“House of Benjamin, founded by Mr. Benjamin Hood, significantly impacts the lives of many people in the 12th Street community in Little Rock through its work, which includes rehabbing homes for persons needing long-term care and providing employment and counseling for persons in recovery from addiction. Mr. Hood and his volunteers have hosted COPH faculty, staff and students at events in the 12th Street neighborhood, including for MLK Day of Service events at the Promise Garden Park at 12th and Peyton streets. They have also participated in community forums and planning sessions held by the COPH’s Center for Health Disparities Community Engagement Core to identify residents’ health priorities.”

- UAMS TRANSLATIONAL RESEARCH INSTITUTE

2014 // 2016 COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARDS