FedChoice Charitable Foundation and Blacks In Government Celebrate 2026 Guy Fleming
Scholars
LANHAM, MD (August 14, 2026) — The FedChoice Charitable Foundation (FCF) is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Guy Fleming Scholarship, a collaborative educational scholarship presented in partnership with Blacks In Government, Inc. (BIG). Each student will receive a $1,000 scholarship to support their post-secondary educational pursuits.
Following a competitive review process, the BIG-FCF Scholarship Selection Committee selected ten outstanding college-bound seniors attending Title I high schools from across the United States. The scholarship recognizes academic achievement, leadership potential, community involvement, and commitment to personal growth.
The 2026 Guy Fleming Scholarship Recipients
Cole Berry
Rockdale County High School
Conyers, Georgia
College: Georgia State University / North Carolina A&T
Olivia Bradley
Eastside High School
Gainesville, Florida
College: University of Florida
Kamora Cox
Dutchtown High School
Decatur, Georgia
College: Alabama State University
Lauryn Jefferson
Paxon School for Advanced Studies
Jacksonville, Florida
College: Florida Atlantic University
Janiya Lewis
Reynoldsburg High School
Reynoldsburg, Ohio
College: North Carolina Central University
Tikwana Pinnock
Paul Laurence Dunbar High School
Washington, District of Columbia
College: The George Washington University
Jayla Rollins
Brewbaker Technology Magnet High School
Montgomery, Alabama
College: Tennessee State University
Jayda Shoats
South Gwinnett High School
Snellville, Georgia
College: Louisiana State University
Jordin Walker
Pedro Menendez High School
St. Augustine, Florida
College: St. Johns River State College
Erion Wilson
River City Early College
Vicksburg, Mississippi
College: University of Pennsylvania
Established through the generosity and vision of Mrs. Sarah Fleming, a longtime member of FedChoice Federal Credit Union, the Guy Fleming Scholarship honors the life and legacy of Mr. Guy Fleming, a dedicated public servant who served at both the U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service. The scholarship reflects his commitment to service and recognizes the transformative role that education and financial capability play in creating opportunities for young people.
This year’s scholarship program also highlighted the importance of financial literacy in shaping the next generation of leaders. As our nation looks toward its next 250 years, financial education remains a critical tool for building stronger, more equitable communities and preparing students to make informed financial decisions. Through their partnership, BIG and the FedChoice Charitable Foundation demonstrate how financial literacy, advocacy, and educational opportunity can empower students, strengthen communities, and help create a more financially resilient America. As part of the application process, students were required to submit an original essay exploring the impact of financial literacy and leadership.
Over the past several years, the FedChoice Charitable Foundation has expanded its partnership with Blacks In Government and Future Leaders of America’s Government (FLAG), supporting community events, educational programs, and participation in the BIG regional events. Together, these organizations continue to invest in students from underserved communities and help prepare them for future academic and professional success.
Statements from Our Partners
The Honorable Deena M. Sheppard
Guy Fleming Educational Scholarship Committee Chair
Blacks In Government, Inc., said:
“It has been Blacks In Government’s pleasure to work alongside the FedChoice Charitable Foundation to identify and award deserving students across the nation. We look forward to continuing this nationwide community support for youth.”
Brett Noll, President of the FedChoice Charitable Foundation, added:
“Education has been said to be the great equalizer. We are delighted to once again work with our long-time partner, Blacks In Government, to provide all these deserving students with funds to help them succeed.”
About Blacks In Government, Inc. (BIG)
Blacks In Government, Inc. is an advocate for equal opportunity and professional development for Black government employees at the local, state, and federal levels, as well as others dedicated to justice and equity for all.
Learn more:
www.bignet.org
About FedChoice Charitable Foundation
Founded in 2017, the FedChoice Charitable Foundation advances financial well-being and strengthens local communities by serving as a resource, advocate, and champion for the federal community and beyond.
Learn more about the Guy Fleming Scholarship:
www.fedchoicegives.org/GF-BIGscholarship
Contact
Andrey Gidaspov, Ph.D., CUDE
FedChoice Charitable Foundation
Email:
foundation@fedchoice.org
Website:
fedchoicegives.org
Apply today using this form!
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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