Investing in the Future: Raiz FCU Celebrates Giving Tuesday with $82,500 in Scholarships and Grants
On this year’s Giving Tuesday, November 28, 2023, Raiz Federal Credit Union commemorated the day by awarding a total of $82,500 in scholarships and grants to students, education professionals, and local non-profits. This annual scholarship opportunity began as a way for Raiz to honor its heritage rooted in education and remains empowering individuals today on their journey of paving new pathways forward.
Raiz awarded 19 recipients from various categories including, the Raiz Community Scholarship, Michael Sandoval Memorial Scholarship, Raiz Up Professional Development Grant, and the Together We Raiz Community Grant. The Raiz Up Professional Development Grant, which was introduced in July 2022, is a testament to Raiz’s dedication to educators in the Region 19 district. Max Villaronga, Raiz FCU’s President and CEO, expressed his gratitude, “May this grant fuel your personal growth, enabling you to shape the minds of tomorrow with even greater impact. A heartfelt thank you for your unwavering dedication to nurturing the leaders of the future." Additionally, the Together We Raiz Community Grant was established to uplift local non-profit organizations. “We share this hand-up to continue the selfless services of non-profits that enrich the fabric of El Paso. Their commitment to empowering and serving our community resonates deeply, and we are honored to champion each cause.”, shared Mr. Villaronga.
Raiz would like to extend congratulations to all the scholarship and grant recipients of 2023 listed below for their dedication and remarkable achievements so far.
$1,000 Raiz Community Scholarship:
Chris Rojas
Ramon Bracamontes
Ruby Shivery
Alex Acquah
Brianna Ophord
Mia Pinon
Hector Dimakis
Armadeus Ramirez
Camryn Medina
Jacob Fang
$5,000 Raizing Leaders Scholarship (UTEP College of Education Students)
Elanor Morgun
$5,000 Michael Sandoval Memorial Scholarship
Hannah Tellez
$3,500 Raiz Up Professional Development Grant
Abigail Poitevint
Izabela McCage
Jerimiah Hunter Nelson
Nancy Ramirez
Patricia Montiel
$25,000 Together We Raiz Grant
Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA)
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