WOMEN TO WATCH

Jenn Morehead

CEO
Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund

I spent half my career working in nonprofit leadership and development and half working in higher education advancement, so leading the Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund felt like a natural next step in blending the two halves of my career. ASPSF provides scholarships and wraparound support to single parents pursuing higher education and a better life for their families.

PRESSING QUESTIONS

How I knew this was my passion

Education has always been important to me, and I’ve focused my career on increasing access to education. Growing up in a single parent household makes this so meaningful to me.

What I learned from my first job

Anyone can have a bad day and be the worst version of themself. Give everyone a chance and extend grace when you can.

One practice I use to maintain my mental health

I try to place a hard stop at the end of each day when my family gets home. Protecting my family time helps me reset and be present for everyone.

Best advice I ever received

“Do not let perfect be the enemy of good.”

IT'S ALL IN THE DETAILS

Hometown

Pocahontas

Hobbies

Reading, cooking and volunteering with kids' activities or local causes

Binge Watch

"Brooklyn Nine-Nine"

Last good read

"Just Mercy" by Bryan Stevenson

Favorite Meal in town

Spicy banh mi from The Root Cafe

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