Building relationships and lasting partnerships

The Arkansas Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Employment and Training team participated in days of service to facilitate team bonding, give back, and share Maximus’ commitment to the community. 

After a successful first in-person project, during which the team organized and built shelves for incoming donations for The Russ Bus, they wanted to continue to meet the needs of their community by partnering again for a virtual project. In a quest to discover what other assistance they could offer, the team and The Russ Buss agreed to create a resource directory of organizations that serve those experiencing homelessness around Arkansas to help connect more resources to those that need it most.

As a part of Maximus’ mission of moving people forward, this team’s daily focus was to educate SNAP recipients on the benefits of SNAP Employment and Training, assist in overcoming barriers to education and employment, and refer to SNAP Employment Training Providers. Due to this shared goal, the Maximus team was able to assist The Russ Bus with creating a resource directory of 400 organizations that could help individuals and families experiencing homelessness across the state.

Thank you to the Maximus Arkansas SNAP Employment and Training team for demonstrating Maximus’ values by supporting local organizations and the communities where we live and serve. Your commitment showcases the great things that happen when we come together.

This story was submitted through the Foundation’s Share Your Story campaign and highlights the Maximus staff’s commitment to creating positive change.

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