Getting Ready for a New Year of Hope and Impact at Samaritan

As the year comes to a close, we at Samaritan are reflecting on the incredible support from our community and setting our sights on exciting new goals for the year ahead. Each year brings fresh opportunities to serve our neighbors in need, and 2025 is no exception. Here’s a glimpse of what we’re working toward and how you can help us make a difference.

1. Re-opening the Samaritan Cafe in Springdale

One of our most anticipated goals is re-opening the Samaritan Cafe at our new Springdale Community Center. This past year, we served over 50,000 individuals through our food pantry programs, but the Cafe offers something special: a warm, welcoming space where neighbors can enjoy a hot meal and connect with others. We’re thrilled to bring this back to Springdale and look forward to seeing the Cafe become a hub of hope and community once again.

2. Planting an Herb Garden in Springdale

Sustainability and fresh, healthy food are at the heart of what we do. This year, we’re expanding our efforts by starting a new herb garden at our Springdale location. Herbs grown here will be used in the Samaritan Cafe and shared with clients in our Market, adding fresh flavors and nutritional value to meals. We can’t wait to see this garden flourish, thanks to the help of volunteers and supporters like you.

3. Highlighting the Impact of the Samaritan Shop

Did you know that every time you shop or donate to the Samaritan Shop, you’re directly supporting our mission? The revenue from these thrift stores helps fund programs like SnackPacks for Kids and our free counseling clinic. In 2025, we’re focusing on sharing more stories about how your shopping choices create lasting change for families in need. Whether you’re thrifting for a bargain or donating gently used items, you’re making a real difference.

4. Reaching More People in Need

At Samaritan, we believe everyone deserves access to food, clothing, and resources to navigate tough times. This year, we’re stepping up our efforts to reach more people who could benefit from our services. By spreading the word about our free food pantry, dental clinic, and other support programs, we hope to ensure that no neighbor in Northwest Arkansas goes without the help they need.

Join Us in Making 2025 a Year of Change

We’re excited about the year ahead, and we can’t wait for you to join us! Here’s how you can help:

• Follow us on social media to stay updated on our progress and learn more about our programs. Sharing our posts is an easy and powerful way to spread the word about our free food pantry, thrift stores, and other community services.

• Volunteer with us. Whether it’s planting herbs, packing SnackPacks, or helping at the Market, your time makes a big difference.

• Shop or donate at the Samaritan Shop. Your support funds vital programs that uplift our neighbors.

Together, we can make 2025 a year of hope, growth, and positive change. Let’s build a stronger, more connected community—one act of kindness at a time.

Thank you for being part of our Samaritan family. Here’s to a new year filled with love, compassion, and opportunity!