Heart of Arkansas United Way Adds 4 to Board

by AMP Staff September 22, 2026

Heart of Arkansas United Way has appointed four new board members: Priscilla Barnes, Sharon Lanier, Ph.D., Mike McClellan and Evanna Ojeda.

Barnes is the human resources manager for the Central Arkansas Library System; Lanier is executive director of the Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation; McClellan is president of Harrison Energy Partners; and Ojeda is a research associate for the Clinton School Impact Center.

“As costs rise and the need for support grows, Heart of Arkansas United Way remains dedicated to addressing our neighbors’ most pressing challenges,” said Lynn Pharr, president and CEO. “We are excited to welcome these new board members, whose diverse expertise and shared commitment to service will further strengthen our efforts to build a community where all can thrive.”

For more information about Heart of Arkansas United Way, click here.

Arkansas Central Arkansas Library System Clinton School Impact Center Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation Evanna Ojeda Harrison Energy Partners Heart of Arkansas United Way Lynn Phar Mike McClellan Priscilla Barnes Sharon Lanier

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