On Friday, June 12th, teams from KARK and FOX16 rolled up their sleeves for Nexstar Media Group’s annual Founders Day of Caring. Every year, this nationwide initiative empowers local news stations to give back to their communities by partnering with local nonprofits. Celebrating Nexstar’s 30th year of giving back, the Little Rock Stewpot was honored…

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…

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…

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…

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.

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…