The Neighborhood CU Foundation awarded five $2,000 scholarships to outstanding students through its 2026 scholarship program, recognizing thoughtful essays on the importance of understanding student loans and planning for long term financial success.

DALLAS, July 23, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Neighborhood CU Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship program, awarding five outstanding students with $2,000 scholarships to support their educational journeys. This year's scholarship contest challenged students to examine one of today's most pressing financial topics through the prompt, "Planning with Purpose: Understanding the Impact of Student Loans in 2026."

Students submitted original essays or videos exploring how student loans influence major life decisions, including career choice, homeownership, and starting a family. Entries were evaluated on originality, thoughtful analysis, and their understanding of the long-term financial impact of student debt.

The 2026 Neighborhood CU Foundation Scholarship recipients are:

• Katelyn Lindsay – Rockwall ISD: Rockwall High School graduate and Midwestern State University student.
• Sebastian Alarcon – Dallas ISD: Booker T. Washington High School graduate and Syracuse University student.
• Ashley Holmes – American Military University student.
• Aiden Solorzano – Dallas ISD: Justin F. Kimball High School graduate and Stephen F. Austin State University student.
• Adyson Birdow – Waxahachie ISD: Waxahachie Global High School graduate and Huston-Tillotson University student.

"Education is one of the most important investments a person can make, and financial planning plays a vital role in that journey," said Carolyn Jordan, President of the Neighborhood CU Foundation. "These five students have worked incredibly hard and shown not only academic excellence, but also a thoughtful understanding of the financial challenges facing their generation. We're proud to support them as they take the next step toward achieving their goals."

This year's recipients impressed the scholarship committee with their thoughtful perspectives on the financial realities facing today's students. Through personal experiences, research, and critical thinking, they demonstrated a strong understanding of the challenges student debt presents while offering practical approaches to making informed financial decisions.

About Neighborhood CU Foundation

The Neighborhood CU Foundation was created to improve the lives of those in Texas through promoting financial wellness, providing access to financial education, and raising the overall level of financial literacy. The primary goal is to help consumers make smart financial choices in money management and attain financial prosperity. We focus on guidance, assistance and support in financial health initiatives.

About Neighborhood Credit Union 

As an active part of the community for over 96 years, Neighborhood Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial organization serving the state of Texas with branch locations in Collin, Dallas, Denton, Ellis, Grayson, Kaufman and Tarrant counties. With assets topping $1 billion, Neighborhood Credit Union proudly serves a growing membership of nearly 70,000. For more information, visit myncu.com.

Media Contact

Kristi Brooks, Neighborhood Credit Union, 1 214-748-9393 1119, kbrooks@myncu.com, myncu.com

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