Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund

09/05/2026

Thank you to our A Day of Hope Presenting Sponsors: Carol & Witt Stephens, The Rebsamen Fund, and Tiger Correctional Services.

Your investment helps Arkansas single parents stay in school, earn degrees and credentials, and build careers that create greater stability for their families.

That investment also strengthens Arkansas. When single parents have the opportunity to reach their goals, employers gain skilled workers, families gain greater economic stability, and communities benefit from their success.

We’re grateful to these three Arkansas leaders for recognizing that supporting single parents is an investment in the future of our state.

Thank you for making A Day of Hope possible.

09/04/2026

A few years ago, Bailey was the student who needed someone to believe in her. Today, she’s the one helping other students believe in themselves at ASU-Mountain Home.

Come celebrate 2026 Distinguished Alumna Bailey Hucheson at A Day of Hope on Sept. 18 in Little Rock.

Tickets are $75 now, but the price increases to $100 on Sept. 11. Proceeds support the single parent scholarship program.

Reserve your seat today at www.aspsf.org/hope

09/03/2026

The house gets all the attention, but trust us, there’s a whole lot more to Cara’s story. We can’t wait for Sept. 18!

Tickets here: www.aspsf.org/hope

09/02/2026

“You just have to keep going.”
That’s the message Asia wants other single parents to hear.

Asia knows how hard it can be to balance college, work, motherhood, and bills. She also knows what can happen when you have the support to keep moving forward.

An ASPSF scholarship helped Asia finish her degree at University of Arkansas at Little Rock . Today, she’s building her career, dreaming about law school, and showing her son what’s possible.

We’re so proud of Asia and all she’s accomplished. ❤️

And thank you, UA Little Rock writer Samantha Koros, for sharing Asia's story and for being such a strong partner to single parent students.

Read Asia’s story:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock alumna Asia Amos knows what it means to overcome obstacles. As a single parent and transfer student, she changed her major, paid for school out of pocket, and balanced college with work and motherhood — all while determined to prove to herself and her son that...

09/01/2026

A Day of Hope wouldn’t be possible without the generous sponsors who believe in what’s possible for single parents. Your support helps remove barriers to education, strengthen career opportunities, and empower single parents to build a better future for their families. Thank you for investing in their success!

See you on Sept. 18!

Presenting Sponsors:
Carol & Witt Stephens / The Rebsamen Fund / Tiger Correctional Services

Platinum Sponsors
Cynthia Conger / Mary & Jim Wohlleb

Gold Sponsors:
Scale Technology / Tyson Foods

Silver Sponsors:
ASU-Mountain Home / Arvest Bank / Baptist Health / University of Central Arkansas / University of Arkansas - Pulaski Technical College

Bronze Sponsors
Cindy & Chip Murphy / Coldwell Banker RPM Group / Conway Management / Dr. Charles & Mable Donaldson / First Horizon Bank / First National Bank / First Service Bank / Holy Spirit 777, Inc. / Hytrol / Jay Barth & Chuck Cliett / Landmark Accountants / The Methodist Foundation for Arkansas / NEA Baptist / Riggs Cat / Rush Harding

Awards Sponsors
ArcBest / University of Arkansas-East Arkansas Community College / James, House, Swann & Downing PA / Lighthouse Financial / Ozan Inghram Iron Mountain Neighborhood Development Corporation / Southern Bank

In-Kind Sponsors
Stone Ward Advertising / Crossman Printing

Media Sponsor
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08/31/2026

⏰ Tomorrow is your LAST chance!

The Fall 2026 ASPSF Scholarship application closes Sept. 1.

If you haven't submitted yet, there's still time — but don't wait until the final hours.

Complete your application today and take one more step toward achieving your educational goals.

🔗 Apply now: aspsf.org/scholarships.

08/30/2026

Cara Brookins has a story you need to hear.

Before she was a bestselling author and international speaker, Cara was an Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund scholar.

Her story is about grit, determination, and what can happen when someone believes in you.

Come hear Cara share that story at A Day of Hope on Sept. 18 in Little Rock.

🎟️ Get your tickets now at ASPSF.org/hope. We’ll see you there!

08/29/2026

🚨 Just FOUR DAYS left to apply!

Time is running out!

If you've started your application, now is the time to finish it.

Before you submit, double-check that you've:

✔️ Uploaded all required documents
✔️ Completed every section
✔️ Submitted before the deadline

📅 Applications close Sept. 1.

Don't miss this opportunity at aspsf.org/scholarships.

08/28/2026

Connecting with future students is one of the best parts of what we do.

ASPSF Program Manager Sandra Warren recently represented ASPSF at the Texarkana College Career Fair, where more than 60 organizations connected with students and job seekers about educational and career opportunities. One of the highlights of the day was reconnecting with Sandra's former student, Elizabeth, who has earned her bachelor's degree, is nearly finished with her master's degree and now teaches at Texarkana College!

We're always excited to share how scholarships and support services can help Arkansas single parents achieve their educational goals.

08/27/2026

Going back to school as a single parent takes courage, persistence, and a willingness to ask for help.

Malory, Yyel and Ty'Asia know that firsthand. In this month's Premiere Magazine, these three ASPSF students share what they've learned while balancing college, work, and family.

Their advice is simple: Believe in yourself. Let your family motivate you. And don't be afraid to ask for help.

Thank you to NEA Premiere Magazine for sharing their stories and highlighting the determination of single parents across Northeast Arkansas.

Know a single parent who is thinking about going back to school? Share this reel with them.

Fall scholarship applications are open through Sept. 1 at aspsf.org/scholarships.