Author: Charles Frith
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Outreach Ministry of St. Andrew Catholic Cathedral
Guided by the words of Jesus Christ—“Whatever you did for one of the least of these brothers and sisters of mine, you did for me”—the Outreach Ministry of St. Andrew Catholic Cathedral is dedicated to alleviating the suffering of the unsheltered population in Little Rock and North Little Rock. Putting this mission into action, the…
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McDonald’s – Palacios Enterprises Brings Food to the Little Rock Stewpot
McDonald’s – Palacios Enterprises initially brought food and helped serve lunch at the Little Rock Stewpot for both Thanksgiving and Christmas in 2025. Beginning in January 2026, they agreed to donate an entrée every 4th Friday of the month. On Friday, May 22, they brought 50 sacks, each containing a hamburger, three chicken nuggets and…
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Help Us Bring a Little Extra Comfort to Our Neighbors
As many of you know, the Little Rock Stewpot works hard to provide complete, comforting meals to those we serve every day. Recently, due to global supply chain strains and limited USDA food availability, some of the items we normally rely on have become harder to source. We are especially feeling the shortage in desserts,…
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Little Rock Stewpot Cookout
Executives from Arkansas Health & Wellness (AHW) gathered at the Little Rock Stewpot on Thursday, May 14, to host a community cookout. The team grilled hamburgers and hotdogs, served alongside a full spread of classic toppings, assorted chips, soft drinks, and ever-popular Little Debbie snack cakes. With beautiful weather and a fantastic turnout, participants enjoyed…
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Food Donation from a Special Group
On a periodic, spontaneous basis. the Little Rock Chinese Community donates food to the Little Rock Stewpot. In the past they have donated numerous large jars of peanut butter, which is a staple that is used every day to make peanut butter and jelly sandwiches. They have also donated large boxes of chips which are…
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PROVIDENCE PARK- AN INNOVATIVE HOUSING INITIATIVE
Providence Park is an innovative housing initiative aimed at providing permanent, supportive, and sustainable housing to chronically homeless individuals in a community-driven environment. Emphasizing the importance of meeting basic needs to tackle homelessness at its core, this approach aims to enhance quality of life, reduce societal costs, and foster sense of belonging and stability for…
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Bombas Socks Update: A New Chapter in Local Giving
For years, the Little Rock Stewpot has been a proud partner of Bombas, an organization committed to a “one purchased, one donated” mission. This partnership has brought thousands of pairs of essential socks and underwear to those in our community. Historically, Charlie Frith coordinated these efforts, with the Little Rock Stewpot acting as the primary distribution hub for other local…
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The Little Rock Stewpot Serves Easter Lunch
Jason cooked four butter ball turkeys to serve for the Little Rock Stewpot Easter Lunch on Friday, April 2. In addition to the roast turkey breast, accessory items included Dempsey Bakery stuffing with dark meat, green beans and bacon, mashed potatoes, gravy, and bread.
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Little Rock Stewpot Celebrates Fifty Years of Service in 2026
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The Little Rock Stewpot Offers Dog Food to Diners’ Pets
With support from a grant provided by the Arkansas Foodbank, the Little Rock Stewpot was able to purchase bulk 50-pound bags of dog food to better serve our diners experiencing homelessness. These large bags were repackaged into smaller, manageable portions by volunteers, making it easier for individuals to care for their pets while navigating difficult…
