Single Parent Scholarship Fund of Northwest Arkansas (SPSFNWA) is proud to announce the appointment of Frankie Rankin as its new Chief Executive Officer.
A seasoned nonprofit leader with over 23 years of experience, Rankin has been a dedicated member of the SPSFNWA team since 2017, most recently serving as Chief Philanthropy Officer. During her tenure, she has played a vital role in expanding the organization’s fundraising capacity, strengthening community partnerships, and enhancing scholarship programs that serve hundreds of single-parent families in Northwest Arkansas.
Rankin holds a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from the University of Arkansas and is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). Her previous leadership experience includes roles with the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter, Mercy Health Foundation, and Arkansas Athletes Outreach. She is also a graduate of Leadership Benton County and the Rotary District Leadership Academy, and an active member of the Rotary Club of Rogers.
“I am honored to lead this incredible organization into its next chapter,” said Rankin. “At SPSFNWA, we believe in the power of education to transform generations. I’m excited to work alongside our board, staff, recipients, and supporters to expand our impact and continue building a community where single-parent families have every opportunity to thrive.”
“On behalf of the Board of Directors of Single Parent Scholarship Fund of NWA, I am thrilled to welcome Frankie Rankin as our new CEO. Frankie is a dedicated leader who has served this organization with heart, vision, and purpose over the past seven years. She is a champion for single parents pursuing higher education and exemplifies servant leadership. With her strategic insight, fundraising expertise, and financial acumen, we are confident she will guide SPSFNWA into an exciting new chapter of impact and growth. I’m deeply grateful to our staff, board, community ambassadors, and key stakeholders for their time, guidance, and support throughout this search process. The future is bright with Frankie at the helm.” — Anthony Sumlin, Board Chair, SPSFNWA
To request an interview or for additional information, please contact Krystle Goodwin at [email protected] or 479-254-8550.
