Courtesy-Centra Credit Union FB page
COLUMBUS, Ind. – Four local high school graduates have been awarded the Loretta M. Burd Scholarship. The program awards one graduating high school senior per Centra Credit Union location with a $2,500 scholarship each year.
This year’s local recipients are:
The Centra Foundation also awards $2,500 adult scholarships for adult or non-traditional students who have returned to school to pursue a degree or certification.
This year’s adult scholarship recipients are Alexis Youngblood (Corydon), Kayley Vanderbok (Columbus), Michael Roemmich (Greensburg), Bridget Burnett (Columbus), Christina Shaw (Columbus), and Jade Stone (Carmel).
Named in honor of Loretta M. Burd, who served Centra Credit Union for 47 years, the Loretta M. Burd Scholarship Program helps students pursuing a college or technical school education.
All applications are reviewed on academic achievements, school and community involvement, work history, and a short essay about financial literacy. The scholarship places value on well-rounded students who display a strong work ethic and involvement in their local community.
The full list of winners is available here.
In 2024, Centra and the Centra Foundation gave over $420,000 to their communities and Members.
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