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ARKANSAS DELTA COUNTIES

Connected Communities Across the Arkansas Delta

ADCC works to strengthen relationships, resources, health initiatives, recovery support, education, and community collaboration across counties throughout the Arkansas Delta region.

A Region Rich in Heritage, Resilience, and Community

The Arkansas Delta is one of the most historically and culturally significant regions in the state. Stretching across eastern Arkansas alongside the Mississippi River, the Delta is known for:

Deep agricultural roots
Strong family and faith communities
Musical and cultural influence
Small-town connection and identity
Community resilience
Generations of local leadership
Rich history and tradition

The Delta is home to communities that continue to work together to address modern challenges while preserving the heritage and strength that make the region unique.

Shared Challenges. Shared Strengths. Shared Future.

While each county is unique, many communities throughout the Arkansas Delta face similar obstacles that require collaborative regional solutions.

Challenges Across the Delta

Limited healthcare access in rural areas
Mental health and behavioral health gaps
Substance use and recovery support needs
Transportation barriers
Broadband and technology limitations
Economic and workforce challenges
Youth retention and educational barriers
Housing and infrastructure concerns
Access to preventive health services
Provider shortages in rural communities

Regional Strengths

Strong community identity
Deep-rooted faith and family support
Dedicated educators and healthcare workers
Passionate nonprofit and community leaders
Agricultural and industrial heritage
Resilient local economies
Regional collaboration opportunities
Growing recovery and wellness initiatives
Strong volunteerism and service culture
Local pride and community investment

The Delta’s greatest strength is its people — communities that continue to support one another through collaboration, innovation, and shared purpose.

Building Stronger Communities Together

Arkansas Delta Community Connections exists to help bridge gaps between organizations, leaders, healthcare systems, nonprofits, schools, faith communities, businesses, and local residents throughout the Delta region.

By connecting counties together, ADCC helps: