Sterling Heights, MI (July 13, 2026) |
Christian Financial Credit Union has awarded a total of $13,500 in scholarships to twenty-two outstanding high school seniors through two programs: the Bathanti‑D’Agostino Memorial Scholarship and Christian/Catholic High School Scholarships. Recipients were selected based on their academic achievement, leadership, and commitment to community involvement.
Bathanti-D’Agostino Memorial Scholarship:
Christian Financial Credit Union awarded ten $750 scholarships - totaling $7,500 - through the Bathanti‑D’Agostino Memorial Scholarship. This program honors the credit union’s founding pioneers and recognizes students who demonstrate strong academic achievement and a commitment to community involvement. Applicants submitted transcripts, letters of recommendation, a résumé, and an essay outlining how they embody the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People.”
This year’s recipients include:
- Alexandria Gianino, Austin Catholic High School
- Micah McGowan, Detroit Edison Public School Academy
- Kathryn Schaden, Grosse Pointe North High School
- Drew Niemiec, Plymouth High School
- Gabriela DiCosmo, Eisenhower High School
- Austin McMahon, Anchor Bay High School
- Aidan Elher, De La Salle Collegiate
- Jacey Thibodeau, Bishop Foley Catholic High School
- Nick Cacaj, Henry Ford II High School
- Carolanne Hammer, Fraser High School
Christian/Catholic High School Scholarships
Christian Financial Credit Union awarded twelve $500 scholarships to students from local Christian and Catholic High Schools, totaling $6,000. Recipients were selected by their schools for demonstrating academic excellence, leadership, and strong character within their school communities.
This year’s recipients include:
- Luke Kavanaugh, Bishop Foley High School
- Evelyn Wampuszyc, Bishop Foley High School
- Ryan Koles, Cardinal Mooney High School
- Ryan Brown, Detroit Catholic Central High School
- Kennedi Marsh, Marian High School
- Hailey Thostenson, Mercy High School
- Adriane Thompson, Notre Dame Preparatory
- Elizabeth Deuby, Novi Christian Academy
- Anna Wood, Plymouth Christian Academy
- Graham Gortney, Plymouth Christian Academy
- Adrianna Spindler, Regina High School
- Brooklyn Nafso, Saint Catherine of Siena Academy
These scholarship programs aim to support the academic success of local students while promoting a brighter and more inclusive future for the communities Christian Financial Credit Union serves.
“We were truly impressed by the depth and sincerity of this year’s applications,” said Christine Quitter, vice president of community outreach at Christian Financial. “Each student brought something unique to the table, making the selection process incredibly difficult. We’re excited to see the impact they will make and are honored to support them as they move forward.”
For more information about Christian Financial and its scholarship programs, visit christianfinancialcu.com.
