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NorState FCU is excited to share that it has recently awarded eight $1,000 scholarships to area high school graduates. To be eligible for a scholarship, the applicants had to attend an Aroostook or Northern Penobscot County high school, be accepted to and plan to attend a two-year or four-year college or university, and have an active NorState FCU membership.
“Every year, NorState FCU is overjoyed to be able to offer these scholarships to students in our local area to help further their education,” stated Amy Michaud, NorState FCU VP Support Services/CUCE. “Our program started small many years ago, but now is offering eight scholarships. College expenses, including tuition, books, etc. are so costly, we are happy to offer these scholarships to assist these students.”
NorState FCU is proud to announce their 2023 scholarship winners:
- Darby Clark, Ashland High School
- Dominick Gendreau, Wisdom High School
- Elyssa Violette, Van Buren High School
- Hailey Blanchette, Madawaska High School
- Hannah Blanchette, Madawaska High School
- Marissa Dow, Hodgdon High School
- Rossalyn Buck, Presque Isle High School
- Veronica L’Italien, Fort Kent Community High School
Along with the application submission, students were asked to provide a testimonial on how their credit union has made a difference in their lives.
- Hailey Blanchette stated in her testimonial, “My motivation to save money started with opening my first savings account at NorState FCU.”
- Darby Clark mentioned, “From my first savings account to my first debit card, NorState FCU has been a part of my financial journey.”
- Marissa Dow also added, “I plan to purchase my first vehicle in the next few months and look forward to beginning my lifelong relationship with NorState.”
The credit union extends its congratulations to these scholarship recipients and to all members of the Class of 2023!