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NEFCU awards $9,000 in scholarships to nursing students

WILLISTON, VT (May 2, 2023) — In recognition of the importance of the nursing profession to its members and the community, New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) annually awards three nursing scholarships of $3,000 each. As part of their application, candidates submit an original, 250-word essay describing how they will use their degree to contribute to their community.

Here are this year’s recipients of the NEFCU Nursing Scholarships:

Acheri Donnell of Northfield, VT, is currently attending the School of Nursing at Norwich University to earn a Bachelor of Science degree. “This award allows me to continue my journey to become a registered nurse and eventually a midwife,” said Donnell. “I had some unexpected clinical fees that made me unsure if I could continue. The scholarship makes it possible to stay on my path.”

Zacheriah Cota-Weaver of Colchester, VT, is enrolled in the University of Vermont’s Masters of Science Nursing – Clinical Nurse Leader program. “Attending the graduate nurse leader program at UVM is a full-time commitment, which has meant taking out cost of living loans to support myself through school,” said Cota-Weaver. “This generous support from NEFCU will help me pay for essential school supplies and significantly lower my debt burden. This scholarship will make a huge impact on my success as a student, and on my quality of life. Thank you NEFCU for supporting Vermonters entering the nursing workforce!”

Benedicte Yodishembo of Williston, VT, is currently attending Howard University to obtain a Bachelor of Science degree.

About New England Federal Credit Union

New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU), headquartered in Williston, Vermont is a member-owned financial institution serving communities in twelve counties of Vermont: Addison, Bennington, Caledonia, Chittenden, Franklin, Grand Isle, Lamoille, Orange, Rutland, Washington, Windham, and Windsor; and four counties in New Hampshire: Cheshire, Grafton, Merrimack, and Sullivan. For more information about membership requirements and benefits, visit nefcu.com.