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First Financial awards $10,000 in grants to Baltimore County public school educators

Sparks-Glencoe, MD (November 18, 2025) |

On October 29th, First Financial Federal Credit Union recognized and celebrated Baltimore County Public School (BCPS) educators by awarding ten $1,000 Putting Students First Grants during a ceremony at its Administrative Center. This marks the third year of a five-year commitment to the BCPS grant program.

The Putting Students First Grant was established by First Financial in partnership with the Education Foundation of BCPS to support educator-led initiatives that enhance student learning. Funds are used to create engaging educational experiences and provide classroom resources tailored to student needs.

Grant recipients for the 2025–2026 school year include BCPS educators from Dumbarton Middle School, General John Stricker Middle School, Glyndon Elementary School, Hawthorne Elementary School, Hernwood Elementary School, Kenwood High School, Milbrook Elementary School, Sollers Point Technical High School, Windsor Mill Middle School, and Woodholme Elementary School.

“As an education-based credit union, First Financial is dedicated to ensuring schools and students have access to the resources they need to thrive,” said Stephanie Peltzer, First Financial VP/Chief Marketing Officer.  “It is our honor to recognize the creative and impactful work of the educators in our community and celebrate the shared commitment to education between our organizations.”

For details on First Financial outreach in the community, visit firstfinancial.org/community. To learn more about being a part of the First Financial difference, visit firstfinancial.org

Representatives from Baltimore County Public County Schools (BCPS), the Education Foundation of BCPS, and First Financial FCU gather at the Putting Students First Grant Recipient Celebration

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