VERN HYDE SCHOLARSHIP
Offering college/university, trade, and vocational school opportunities.
Community West Credit Union understands the value of higher education and how it helps prepare younger generations to serve their communities, as well as the difficulties many students face in addressing the high cost of tuition and other related expenses.
Community West awards the 2025 Vern Hyde Scholarship to one student for the fall 2025 semester: for an individual planning to attend or currently attending a college/university, trade, or vocational program. This student can be an upcoming High School graduate, or a current college/trade/vocational student.
This scholarship aims to acknowledge and reward outstanding efforts in leadership, volunteerism, and community involvement. The scholarships will be awarded in the form of a check presented directly to the college, university, or trade program to help offset the cost of tuition and/or books and supplies.
Grand Prize Winner: $3,000 Scholarship
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Must be a member in good standing for six months by July 1, 2025. Account verification is required after entry. Applicant must be a member, not joint or a family member of a member to be eligible. Eligibility is limited to high school seniors, current college students, or current trade school students who live or attend school in Allegan, Barry, Ionia, Kent, or Ottawa counties. There is no age limit for applicants. The application and essay must be completed by the individual who is applying for the scholarship. These scholarship funds may only be used for an undergraduate college/university, trade, or vocational program. Funds will be disbursed at the discretion of the credit union prior to the beginning of the academic year. The application deadline is 11:59 PM on Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
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2025 Vern Hyde Scholarship Recipient
Addison Davenport Selected as the 2025 Vern Hyde Scholarship Recipient
A graduate of Hudsonville High School, Addison was selected for her outstanding leadership, volunteer work, and dedication to her community, particularly in supporting children.
While excelling as a full-time student, Addison also worked as an assistant daycare teacher, preschool gymnastics coach, tutor, and served in the National Honor Society. Her work at Horizon Kids Complex and role as a tutor for a young student from Burma highlight her passion for guiding and supporting children.
This fall, Addison will attend Michigan State University, where she plans to continue making a difference in the lives of others.