St. Francis County CARE

04/17/2026

FC CARE Center opened to the public today, as requested, for those who needed items for prom. We are so glad we could assist and be a part of helping our students prepare for this special night. However, we will be closing today at 1:45 PM.Thank you all, and Forrest City, have a fun and memorable prom. We can’t wait to see all the beautiful pictures tonight!
I am so glad you allowed me to assist you with your prom needs. It was a pleasure! Love is an action word 💙

04/15/2026

04/12/2026

The SFC Care Center will be closed Monday, April 13, to assist with the Forrest City High School Safe Prom Promise event. We will reopen at 1:00 PM.
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep our students safe and our community strong 💙

04/06/2026

Heavenly Father,
We thank You for the opportunity to serve our community and be a light to those in need. We ask for patience in our work and discernment in every decision we make. Guide us, Lord, so that we may walk in wisdom, understanding, and compassion, but also with the clarity to serve in ways that truly help and uplift.
Bless our volunteers, Father. Let each person operate in their calling, with willing hearts and servant spirits. Strengthen them when they are tired, encourage them when the work feels heavy, and remind them that what they do matters.
Guard our minds with peace, Lord. Help me to rest in knowing that in all things, whether I see immediate success or not, I have done my best for You and for others.
Let our community center continue to be a place of hope, love, and neighborly care. May every person who walks through our doors feel seen, valued, and supported. Lord, we give YOU all the honor, glory and praise!
In Your name we pray, Amen.

04/05/2026

The SFC CARE Center USDA food distribution will begin Monday, April 6 and continue Wednesday, April 8. Hours are 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM. 302 N Rosser
You must live in St. Francis County to receive USDA.
Our spring - summer school age book giveaway will also start. New books featured each week until gone. Free books & puzzles !!! No county restrictions on books. Just come in and get them!
Please share and help spread the word!

04/03/2026

See you Monday for USDA food distribution!

04/02/2026

Whew… when I tell y’all the SFC CARE Center has a LOT of moving parts, sometimes things can get a little crossed 😅
I had our volunteers all lined up for a Good Friday truck (it was on the order calendar), but I missed the updated delivery date. Thank the Lord I get there early every morning, because to my surprise… pallets of food were already sitting outside waiting! 👀
But God always sends help right on time 🙌🏽
A HUGE thank you to Ms. Sandy, Mrs. Brenda, and Mr. Theo Brown for coming to my rescue and helping unload that truck on VERY short notice! Y’all truly showed up and showed out!
And to top it off, we were reopening the thrift store that same day, talk about a busy morning!
If you see these amazing neighbors today, PLEASE tell them thank you. I am so grateful for their willingness to jump in and help without hesitation.
Lesson learned… I will definitely be reading ALL my emails next time! 😂

04/02/2026

Thrift store, these beautiful dresses $2-4! All sold but we have a few more. If you can’t volunteer, you can support by visiting the center each Thursday for thrift store. This is how we pay the care centers bills & support those who are in need. We also have free items to help stuff those Easter baskets for your children !

04/02/2026

Monthly Giveaway at the CARE Center – 302 N. Rosser
Come by and grab some great FREE items—candy, books, weather stripping, onions, Oreos, drinks, and more!
Stop inside and check out our thrift store while you’re here and support our efforts.
Thrifting is BACK every Thursday! 🛍️
We’d love to see you, come out and get what you need! 💙

04/01/2026

FREE to a home that will read them. The CARE Center has a surplus of sodas, teas, and Boost drinks also!

04/01/2026

Good morning neighbors ☀️
These ladies didn’t ask for recognition, but they absolutely deserve it. For the past few months, Brenda Holmes and Johnnie Nell Carroll have been working tirelessly, even on weekends, helping organize the SFC CARE Center. Their hard work, dedication, and true gift for organizing have made such a difference, and we are grateful not only for them, but for their families who support the time they give.
Because of them, I can now reopen the thrift store with confidence, and navigate through the center to assist those in need. Many of you know we receive an abundance of generous donations, but with limited staff, it can become overwhelming. That’s why I’ve had to restrict or turn down items at times. Their help has brought order where it was much needed.
A heartfelt thank you to Forrest City United Methodist Church for their continued support of this center. It truly takes a village.
Like the stone soup parable, when everyone brings what they can, something beautiful comes together. I’m so grateful they chose to give their time to SFC CARE Center ❤️

“Let all that you do be done in love.” – 1 Corinthians 16:14

03/31/2026

Good morning neighbors! I will be in and out of the office after 1:00 pm today receiving a shipment. I will be here but know that I may have to take your contact info and call you later.
Thank you for your patience.