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Empowering Communities Through Education and Equity: Central Arkansas Sphinx Foundation (CASF)

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The Central Arkansas Sphinx Foundation (CASF), a 501(c)3 organization, was established in 2002 with the purpose of providing educational scholarships; improve community development, education, and literacy.

The Natural Resources Conservation Service Agency (NRCS) within the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (USDA NRCS) provides leadership and funding to ensure that all programs and services are made accessible to all NRCS customers and are treated fairly and equitably with emphasis on reaching the underserved and socially disadvantaged individuals.

The Pathway to Food Security and Equity grant will provide direct assistance to individuals and groups in and around Central Arkansas. This project will increase awareness of NRCS through workshops, demonstration projects, and social media. Also, it will assist socially disadvantaged individuals in requesting USDA assistance while increasing NRCS program participation.