Members of the University of Arkansas at Little Rock Phi Beta Lambda club had the opportunity to give back to the community by helping to feed the homeless at the Little Rock Compassion Center, an inner-city mission. 

Phi Beta Lambda members Chiquita Allen, Makayla Corbitt, Jessalyn Jackson, Shibani Lal, Pynshailang Nongsiej, and Hitaxi Patel volunteered at a dinner that fed more than 200 homeless people living in Little Rock Sept. 29. 

“The main goal was to feed the homeless individuals and bring a smile on their faces,” said Lal, a senior and vice president of Phi Beta Lambda. “This event and partnerships with different organizations helped the College of Business students get connected to different alliances in the heart of Little Rock and be able to support such a great cause.” 

The volunteers helped with everything from grocery shopping, cooking more than 10 dishes, and serving dinner to community members. 

“Their dedication through this opportunity ensured their hard work brought massive success,” said Pynshailang Nongsiej, president of Phi Beta Lambda. “The goal was to strive to do better, not only for ourselves, but to better the people and communities around us.” 

Phi Beta Lambda members worked with William and Rosemary Holloway, co-founders of the Little Rock Compassion Center, Nestor Martinez from Phi lota Alpha fraternity, and Faysal Ahmed, a member of Little Rock’s Bengali community. 

“We like doing this because it helps us come together and do something for the people who need it,” Ahmed said. 

Phi Beta Lambda is a business leadership organization which prepares college students to become future business leaders of America by providing numerous leadership and networking opportunities. The organization prepares students to become career ready after college and stay connected with the community.