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Robins Financial Credit Union supports education by donating $24,000 to local college scholarship programs

WARNER ROBINS, GA (October 18, 2024) — Robins Financial Credit Union proudly announces its donation of $24,000 to support scholarships at four esteemed local colleges. These funds will directly benefit several members of the credit union that attend one of these four colleges and have maintained at least a 3.0 GPA during their semester.

Among the four scholarships included a donation of $10,000 to Middle Georgia State University, $5,000 to Central Georgia Technical College, $5,000 to Fort Valley State University, and $4,000 to Georgia Military College.

Each of these scholarship programs plays a vital role in providing financial assistance to deserving students, allowing them to pursue their academic dreams and achieve their career goals. These donations underscore the credit union’s belief in the power of education and the importance of investing in the future of our youth.

“We are proud to invest in the future leaders of our community through these scholarships,” said Christina O’Brien, President and CEO of Robins Financial Credit Union. “At Robins Financial, we believe in empowering students to achieve their academic goals and build a strong foundation for their careers. It is an honor to support these institutions that play such a vital role in shaping the future of Middle Georgia.”

Scholarship Recipients:

  • Adrian Perry, Middle Georgia State University
  • Juquella Prophete, Middle Georgia State University
  • Olamilekan Lawal, Middle Georgia State University
  • Ransford Williams, Middle Georgia State University
  • Christopher Morrison, Central Georgia Technical College
  • Megan Benefield, Central Georgia Technical College
  • Trevon Hanna, Fort Valley State University
  • Akira Grace, Georgia Military College

“The scholarship provided by Robins Financial Credit Union is more than just financial support; it’s an investment in our students’ futures. This scholarship allows students like Trevon to fully immerse themselves in their academic pursuits without the weight of financial stress,” shared Jaron Lucas, Director of Development at Fort Valley State University. “We are deeply appreciative of the credit union’s commitment to empowering the next generation of leaders and innovators.”

obins Financial Credit Union presents check to Akira Grace at Georgia Military College

 

Audrey Morath with Robins Financial Credit Union presents check to Trevon Hanna at Fort Valley State University


About Robins Financial Credit Union

Robins Financial Credit Union is a member-focused financial institution based in Warner Robins, Georgia. Chartered in 1954 by a group of 13 Robins Air Force Base civilian and military personnel, the financial institution now serves more than 273,000 members across the state of Georgia and beyond

Contacts

Chelsea Brown

Communications Coordinator

cbrown@robinsfcu.org

478-923-3773 x2870

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