Arkansas Governor Launches Faith-Based '10:33' Initiative

Program aims to connect community organizations with state resources

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders announced the launch of her administration's new '10:33' initiative at a gathering of government, nonprofit, and religious leaders at Second Baptist Church in Little Rock. The program is designed to foster partnerships between community organizations and state resources to address local needs.

Why it matters

The '10:33' initiative is part of the governor's broader agenda to leverage faith-based and community-driven solutions to social challenges. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, the program aims to provide more efficient and effective services to underserved populations across the state.

The details

The '10:33' name refers to a biblical verse, Micah 10:33, which calls on leaders to 'do justice, love mercy, and walk humbly.' The initiative will work to connect nonprofits, churches, and other local organizations with state funding, training, and other resources to expand their community impact.

  • The launch event took place on Friday, February 27, 2026 in Little Rock.

The players

Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders

The current governor of Arkansas who announced the '10:33' initiative.

Second Baptist Church

The church in Little Rock that hosted the launch event for the '10:33' program.

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What they’re saying

“We must do more to empower our faith-based and community partners to address the unique needs of their neighborhoods. The '10:33' initiative is about making those connections and unlocking the potential of our state's greatest assets - its people.”

— Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (Arkansas Online)

What’s next

Over the coming months, the state will hold regional summits across Arkansas to further promote the '10:33' initiative and help local organizations access available resources.

The takeaway

The '10:33' program represents the governor's effort to foster a more collaborative, community-driven approach to social services in Arkansas, leveraging the state's network of faith-based and nonprofit organizations to supplement government efforts.