, and referrals to neurologists statewide.
    1-800-344-4867https://www.nationalmssociety.org/resources/get-connected/in-your-area/orc
    American Diabetes Association — Arkansas
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (served through ADA national network; eve…
    Diabetes education, advocacy, research, and connection to local support resources and self-management programs across Arkansas.
    1-800-342-2383https://diabetes.org
    UAMS Diabetes Education Program
    Type: Academic Medical Diabetes Education
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock and outreach clinics)
    Certified diabetes education programs (CDCES-led), nutrition counseling, insulin management, diabetes self-management education and support (DSMES), and clinical research. Partners with community health centers across the state.
    501-686-5000https://uamshealth.com/expertise/diabetes-and-endocrinology-care/
    UAMS Adult Sickle Cell Clinical Program (ASCCP)
    Type: Academic Medical Program (State-Funded)
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (UAMS, Little Rock — 24/7 statewide refer…
    State-funded program (established 2014 with support from Arkansas Legislature and Medicaid) coordinating adult sickle cell care across Arkansas. 250+ active patients. Partnerships with primary care providers statewide, 24/7 call center, treatment guidelines, support group (first Monday of each month at UAMS), and clinical trials. The only comprehensive adult SCD program in Arkansas.
    501-686-8000 | 449 Jack Stephens Dr, Little Rock, AR 72205https://uamshealth.com/sickle-cell
    Arkansas Children's Hospital — Sickle Cell Disease Program
    Type: Pediatric Sickle Cell Program
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Arkansas Children's, Little Rock — only …
    The only hospital in Arkansas providing comprehensive pediatric sickle cell disease diagnosis, evaluation, and treatment. Full team: hematologist, NP, specialty nurses, apheresis nurse, and social worker. Seamlessly transitions adult patients to UAMS Adult Sickle Cell Program.
    501-364-1100 | 1 Children's Way, Little Rock, AR 72202https://www.archildrens.org/health-and-wellness/health-library/sickle-cell
    Sickle Cell Unlimited (SCU)
    Type: Peer-Led Nonprofit / Community Education
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock-based; founded by a sickle c…
    Patient-founded nonprofit providing peer support and education to Arkansans navigating sickle cell disease. Founded by Phillip Sanders, whose disease was cured via bone marrow transplant in 2020. Meets in partnership with UAMS SCD support group.
    sicklecellunlimited@gmail.comhttps://www.sicklecellunlimited.com/
    Cystic Fibrosis Foundation — Mid-South Chapter (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (CF care at Arkansas Children's Hospital and UAMS)
    Access to CF care centers, Compass Navigator for benefits assistance, financial assistance, disease management education, and research funding.
    1-800-344-4823https://cff.org
    Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) — Arkansas
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (care centers at Arkansas Children's and …
    Equipment loans, MDA Summer Camp, care center access, research funding, and peer support for families affected by muscular dystrophy and related diseases.
    1-800-572-1717https://mda.org
    Huntington's Disease Society of America (HDSA) — Mid-South (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (served through Mid-South chapter; HDSA Center of E…
    Social worker support, care management, family education, research funding, and referrals to HDSA Centers of Excellence for Arkansans affected by Huntington's disease.
    1-800-345-HDSA (4372)https://hdsa.org
    Epilepsy Foundation of Arkansas
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock-based)
    Education, support groups, Seizure Smart school programs, advocacy, medication assistance programs, and resource referrals for people living with epilepsy and their caregivers.
    501-227-2228https://epilepsyarkansas.org
    Arthritis Foundation — Southeast Chapter (serving Arkansas)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Arkansas (served through Southeast chapter)
    Walk with Ease exercise program, aquatics, self-management education, advocacy, and research funding for Arkansans living with arthritis.
    1-800-283-7800https://arthritis.org
    National Kidney Foundation of Arkansas
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (served through national NKF)
    Patient financial assistance, organ donation awareness, kidney health screenings, and education for those with kidney disease. Arkansas has elevated rates of kidney disease tied to its high diabetes and hypertension rates.
    1-800-622-9010https://kidney.org
    Brain Injury Association of Arkansas (BIAA)
    Type: Disease-Specific Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas
    Education, advocacy, support groups, resource navigation, and statewide referrals for brain injury survivors and their families.
    Contact via websitehttps://biaar.org
    NAMI Arkansas (Statewide)
    Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock headquarters; 14+ local affi…
    Advocacy, free NAMI programs (Family-to-Family, Peer-to-Peer, NAMI Basics, In Our Own Voice), HelpLine, support groups, and public policy work. Local affiliates include NAMI Little Rock, NAMI Northwest Arkansas, NAMI Jonesboro/NE Arkansas, and others.
    501-661-1548 | 800-844-0381 | 1012 Autumn Rd, Suite 1, Little Rock, AR 72211https://namiarkansas.org
    NAMI Little Rock
    Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
    Region: Pulaski County / Central Arkansas
    Free support groups, education classes (Family-to-Family, Peer-to-Peer), advocacy, and community outreach for those affected by mental illness in the greater Little Rock area.
    Contact via NAMI Arkansas: 501-661-1548https://nami.org/affiliate/arkansas/nami-little-rock-ar
    NAMI Northwest Arkansas
    Type: Mental Health Nonprofit
    Region: Benton and Washington Counties / NW Arkansas (Fayetteville/B…
    Free support groups, NAMI education programs, advocacy, and community outreach for residents of Northwest Arkansas affected by mental illness.
    Contact via namiarkansas.orghttps://nami.org/affiliate/arkansas/nami-northwest-arkansas
    Arisa Health
    Type: Mental Health / Behavioral Health Network
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (50+ clinic locations including Fayettevi…
    Community mental health centers providing outpatient behavioral health, telemedicine, crisis services, substance use treatment, and psychiatric care on a sliding scale. Formerly Ozark Guidance and other regional CMHCs.
    Contact via arisahealth.orghttps://arisahealth.org
    Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA)
    Type: Disability Rights / Legal Advocacy
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Protection & Advocacy organization)
    Free legal advocacy for Arkansans with disabilities including mental health conditions, developmental disabilities, and physical disabilities. Investigates abuse, neglect, and rights violations.
    501-296-1775 | 1-800-482-1174https://disabilityrightsark.org
    Salvation Army — Adult Rehabilitation Centers (ARC) Arkansas
    Type: Faith-Based (Christian) Recovery | Open to All
    Region: Little Rock and Fort Smith (ARC locations)
    Residential substance use rehabilitation, work therapy program, transitional housing, and recovery support services. The Salvation Army ARCs are among Arkansas's primary residential addiction treatment programs.
    Little Rock: 501-374-9296 | Fort Smith: 479-782-1121https://www.salvationarmyusa.org
    Quapaw House Inc.
    Type: Substance Use Treatment Nonprofit
    Region: Garland County / Hot Springs area (statewide referrals)
    Outpatient and residential substance use disorder treatment, co-occurring mental health services, DWI/DUI education, and prevention programs for adults and adolescents. One of Arkansas's longest-standing addiction treatment nonprofits.
    501-624-6603https://quapawhouse.org
    Arkansas Council on Problem Gambling (ACPG)
    Type: Problem Gambling Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas
    Problem gambling helpline, treatment referrals, education, awareness, and support for Arkansans and their families affected by compulsive gambling.
    1-800-522-4700https://arcpg.org
    The Phoenix Recovery Community (Little Rock)
    Type: Peer Recovery Support / Nonprofit
    Region: Central Arkansas / Little Rock area
    Peer recovery support services, recovery community center, sober social activities, job readiness, and community building for people in recovery from substance use disorders.
    Contact via websitehttps://www.phoenixarkansas.com/
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    CareLink — Central Arkansas AAA
    Type: Senior Services Nonprofit / AAA Region V
    Region: Pulaski, Faulkner, Lonoke, Monroe, Prairie, Saline counties …
    Arkansas's largest AAA. Senior centers, Meals on Wheels, in-home care, caregiver support, transportation, legal assistance, SHIP Medicare counseling, Long-Term Care Ombudsman services, and the Arkansas Senior 211 statewide referral hotline. Serves 10,000+ seniors annually.
    501-372-5300 | 800-482-6359 | 7107 Kanis Rd, Little Rock, AR 72204https://carelink.org
    Arkansas Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
    Type: State Advocacy Program
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (through DAAS and 8 AAAs)
    Investigates complaints from nursing home and assisted living residents, advocates for resident rights, and helps families and caregivers navigate long-term care quality issues across all 75 counties.
    501-682-8952 | 800-482-8049https://arombudsman.dhs.arkansas.gov/
    AARP Arkansas — Caregiver Resources
    Type: Nonprofit Advocacy & Support (50+)
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock State Office)
    Family caregiver resource guides, AARP Caregiving Resource Line, driver safety, AARP Tax-Aide, advocacy for caregiver policies, and connection to local senior services.
    1-866-554-5380 (AR State Office)https://states.aarp.org/arkansas
    Arkansas Legal Services Partnership
    Type: Legal Aid Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (offices in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Jo…
    Free civil legal assistance for low-income Arkansans including seniors 60+ (without income test). Covers elder law, housing, benefits, domestic violence, and consumer issues. The Arkansas Legal Services Partnership comprises Center for Arkansas Legal Services and Legal Aid of Arkansas.
