Announcement: Scholarship Recipients 2026
June 22nd, 2026, Greenville, SC — MTC Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 Academic Scholarship Program and Ardmore Oklahoma Athletic Scholarship Awards, recognizing outstanding students who have demonstrated excellence in academics, leadership, perseverance, and community involvement.
Through the MTC Federal Foundation Scholarship Program, nine deserving students were each awarded a $1,500 scholarship to support the pursuit of their undergraduate education. Recipients were selected based on academic achievement, community involvement, leadership, and their commitment to future success.
2026 MTC Federal Foundation Academic Scholarship Recipients
- John Schoenmaker
- Nicholas Lister
- Morgan Henderson
- Jacob Wright
- Srinidhi Thammana
- Lauren Burger
- Malachi Ritter
- Blake Hydrick
- Haley Knarr
In addition, MTC Federal was honored to once again support The Ardmoreite’s All-Star Preps Awards as a proud sponsor. As part of this sponsorship—separate from the Foundation—MTC Federal directly funded and presented the Traction for Life’s Journey Award and Scholarship to two exceptional student-athletes who exemplify perseverance, leadership, and determination
2026 Traction for Life’s Journey Scholarship recipients:
- Emma Jo Phelps of Ringling High School
- Ta’Keylon Maxwell of Dickson High School
As a member-owned financial cooperative, MTC Federal remains committed to investing in education and creating opportunities for future generations. In addition to its own scholarship program, MTC Federal is a philanthropic partner of the Carolinas Credit Union Foundation, which provides additional scholarship opportunities through its General Fund Scholarship Program for applicants who are not selected through MTC Federal’s scholarship process.
“We believe education is one of the most powerful investments we can make in the future of our members and communities,” said Kimberly Witt, President & CEO of MTC Federal. “Each year, we are inspired by the remarkable accomplishments and aspirations of our scholarship applicants. We are honored to support these students as they continue their educational journeys.”
Together, these scholarship programs reflect MTC Federal Credit Union’s ongoing commitment to empowering students and strengthening communities by investing in education, recognizing achievement, and supporting the next generation of leaders.
About the MTC Federal Credit Union Foundation
MTC Federal is deeply committed to giving back to the communities it serves, embracing a responsibility to make a meaningful difference and help build stronger, thriving communities for its members. In support of this mission, the credit union established the MTC Federal Credit Union Foundation. Funded entirely through donations, 100% of the Foundation’s proceeds go directly toward supporting education, disaster relief, and community charities that benefit the cooperative.
As part of its ongoing dedication to education, the MTC Federal Foundation awards ten $1,500 scholarships annually, to members pursuing undergraduate degrees, helping ease the financial burden of higher education and invest in the future success of its membership.
Media Contact:
Beth Stathis
bstathis@mtcfederal.com | 864-908-3467