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$4,000 awarded in scholarship funds for higher education
WOODBRIDGE, VA (July 23, 2015) — Belvoir Federal Credit Union awarded two members a $2,000 scholarship to help defray educational expenses for higher education.
Alexis Sneed, a senior graduating from Woodbridge High School in Woodbridge, VA, plans to attend the University of North Carolina to study Theatre Design and Production in the School of Arts. In addition to her academic success in high school, Alexis also volunteers her time at the Center for the Arts, Workhouse Art Center, and National Leukemia Society.
Nicolette Ervin-Rogers, the Continuing Education Scholarship winner, is currently attending Radford University in Radford, Virginia. Nicolette is studying Fashion Merchandising, and she hopes to pursue a career as a Visual Merchandiser. To broaden her experiences, Nicolette also spends time volunteering at homes for youth and participates in a dance academy. Nicolette currently works as a brand representative for a local company to gain industry training.
Belvoir Federal is honored to continue the annual scholarship fund with GEICO. Over the last 10 years of this partnership, we have been able to award over $30,000 to our members by providing a great opportunity to further their education and help them make an impact in the community.
About GEICO
Founded in 1936, GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) insures more than 22 million vehicles and has more than 13 million auto policies in force and growing. GEICO has worked to offer members of the U.S. military the most affordable insurance options. They continue to recognize the troops’ important service to our country with special discount programs and service options. To learn more, visit www.geico.com.
About Belvoir Federal Credit Union
Belvoir Federal is a member-owned, full-service financial institution that provides the foundation for the financial success of our Members. Belvoir Federal, a not-for-profit organization, has served the Fort Belvoir and U.S. Armed Forces community since 1946 and named 2014 and 2015 Best Places to Work in Virginia. For more information about Belvoir Federal, please visit www.BelvoirCreditUnion.org.