TALLAHASSEE, Fla.– First Commerce Credit Union has awarded four $1,000 MyWay scholarships to credit union members ages 17-29 to help support their higher education pursuits.
This is the 10th year First Commerce has awarded scholarships to recognize students who demonstrate excellence in school and beyond.
Two MyWay scholarships were awarded to Florida students and two were awarded in Georgia. Alani Beauchamp and Miles Gillespie, both from Tallahassee, were selected as this year’s Florida scholarship recipients. Aiden Allgood from Adel, Ga., and Luke Maples from Valdosta, Ga., were this year’s Georgia scholarship recipients.
MyWay Scholarship applications and essays were judged by an independent panel of educators from distinguished institutions of higher learning, including Florida State University, Florida A & M University, Tallahassee State (formerly Community) College and Valdosta State University.
Winners were selected based on criteria including grades, community service, leadership, school activities, and work experience.
Each applicant was also required to submit an essay or short video elaborating on their experiences with and approach to money, as well as lessons learned. Scholarships will be paid directly to the student’s chosen institution of higher learning and can be used to help pay for school expenses such as tuition, fees, and books.
“First Commerce is committed to empowering generations and helping members achieve their financial aspirations,” said CEO Cecilia Homison. “The MyWay Scholarship helps our young members pursue their education goals, which can open doors to career opportunities that set them on a path toward long-term financial success.”