TCT Scholarships 

TCT believes in the boundless potential of our young members and encourages all eligible students to apply.

TCT Federal Credit Union is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of its Academic Scholarships. Ten outstanding student members were each awarded a $1,000 scholarship in recognition of their hard work, leadership, and community involvement.

Each year, TCT awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors who demonstrate academic achievement, leadership, community service, and a commitment to the credit union philosophy of “People Helping People.” Applications are reviewed by representatives of the New York Credit Union Association (NYCUA). This year’s recipients are:

• Kendall Hamilton — Greenwich Jr./Sr. High School  Kendall also received a NYCUA Statewide Scholarship!
• Caitlin Scott — Queensbury High School
• Kittery VanGuilder — Hadley Luzerne High School
• Caroline Short — South Glens Falls High School
• Colin Giumarra — Queensbury High School
• Braden Pisani — Hudson Falls High School
• Jace Hubert — Bolton Central High School
• Addison Swan — North Warren Central School
• Ashley Moses — Cambridge Central High School
• Riley Johnson — Glens Falls High School

This scholarship is more than financial support; it's a belief in their dreams and an investment in our community's future. We wish them success in their academic pursuits.

Applications for 2027 TCT Scholarships will open this fall. TCT’s Trades Grant Program is also accepting applications now from members pursuing careers in the trades.

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Kickstart Your Trade Career with TCT

TCT is committed to supporting our members entering or continuing their education in the trades with our Trades Grant Program.

The TCT Supports the Trades Grant is available to members age 16+ who are enrolled in, or have completed a trade school program and have a financial need. 

“We are thrilled to continue supporting education through our scholarships and to expand opportunities with the TCT Supports the Trades Grant Program,” said TCT FCU CEO, Curt Cecala. “We want high school seniors and our adult members to know there are jobs in our communities that offer competitive salaries through a trade education, and we can help them achieve their goals.”

VIEW THE GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION

APPLY FOR TRADES GRANT