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In just a few weeks, Juscenta Parker’s years of hard work and sacrifice will pay off. This single mom and grandma graduates in May with her bachelor’s in business administration from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock.  Already working full-time at a bank, she’s excited “to move up the corporate ladder,” as an accountant. … Read more

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund is grateful for volunteers like Suzanne Buhr, Volunteer of the Month for April 2024. “Suzanne is always willing to help with anything that is asked of her and steps up to help with all of our different volunteer opportunities,” ASPSF Program Manager Kim Paul-Williams said. “I am very thankful she … Read more

Single mom Brittany Cruthis’ life is filled with the three things she loves most: her kids, teaching, and sports!  When she’s not at home with her three children, you’ll find her working as a paraprofessional at Clarendon High School, coaching on a softball field, or working the game clock at a basketball match. More recently, … Read more

  Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund recognizes and celebrates Alana Sterling as the March 2024 Volunteer of the Month. Although a volunteer for less than a year, Alana is no stranger to the ASPSF mission. Ten years ago, she applied for a single parent scholarship starting her journey to become a Registered Nurse. At the time, … Read more

It’s finally here! National Single Parent Day. And Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund is all about celebrating incredible single parents changing the future for their children.  To make our celebration even more special, a generous donor will match all donations! Every dollar you give will be doubled. That’s twice the impact for single parent students like … Read more

Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) is thrilled to announce the appointment of Erin Cowger as its first Director of Development. With over 12 years of experience in fundraising, Erin brings a wealth of expertise and passion to the role. Her proven track record of cultivating strategic partnerships and securing funding will be instrumental in advancing … Read more

National Single Parent Day is March 21 — just one week away!  So far we’ve … Since we’re on a numbers kick, how about a few fast facts about single parents? 130,000 single parents — about two out of five families — in Arkansas are raising kids alone. 35% of single parents in Arkansas live … Read more

After leading Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) for more than a decade, Ruthanne Hill has announced her retirement effective June 1. Ruthanne served as ASPSF’s second executive director, following Ralph Nesson in the role, beginning in October 2012. A nationwide search has begun to identify her successor. During her tenure, Hill led the organization’s … Read more

  Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund has named Dr. Tina Root as the February 2024 Volunteer of the Month to thank her for the many hours of support she’s given to our single parents. Since 2019, Dr. Tina Root has interviewed applicants, mentored current recipients, and attended events.  “I am happy to volunteer with the … Read more

Harden Daniels and his six-year-old daughter, Alana, have been inseparable since her mother unexpectedly died. She goes almost everywhere with him. “My main purpose in life is to make sure Alana is taken care of,” he said. Recognizing Harden’s dedication to being the best parent and student he can be, Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship has … Read more