RICK FLEETWOOD

Tonight, we honor Rick Fleetwood. Rick has had a lifelong commitment to giving that started with his participation in his church's youth group in Monette. He says he's a good ol' boy from Northeast Arkansas.

After graduating from the University of Arkansas and serving in the United States military, he found a way to continue helping people professionally at Snell Prosthetic and Orthotic, where he recently retired after 45 years of service. He was the CEO for the past 10 years.

His philanthropic priorities are a long, long list, having served organizations that include:

·        CHI St. Vincent

·        Easter Seals of Arkansas

·        CARTI

·        United Cerebral Palsy

·        Muscular Dystrophy Association of Arkansas

·        American Diabetes Association

·        And of course, Centers for Youth and Families.

He has been honored as the 2014 Humanitarian of the Year by Just Communities of Arkansas and as the 2016 Outstanding Philanthropist of the Year by the Association of Fundraising Professionals, Arkansas chapter. It's only a few of the ways Rick has been honored.

We are most proud to honor him and all his accomplishments for the community.