Almost 40% of college students in America face food insecurity, according to Feed America. The University of Texas at Arlington is working to combat this issue in students through the creation of the Maverick Pantry. The Maverick Pantry is “Feeding Student Success” through its commitment to creating and maintaining equitable access to food and … [Read more...]
Maverick Pantry: Feeding Student Success
How the Chamber and Local Organizations are Giving Back this Holiday Season
As the holiday season approaches, one of the best ways to start feeling merry and bright is by supporting our local community. The spirit of giving is upon us, and several Arlington charities are meeting needs and spreading holiday cheer to those in need. If you are looking for ways to give back, check out the following organizations! Chamber … [Read more...]
AISD Kicks Off School Year with the Help of Chamber Members
Arlington ISD is continuously trying to get the community involved in their curriculum. Through their Practicum courses, business owners and community leaders can help train the future workforce. The Chamber has actively tried to find ways to bridge the gap between the district and Arlington's business community through our Partners in Education … [Read more...]
TotalCare ER Extends Patient Care to Kenya with TotalCare Foundation
“Our mission at TotalCare is to transform lives through compassionate patient care. But that doesn’t stop at our offices in North Texas! Through the TotalCare Foundation, our passion for patient care extends all the way to Eldoret, the fifth largest city in Kenya." If you are an Arlington native or just someone who loves coming to Downtown … [Read more...]
Arlington ISD Will Serve Up Good Nutrition for Local Children During 2022 Summer
This summer, Arlington ISD will connect children 18 and younger and enrolled students with disabilities up to 21 years old with healthy, no cost summer meals. The Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) is a U.S. Department of Agriculture nutrition program administered in the Lone Star State by the Texas Department of Agriculture (TDA). For the children … [Read more...]
GM Arlington Drives Toward Progress After Year-Long Shortage
2021 was a rough year for a lot of industries, but one of the hardest hit was the car industry. There was a global shortage of new cars due to the semiconductor supply shortage, leaving dealerships bare and assemblies with unfinished cars. They are finally beginning to recover and heading towards a path of progress after a year-long … [Read more...]