LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders today announced that her state agency-wide Holiday Food Drive collected 21,472 lbs. of food, all of which has been donated to the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance. The Arkansas Department of Corrections collected the most food out of all state agencies: 6,975 lbs. donated. The Arkansas Department of Inspector General collected the most food per employee: 13.6 lbs.

“I’m a mom, so I know that Christmas can get chaotic. But in between all the gift-wrapping and cookie-baking, it’s important to remember the reason for the season and give back,” said Governor Sanders. “I’m so proud of the state employees who came together to donate an incredible 21,500 pounds of food to Arkansans in need, helping every family enjoy this Christmas season.”