The FedChoice Charitable Foundation (FCF) and the National Organization of Blacks In Government, Inc. (BIG) Collaborative Educational Scholarship Program
This scholarship was initiated by Ms. Sarah Fleming, a long-time member of FedChoice Federal Credit Union. The Guy Fleming Educational Scholarship celebrates the legacy of Mr. Guy Fleming and underscores the vital role of financial education for young individuals. Ms. Fleming passionately believes in the transformative power of education and aims to create more opportunities for deserving students from underserved communities. The FedChoice Charitable Foundation (FCF) is partnering with Blacks In Government (BIG) to promote this scholarship program nationwide.
Program Highlights:
- Ten $1,000 Educational Scholarships: We are proud to offer ten scholarships to college-bound or trade school-bound high school seniors.
- Eligibility: Any college-bound or trade school-bound high school senior from a Title 1 School nationwide can apply.
- Winner’s Expectations: All winners will be requested to provide a photo and short Bio for advertising.
Application Process:
To apply, students must write a concise up to 500-word essay (topics to be announced soon).
Note on AI Usage: Limited use of AI (less than 15%) is permitted for initial idea generation only. All analysis, personal reflections, and final composition must be entirely your own work.
Applicants Must:
- Be a graduating high school senior.
- Plan to attend a post-secondary institution (university, college, or trade school) in the fall of 2026 and provide an acceptance letter.
- Include a recommendation letter from their school counselor and/or teacher.
The deadline for 2026 applications and essay themes will be announced later.
For further information contact Deena Sheppard, BIG’s Guy Fleming Scholarship Committee Chair at deena.sheppard@bigrv.org
We’re thrilled to announce the ten outstanding high school seniors selected for the 2025 Guy Fleming Scholarship, a collaborative program between the FedChoice Charitable Foundation and Blacks In Government!
Congratulations to our exceptional awardees:
• Muhammad Bilal, Charles Herbert Flowers HS
• Tamyra Britton, Bowie HS
• Zain Elcock, Carter G. Woodson HS
• Zaria Jacobs, Tampa Bay Technical HS
• Josiah Jackson, TF North HS
• Alysha Murrell, RCEC
• Jakiyah Perkins, Warren Central HS
• Madison Reynolds, Fultondale HS
• Alexa Sneed, Thomas Dale HS
• Sabrina Williams, Oakton HS
Our heartfelt congratulations to all the awardees and huge thanks to our fellow Selection Committee members for their incredible support!
Testimonials
It’s so important to learn how to save, how to count, you have to learn about money in order to succeed in this world…I know that schools are trying to help kids, but they need more help…I am glad the FedChoice Charitable Foundation is going to focus on financial literacy!
Samira P
I am motivated by my drive to help others.
Stephen S
If you want to be rich, simply serve more people.
Jenny C
Community engagement is important to me because I came from a community. A community of people who were raised like me to care about your neighbour
Marcia L
You definitely want to be part of your community, I think as a Credit union you want to have that outreach in your neighborhood
Jonny G
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