South Arkansas Fights aids (SAFA)

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Who we are

SAFA began in 1989 in the kitchen of a mother who lost her only son to AIDS. In 1990, South Arkansas Fights AIDS (SAFA) was created and became a 501 (c)(3) Non-profit organization in 1992. SAFA's mission and goal, has been and will continue to be, providing Direct Services to those in rural South Arkansas living with the physical, mental, social, and economic challenges of HIV/AIDS.

Working together

United Way of Union County, Union County Community Foundation, Community Foundation of North Louisiana, First Presbyterian Church, First United Methodist Church, Marrable Hill Church and Arkansas FoodBank are faithful contributors.

Our impact

Union County, where the office is locate, is in the Top 20 for poorest counties in Arkansas. SAFA has chosen the Emergency Assistance Program because the HIV/AIDS clients in this area are pretty much on their own in regards of assistance.
In addition to the Direct Service Program, (Food Pantry, Clothes Closet, Prescription Co-Pay, Utility and Transportation Assistance) SAFA provides free oral HIV testing, prevention education and literature. Staff takes every opportunity to inform the community of its mission.
*To learn more, click the Services Button at the top of the page.

  • Food Pantry

    SAFA's Food pantry is dedicated to those living with or affected by the HIV/AIDS virus.SAFA is a generously sponsored by Arkansas Food Bank.

    FREE Oral HIV Testing

    The rapid oral HIV test detects antibodies made by the immune system in response to HIV infection, just like the standard blood antibody test. The rapid oral test, however, detects these antibodies in oral fluid, and doesn't require a blood sample.FREE to EVERYONECall to setup an appointment

    Prevention Education

    SAFA provides Sexual education, HIV/AIDS, and STI Educational pamphlets to all. We also provide lectures to the schools, churches and other interested individuals.Call to setup an appointment.

  • Utility & Transportation Assistance

    We provide Utility (Gas, Water, and Electric) Assistance to clients Semi-Annually. We also provide Transportation assistance to Appointments.

    Prescription

    Co-Pay

    We provide Prescription Co-Pay to our HIV/AIDS clients and Ensure for those living with AIDS.

    Small Clothes Closet

    We have a small closet of donated items that are available to those in need.

528

Donated Volunteer Hours in 2021

20th

Arkansas Ranks 20 out of 50, in the nation's cases of HIV/AIDS

567

Individuals Assisted in 2021

16th

Union County ranks 16 out of 75, in the state of Arkansas in HIV/AIDS cases.

1030

Individuals Counseled about HIV/AIDS Prevention in 2021

23rd

El Dorado ranks 23 out of 616, in the state of Arkansas in HIV/AIDS cases.

30

Individuals Tested in 2021

11th

Arkansas ranks 11 out of 50, in the Nation's cases of Sexual Transmitted Diseases
Our programs and services are funded by the generosity of our community partners, members, family and friends. Your donation will make a difference is someone’s life. ALL donations are tax deductible.
*If you would like to donate to our efforts, mailing information is listed.*
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Address
526 West Faulkner Street El Dorado, AR. 71730 United States
Contact Us
Director: Janet Beane Operation Manager: Linae Fort
Phone: 870.875.2099
Our Hours
Monday - Thursday 10am - 5pm Closed for Lunch 11:30am - 1pm Friday - Sunday CLOSED
South Arkansas Fights AIDS
Serving the South Arkansas Community since 1990
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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