HONOLULU — Hawaii State Federal Credit Union (Hawaii State FCU) today announced the 20 recipients of its 2026 Scholarship Program, awarding a total of $92,500 in scholarships to help Hawaii students pursue their higher education goals. Each recipient received a scholarship of up to $5,000 to support tuition costs at accredited colleges and universities in Hawaii and on the mainland.
“This year marks 30 years since Hawaii State FCU established our scholarship program, and we’re incredibly proud of the many students we’ve been able to support along the way,” said Ashley Noji, senior vice president and chief marketing officer of Hawaii State FCU. “Higher education is an important investment in the future, and we know the cost can be a significant financial commitment for students and their families. We’re proud to support this year’s recipients as they continue their higher education goals.”
Scholarship recipients were selected based on financial need, academic achievement, and involvement in school and community activities. This year’s recipients include undergraduate and graduate students attending colleges and universities in Hawaii and on the mainland.
2026 Hawaii State FCU Scholarship Recipients:
- Adriana A., Pomona College
- Christin A., Chaminade University of Honolulu
- Sasha A., Leeward Community College
- Makayla D., University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Pualani D., Honolulu Community College
- Nalehua O Puna D., University of Hawaii – Manoa
- John G., University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Guyslyn I., Loyola Marymount University
- Christina K., University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Layla K., University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Lexine K., University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Zaysha L. C., Chaminade University of Honolulu
- Charis M., Colorado Technical University
- Kailani M. S., Oregon State University
- Kanani N., University of Hawaii – West Oahu
- Christophor O., University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Briana O., University of Hawaii – West Oahu
- Sheena-Marie P., University of Hawaii – Manoa
- Autemumu S., Leeward Community College
- Kekumunui V., Liberty University
Established in 1996, the Hawaii State FCU Scholarship Program is celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. Since its inception, the program has awarded more than $1 million in scholarships to help Hawaii State FCU members and their dependents pursue higher education.
For more information about Hawaii State FCU’s scholarship program, visit HawaiiStateFCU.com/scholarships.