The SECU MD Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2025 scholarship program, awarding $10,000 each to twelve exceptional Maryland community college students. These scholarships are specifically designed to support students transitioning to a four-year institution within the University System of Maryland (USM). Since its inception, the SECU MD Foundation has demonstrated a strong commitment to empowering Maryland students, distributing over $1.1 million in scholarships to date.
“We are incredibly proud to continue our tradition of investing in future leaders and innovators of Maryland,” said Charlotte Owsianny, Executive Director, SECU MD Foundation. “With over $1.1 million in scholarships distributed since the start of this program, we take tremendous pride in being able to support students on their path to success, ensuring they have the financial resources and support needed to thrive as they continue their education.”
The 2025 cohort of winners represents a diverse group of academic pursuits and geographic locations. Awardees have completed coursework at six different community colleges and will enroll in five different USM colleges for the 2025-2026 year. They plan to study a wide range of disciplines, including health informatics and IT, accounting, cybersecurity technology, fire protection engineering, elementary and special education, and exercise science.
The 2025 SECU MD Foundation scholarship recipients are:
Shaniqua Smith
Natalie Webster
Emma Burke
Sayakoyoshie Koga
Aminata Bangura
Jodelle Laury Nembot Kongne
Tina Tinelli
Pratim Raiker
Alton Godley Jr.
Ana Hogsten
Breanna Browning
Josephine Camara
Recipients joined SECU and the SECU MD Foundation for an in-person celebration of their achievements on July 22, 2025. For more information about the SECU MD Foundation and its year-round efforts to support the educational, financial and holistic wellness of Marylanders at every age and every stage of life, visit https://www.secumdfoundation.org/.
About SECU MD Foundation
The SECU MD Foundation’s mission is to create stronger Maryland communities by empowering individuals to achieve personal and financial wellness. Founded by SECU in May 2017 to help grow philanthropic initiatives and build resources, the Foundation is a 501(c)(3) inspired by the Credit Union philosophy of people helping people. SECU MD Foundation relies on the contributions of members and Marylanders alike to continue and expand programs and initiatives. For more information, visit www.secumdfoundation.org.
About SECU (State Employees’ Credit Union of Maryland)
SECU (“see-Q”), Maryland’s largest state-chartered credit union, serves over 250,000 members via 21 Financial Centers across the state, including 18 Financial Centers, 3 Digital Centers, and a Virtual Financial Center. As a member-owned, not-for-profit organization, SECU puts its members first. Membership is open to all of Maryland, with over 1,900 ways to join. You may be eligible through a family member, work, the college you attended, state employment, an organization you are affiliated with, or simply through a one-time donation to SECU’s partner, the SECU MD Foundation. Headquartered in Linthicum, Md., SECU offers convenient access to over 50,000 free ATMs through the CO-OP network, as well as access to expert financial planners. With more than $5 billion in assets, SECU ranks among the top 60 credit unions nationwide based on total assets in the U.S. Insured by NCUA. For more information, visit www.secumd.org or follow SECU on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok.
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