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Delta Community Credit Union Honors 2025 Scholarship Recipients

Delta Community Credit Union, the largest credit union in Georgia, is excited to announce the winners of its 2025 Scholarship Awards. This initiative, now in its 20th year, recognizes exceptional academic performance and community involvement among students in the Atlanta metropolitan area.

In total, five students have been awarded scholarships of $5,000 each, which will assist them in covering tuition, books, housing, and various college expenses. This year, Delta Community received over 300 applications, illustrating the fierce competition and high caliber of candidates. The selected recipients for 2025 are:

• - Asfa Kareem: A Georgia Tech sophomore majoring in business administration.
• - Medha Krishna: A senior at Walton High School who plans to study neuroscience at Georgia Tech.
• - Caleb Miller: A senior from Creekview High School, aiming to pursue entrepreneurship at Kennesaw State University.
• - Jaden Newman: A senior at Holy Innocents' Episcopal School, aspiring to major in biochemistry or biology at The College of Wooster.
• - Kyle Ssendagire: A Brookwood High School graduate, set to study chemistry and German at the University of Georgia, with a minor in Russian.

Hank Halter, CEO of Delta Community, expressed his pride in the scholarship program, stating, “Our program has supported many talented, civic-minded students over the past two decades who now contribute to the success and vitality of our local communities through their career choices.” This continuous investment in education speaks volumes about Delta Community's commitment to nurturing the next generation of leaders.

In addition to the college scholarships, Delta Community also provides scholarships for students pursuing education at historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs). Furthermore, they offer free personal finance classes and workshops through their award-winning Financial Education Center, extending their commitment to fostering financial literacy among youth.

With approximately $9 billion in assets and a membership of around 510,000 individuals, Delta Community serves Atlanta's residents and employees from over 140 local businesses such as Delta Air Lines and Chick-fil-A. Founded in 1940, the credit union aims to provide exceptional service and value to consumers as part of its mission.

In closing, the announcement of this year’s scholarship winners not only showcases the dedication of Delta Community Credit Union to supporting education but highlights the incredible potential of young scholars in Atlanta. As these students embark on their academic journeys, they not only uplift their individual futures but also contribute to the overall enrichment of their communities.

For further information or to support Delta Community Credit Union’s initiatives, visit DeltaCommunityCU.com and follow them on social media for updates on their programs and scholarship opportunities.