Community Services Clearinghouse

06/19/2026

Our office will be closed on Friday, June 19, in observance of Juneteenth.

We will resume normal pantry hours on Tuesday from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM.

06/18/2026

✨ We have exciting staff news✨

Please join us in congratulating David Ross on his retirement after 14 years of dedicated service to The Clearinghouse. David’s hard work, commitment, and heart for serving our community has left a lasting impact on our organization and the thousands of individuals and families we have been blessed to serve. We are incredibly grateful for his years of service and the many ways he has helped further our mission. David, you will be greatly missed, and we wish you nothing but happiness in this next chapter of life.

At the same time, we are excited to welcome Shawn Thompson to The Clearinghouse team. Shawn will be stepping into this role and continuing the important work of helping us fight hunger and serve our community. We are grateful to have him join our family and look forward to all that is ahead.

Please join us in thanking David for his incredible legacy and welcoming Shawn as he begins his journey with The Clearinghouse! ❤️

06/18/2026

A huge thank you to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Fort Smith Ladies Auxiliary for their generous food donation to our pantry! ❤️ We are truly grateful for your commitment to making a difference and helping those in need. Thank you for your generosity! 🥫💙

06/17/2026

🚚🎉 Chloe, Sammie, and Shawn are set up United Way of Fort Smith Touch-a-Truck event at Van Buren High School! 🎉🚚

Come out and see us, explore all the awesome vehicles, and enjoy a fun day with the family!

06/10/2026

🚚🎉 Sammie & Shawn are set up at the Panama Touch-A-Truck event and ready to see you!
Come stop by, say hello, and check out all the fun.

06/09/2026

06/09/2026

📣 **ATTENTION HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS!** 📣

Need volunteer hours for school? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

Join us at **True Grit Ride** on **Saturday, June 27th** and help make a difference in our community while earning volunteer service hours.

We have two volunteer shifts available:
⏰ **12:30 PM – 3:00 PM**
⏰ **2:30 PM – 4:30 PM**

If you're interested, please call our office at 479-782-5074 to sign up.

❤️ Help us fight hunger in our community while earning your volunteer hours!

06/08/2026

🛒 Monday Minders 🛒

This week's food pantry need is canned ravioli, SpaghettiOs, and other easy-to-prepare canned pasta meals! 🍝❤️

These items are always popular with families because they're quick, filling, and kid-friendly.

If you're heading to the grocery store this week, consider picking up a few extra cans to help support local families in need.

Donations can be dropped off at Community Services Clearinghouse during business hours.

Every can makes a difference. Thank you for helping us keep our pantry shelves stocked and our neighbors fed! 💙

06/03/2026

💚 WHY TRUE GRIT? 💚

Because every mile makes a difference.
When you register for True Grit, you're doing more than signing up for a ride or run—you're helping support programs that provide food, resources, and hope to our neighbors throughout the year.

🏃 Every runner makes an impact.
🚴 Every rider makes a difference.
❤️ Every registration helps strengthen our community.

Join us on June 27 and be part of something bigger than the finish line.

📅 True Grit 2026
🚴 Ride Start: 7:00 AM
🏃 Run Start: 7:30 AM

Don't forget! Register by June 14 at midnight to receive your free event t-shirt.

For more information or to register: https://truegritride.com/