Honor Credit Union is excited to announce the recipients of its 2025 Community Commitment Scholarship program. Each year, this program honors Michigan high school seniors who go above and beyond in their dedication to community service while also excelling academically.
Through a blind selection process, twelve outstanding students have been chosen to receive a $2,500 scholarship to support their continued education.
The 2025 recipients exemplify what it means to lead with purpose, serve others, and strive for excellence. These are all values that align closely with Honor’s commitment to empowering youth and building a brighter future for the areas it serves.
Congratulations to this year’s remarkable winners:
Greater Battle Creek Region
Brady Lightfoot – St. Philip Catholic Central
Jonathan Greenwald – Colon High School
Greater Grand Rapids Region
Ryder Roberts – Hudsonville High School
Ella Halma – Holland Christian High School
Greater Kalamazoo Region
Annalecia Garcia – Allegan High School
Katherine McLaughlin – Portage Central High School
Northern Region – Marquette County
Marlee Plaxco – Negaunee High School
Maxwell Lackey – Marquette Senior High School
Southwest Region – Berrien County
Ashley Penner – St. Joseph High School
Cameron Carlson – Buchanan High School
Southwest Region – Van Buren County
Megan Cox – Paw Paw High School
Keyren Ruiz – Covert High School
At Honor Credit Union, education has always played a central role in driving positive change. Originally established in 1934 as Berrien Teachers Credit Union, Honor’s roots reflect a long-standing dedication to supporting students and schools. That legacy continues today through initiatives like the Community Commitment Scholarship, which recognizes and awards students who are passionate about learning and giving back. By investing in these young leaders, Honor is helping them take the next step toward achieving their academic goals and making a meaningful impact across local Michigan communities.
ABOUT HONOR CREDIT UNION
Honor Credit Union is a non-profit, full-service financial institution serving over 110,000 members in 28 branch locations throughout western and northern Michigan. Providing solutions for financial success and giving back to the communities we serve remain the driving forces behind Honor Credit Union. For more information, call 800.442.2800 or visit www.honorcu.com.
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MEDIA CONTACT
Jen Wagner
Community Relations Manager
jwagner@honorcu.com
800.442.2800 ext. 9509
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