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SECU Foundation, a charitable organization funded by the members of State Employees’ Credit Union, has awarded a $10,000 four-year college scholarship to Jada Lloyd, a senior at Hertford County High School.

The scholarship will support the student’s academic journey at North Carolina Central University, one of the University of North Carolina System’s 16 universities.

The “People Helping People®” Scholarship recognizes the recipient’s community involvement, leadership, character, integrity, and scholastic achievement. The funds are provided over eight consecutive semesters for tuition and university-approved educational expenses.

High school scholarships awarded for the 2024 academic year represent a $4.4 million contribution toward the educational goals of college-bound students.

“The Foundation’s long-standing support of this scholarship program over the past 19 years has helped make college more affordable for thousands of students to pursue a quality education through the University of North Carolina System,” said SECU Foundation Executive Director Jama Campbell. “We hope that the award makes a lasting impact on the lives of every recipient as they prepare for a lifetime of professional and personal fulfillment. On behalf of SECU Foundation and SECU members, we offer Jada Lloyd our sincere congratulations and best wishes.”

SECU Foundation’s “People Helping People®” High School Scholarship program has provided over $75 million in scholarships for North Carolina high school seniors since 2005.

The SECU Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization funded by the contributions of SECU members, promotes local community development in North Carolina primarily through high-impact projects in the areas of housing, education, healthcare, and human services. Since 2004, SECU Foundation has made a collective financial commitment of over $258 million for initiatives to benefit North Carolinians statewide.