    1-800-952-9243 | arkansaslegalservices.orghttps://arlegalservices.org
    Arkansas Hospice (Statewide)
    Type: Nonprofit Hospice Network
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock and multiple regional office…
    One of Arkansas's largest nonprofit hospice providers. Serves patients and families across the state with hospice, palliative care, bereavement support, and caregiver education.
    501-748-3334 | 800-632-4642https://arkansashospice.org
    Schmieding Center for Senior Health & Education — UAMS
    Type: Caregiver Training / Academic Program
    Region: Northwest and Central Arkansas (UAMS program; Fort Smith and…
    Nationally recognized evidence-based caregiver training curriculum for both professional and family caregivers. Videos, online content, and hands-on training specific to caring for seniors with dementia and other conditions. Programs delivered in collaboration with Alzheimer's Arkansas and the 8 AAAs.
    479-785-2132 | schmieding@uams.eduhttps://uamscaregiving.org/springdale/
    Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs (ADVA)
    Type: State Government Agency
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (all 75 counties — each county maintains …
    Free VA benefits claims assistance and navigation through County Veterans Service Officers in all 75 counties. Manages 4 Arkansas State Veterans Homes. Core mission unchanged since 1923: connect veterans to local, state, and federal benefits they have earned.
    501-683-2382 | 501 Woodlane Dr, Suite 401N, Little Rock, AR 72201 | veterans.arkansas.govhttps://veterans.arkansas.gov
    Disabled American Veterans (DAV) — Arkansas Department
    Type: Veterans Advocacy Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock office and chapters statewid…
    Free VA benefits claims assistance, DAV Van transportation to VA Medical Centers, advocacy for disabled veterans, and emergency financial assistance through local chapters.
    501-372-1695 | ar.dav.orghttps://ar.dav.org
    American Legion — Department of Arkansas
    Type: Veterans Service Organization
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (400+ posts statewide)
    Veterans benefits assistance via Service Officers (all 75 counties), Boys/Girls State programs, scholarships, emergency financial assistance, community programs, and advocacy at the Arkansas Capitol.
    501-375-1104 | 7th & Victory St, Little Rock, AR 72201https://arklegion.org
    Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) — Department of Arkansas
    Type: Veterans Service Organization
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (posts in Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort…
    Free VA claims assistance through Service Officers, financial assistance for veterans in need, caregiver support, and community service programs.
    Contact via vfw.org/arkansashttps://vfw.org
    AMVETS — Arkansas Department
    Type: Veterans Service Organization
    Region: Statewide Arkansas
    Veterans claims assistance, legislative advocacy, scholarships, and community service for veterans of all eras.
    Contact via amvets.orghttps://amvets.org
    Volunteers of America Mid-States — Arkansas Veteran Programs
    Type: Veterans Support Nonprofit
    Region: Central Arkansas and statewide
    Transitional housing for homeless veterans, peer support, and reintegration services through VOA Mid-States (which includes Arkansas). Partners with VA and community organizations.
    Contact via voamid.orghttps://voamid.org
    Jewish Federation of Arkansas (JFAR)
    Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) | Open to All
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock headquarters)
    Financial support for Jewish families in need, elder care and senior caregiver programs (social worker, family services), camp and educational scholarships, Holocaust education, and community programs. Supports Our House Shelter, Jewish Children's Regional Service (JCRS), and the Arkansas Holocaust Education Committee. Partners with JCRS for child welfare services reaching all Arkansas families in need.
    501-663-3571 | federation@jewisharkansas.org | 300 Spring Bldg, Little Rock, AR 72201https://jewisharkansas.org
    Jewish Children's Regional Service (JCRS) — Arkansas
    Type: Faith-Based (Jewish) Child Welfare | Open to All
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (JCRS is New Orleans-based; serves Arkans…
    Child welfare services, emergency financial assistance for children and families, case management, and resource navigation for families in need across Arkansas. JFAR is a key JCRS partner organization.
    504-899-0390 | jcrs.org/arkansashttps://jcrs.org
    Catholic Charities of Arkansas
    Type: Faith-Based (Catholic) | Open to All
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock HQ; additional offices in Sp…
    Refugee resettlement and immigration legal services (Little Rock and Springdale offices), Faith Community Nursing program statewide, prison ministry, medical clinic services, Catholic Adoption Services, and emergency assistance. Christopher Homes of Arkansas provides low-income senior housing for people 62+ and mobility-impaired. Abba House: shelter for pregnant mothers, children, and homeless women.
