““Educational achievement is one of the best predictors of economic advancement. Multiply that importance several times over for the single parent and equally as important for the children of that single parent.
This is why I support the Scholars Fund for Education.” ”
Our MISSION
The Scholars Fund for Education provides financial assistance and personal support to low-income single parents who are currently enrolled in a post-secondary course of study leading to employment with family-supporting wages.
OUR WORK AND IMPACT
Our years of experience in higher education has shown that education is the key to economic empowerment. When individuals have access to education, they gain opportunity, choice, and the power to make informed, healthy decisions for themselves and their families.
HOW WE DO IT
Our programs are delivered locally by dedicated volunteers from Pope and Yell Counties. Their hard work and commitment bring our mission to life, providing the hands-on support that makes a real difference.
OUR LEADERSHIP
We believe that God uses people to open doors and change lives. Our Executive Director, Board of Directors, and Advisory Council serve with wisdom, compassion, and a shared calling to uplift single parents through education. Rooted in Pope and Yell Counties, this team leads with faith, integrity, and a deep commitment to seeing families thrive.
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Sabra Bartlett Hrncirik
Master of Science, College Administration
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Daniel A. Childers
Professional Business Analyst, Gainwell Technologies
Nichole Edwards
Director, ATU Student Support Services
Paula Hilliard
Resource Assistant, United States Forest Service
Angela Woker
Director, Kumba LLC
Cheryl Chaney
Assistant Professor of Biology, ATU Biological Sciences
Lisa Cohoon Clark
Director of Online Partnerships and Military Outreach, ATU Office of Academic Affairs
Corey Edwards
Licensed Reactor Operator, Arkansas Nuclear One
ADVISORY COUNCIL
Linda Holland
Registrar, University of Arkansas Community College
Jim C. Murphy
Former ATU Wonder Boy
Timm Murdoch
Attorney, Murdoch Law Firm
Jimmy Witt
Mayor of Dardanelle, Arkansas
Fred Teague
Mayor of Russellville, Arkansas
OUR ACHIEVEMENTS
Supporting the creation of a more educated and highly skilled workforce.
Empowering confident, reliable, and hardworking individuals with a drive to succeed.
Helping graduates secure professional employment, reducing financial pressures on local, county, and state government budgets.
Graduates report earning livable wages above the poverty level.
Retention and graduation rates consistently exceed 90%.
Many of our students regularly achieve Dean’s List honors.
The dedicated efforts of our Board of Directors have been pivotal in lifting single parents out of poverty within our community.
