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# Vermont Federal Credit Union Partners with National Guard Association of Vermont to Provide Scholarship Awards

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**January 31, 2025 -**

**South Burlington, VT – **[Vermont Federal Credit Union](https://www.vermontfederal.org/) is proud to partner once again with the [National Guard Association of Vermont](https://ngavt.org/) to support students from military backgrounds. Together, they are awarding $1,000 scholarships to four Vermont students.

- **Colby Galipeau** of Charlotte, VT will be attending Gordon College  
- **Connor McNeil** of Oswego, NY will be attending Syracuse University
- **Abigail Gagnon** of Shelburne, VT will be attending the University of Vermont
- **Lily Korczykowski **of Richmond, VT will be attending the College of Charleston 

Students were selected from applicants who have served or have a family member who has served in the Vermont National Guard. 

“We are committed to supporting those who serve our nation, recognizing the profound impact this can have on their lives and the lives of their families. Thanks to the generous support of Vermont Federal Credit Union, we can offer this scholarship program and honor these deserving students. The scholarships extend beyond just financial aid; they represent our commitment to the Vermont National Guard family,” stated Jason Beams, Lieutenant Colonel of the Vermont National Guard.

This marks the 3rd year of partnership between Vermont Federal Credit Union and the National Guard Association of Vermont in offering this scholarship. Since 2022, the program has awarded $12,000 in scholarships to local students.

“We deeply value the dedication and sacrifice of the Vermont National Guard and its members in serving our country,” said Peter Winch, VP of Marketing. “Partnering with them to support and celebrate students and families who have given so much to our nation is an honor we take to heart.”

The program is one of several scholarship initiatives offered by Vermont Federal. Each year, Vermont Federal presents its annual Student Scholarship Program, awarding five educational scholarships of $2,000 each to Vermont students. Vermont Federal has additional scholarship partnerships with Spectrum Youth & Family Services, Boys & Girls Club of Burlington, and Drive for Excellence. 

For more information about Vermont Federal Credit Union and its scholarship awards, visit<https://www.vermontfederal.org/>[vermontfederal.org](https://www.vermontfederal.org/scholarships#:~:text=Vermont%20Federal%20Credit%20Union%20is,to%20graduating%20high%20school%20seniors.)

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Peter Winch  
Director of Marketing  
[pwinch@vermontfederal.org](mailto:pwinch@vermontfederal.org)  
(802) 658-0225 x 1312

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