    501-664-0340 | 2500 N Tyler St, Little Rock, AR 72207 | immigration office: Springdale 479-927-1333https://dolr.org/catholic-charities
    Lutheran Social Services of the Mid-South (LSS Mid-South)
    Type: Faith-Based (Lutheran) | Open to All
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (part of LSS Mid-South, serving AR, TN, a…
    Refugee resettlement and integration services, foster care and adoption, community social services, and disaster response. Open to all regardless of faith. One of the primary refugee resettlement partners in Arkansas.
    Contact via lssmidsouth.orghttps://lssmidsouth.org
    The Salvation Army — Arkansas
    Type: Faith-Based (Christian) | Open to All
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock, Fort Smith, Fayetteville, H…
    Emergency financial assistance, food pantries, homeless shelters, disaster relief, Angel Tree holiday program, Adopt-A-Family, Adult Rehabilitation Centers (Little Rock and Fort Smith), and senior programs. One of Arkansas's largest emergency service providers.
    Little Rock: 501-374-9296 | Fort Smith: 479-782-1121https://www.salvationarmyusa.org
    Arkansas Foodbank
    Type: Nonprofit Food Security
    Region: Central and Southern Arkansas (Little Rock warehouse; 400+ p…
    Largest food bank in Central and Southern Arkansas. Distributes food to partner agencies including food pantries, soup kitchens, and senior nutrition programs. Addresses Arkansas's top-5 national ranking for senior food insecurity.
    501-565-8121 | 4301 W 65th St, Little Rock, AR 72209https://arkansasfoodbank.org
    Northwest Arkansas Food Bank
    Type: Nonprofit Food Security
    Region: Northwest Arkansas (Bentonville/Rogers hub)
    Major food bank serving Benton, Carroll, Madison, and Washington counties — the fast-growing Northwest Arkansas corridor. Senior nutrition programs and emergency food distribution.
    479-872-8774https://nwafoodbank.org
    United Methodist Church Arkansas — Mission Programs
    Type: Faith-Based (Methodist) | Open to All
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock HQ; local churches in all co…
    Community outreach, emergency assistance, disaster relief, senior care, food pantries, and community development programs through Arkansas United Methodist Church's mission network.
    501-324-8000https://arumc.org
    Our House (Little Rock)
    Type: Community Shelter / Housing Nonprofit | Open to All
    Region: Central Arkansas / Little Rock
    Emergency shelter, transitional housing, and employment programs for homeless individuals and families including veterans. JFAR is a supporting partner organization. One of Little Rock's most comprehensive homeless service providers.
    501-374-7383 | 302 E Roosevelt Rd, Little Rock, AR 72206https://ourhouseshelter.org
    Arkansas 211 / United Way of Pulaski County
    Type: Community Nonprofit Network | Open to All
    Region: Statewide Arkansas
    Free 24/7 referral service for food, housing, health care, caregiver resources, mental health, disaster assistance, and more. Available by phone or at ar211.org. United Way of Pulaski County is the state's largest United Way affiliate.
    Dial 2-1-1https://ar211.org
    The Arc of Arkansas
    Type: Disability Services Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock headquarters; local chapters…
    Advocacy, support, and resources for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. Supports self-determination and community inclusion. 16+ local Arc affiliates across the state.
    501-375-7770https://arcark.org
    Easter Seals Arkansas
    Type: Disability Services Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock headquarters)
    Early intervention, autism and developmental disability services, adult employment support, day programs, caregiver respite, and community integration programs for Arkansans of all ages with disabilities.
    501-227-3600https://ar.easterseals.com
    Autism Society of Arkansas
    Type: Disability / Autism Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock-based)
    Education, advocacy, support groups, and resource navigation for individuals with autism and their families. Partners with the University of Arkansas and Arkansas Children's Hospital on awareness programs.
    Contact via websitehttps://www.arkansasautismfoundation.org/
    Arkansas Children's Hospital Foundation
    Type: Children's Health Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock — serves patients statewide)
    Funds pediatric research, programs, and services at Arkansas Children's Hospital and Arkansas Children's Northwest. Financial assistance programs for families with children receiving care. Arkansas Children's is the only pediatric health system in Arkansas.
    501-364-1472https://archildrensfoundation.org
    Winthrop Rockefeller Foundation
    Type: Statewide Community Development Nonprofit
    Region: Statewide Arkansas (Little Rock-based)
    Long-standing Arkansas foundation promoting economic, educational, and community health equity. Funds health access programs, rural health initiatives, and social services organizations statewide.
    501-376-6854https://wrfoundation.org
    United Way of Central Arkansas
    Type: Community Nonprofit Network
    Region: Pulaski County / Central Arkansas (partners with 60+ nonprof…
    Funds and coordinates a broad array of community services including health access, food security, financial stability, and education. Administers 211 Arkansas for Central Arkansas.
    501-376-4567https://uwcark.org
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