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North Island Credit Union Awards Scholarships in Partnership with NCAAWA to Local Students

Continuing Support for Young Women in Education

North Island Credit Union recently celebrated its fifth year of partnership with the North County African American Women's Association (NCAAWA) by awarding four notable college scholarships to local students. Each scholarship amounts to $2,500, demonstrating the credit union's commitment to empowering young African American women in their pursuit of higher education. This year's recipients received their awards during the 2025 Salute to Scholars Celebration held on May 7 at El Camino Country Club in Oceanside, CA.

The winners of the North Island Credit Union 2025 Scholarships include:

- Janae Fraizer: A recent graduate from El Camino High School, now attending California Baptist University with a planned major in Biomedical Instruction.
- Amaya Huggins: A graduate from Sage Creek High School who is pursuing Liberal Studies at California State University San Marcos.
- Courtney Huggins: Also from Sage Creek High School, she is studying Child Adolescent Development at California State University San Marcos.
- Rosalinda Jolivette: She has chosen Hampton University to study School Counseling.

Steve O'Connell, President/CEO of North Island Credit Union, expressed pride in continuing the collaboration with NCAAWA. He emphasized the important role this organization plays in uplifting young women in their communities, stating, "We are grateful to be part of that mission and extend our best wishes to the exceptional scholarship recipients as they embark on their academic journeys."

Financial Education and Empowerment

In addition to the scholarships, the credit union reinforces its dedication to financial education. They provide financial literacy training for high school girls in the NCAAWA's Global Ambassadors Mentoring Program, which aims to empower young girls of color with leadership development skills as well as a sound understanding of financial literacy and global issues impacting their future careers.

NCAAWA’s vision is to furnish a supportive network through education, health awareness, and life skills programs for women and girls in North San Diego County. Notably, the organization has provided over $500,000 in scholarship awards and grants aimed at supporting young women in their educational pursuits.

About NCAAWA and North Island Credit Union

Founded in 1995, NCAAWA is an inclusive nonprofit organization dedicated to creating a supportive environment that enhances self-sufficiency for women and girls in North San Diego County. Their mission guides them in providing educational opportunities, health awareness initiatives, and life skills programs.

North Island Credit Union operates as a division of California Credit Union, which was established in 1933 and serves community members across several California counties. Not only does it provide a full suite of consumer banking products, but it is also committed to community development through various initiatives, including those that focus on financial stability for underserved populations.

With a rich history of contributing to the education and empowerment of young women, North Island Credit Union and NCAAWA continue to be role models in their communities, demonstrating the positive impact of collaboration in facilitating brighter futures for the next generation.

To find more about the North Island Credit Union and their services, visit northisland.ccu.com.

This collaboration between North Island Credit Union and NCAAWA highlights the importance of supporting education and fostering leadership among young women, showcasing what can be accomplished when communities come together to uplift their youth.