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Delta Community Credit Union HBCU Scholarship

Education is the key to success, and V-103 and Delta Community Credit Union want to help you succeed.

In 2025, Delta Community will award $25,000 in scholarships to select students of historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs).

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About Delta Community

Delta Community Credit Union is committed to improving the financial lives of its members. Programs like the HBCU Scholarship and our annual Delta Community Scholarship were created to help members with early financial milestones like going to college. Additionally, we are proud to offer products like free Savings and Checking Accounts to meet our members' needs during this important time in their lives.

Learn more about Delta Community Credit Union or open an account online.

How to Enter

The HBCU Scholarship entry period is now closed. Please check back on August 1, 2025 for your next chance to apply!

For other scholarship opportunities at Delta Community, please visit our Scholarships page.

Prize

Twice a year, scholarships for $5,000 will be awarded to HBCU students. Three scholarships will be awarded in May 2025, and two scholarships will be awarded in November 2025. 

Who's Eligible

  • Current undergraduate students at any of the nation's HBCUs
  • Graduating high school seniors who have received an official acceptance letter to an HBCU
  • Students must be Georgia residents

Winner Selection

Delta Community Credit Union will select winners each entry period from among the most compelling submissions. Winners will be chosen after the contest period ends and will be contacted by a representative from Delta Community. Winners will be announced by V-103 on-air after each contest period.

Congratulations to our HBCU Scholarship Award Winners

2025 Scholars

Annamaya Kanu is a dynamic student leader who exemplifies academic excellence, servant leadership and a passion for community uplift. With a 4.2 GPA, she excels in advanced coursework, including AP and dual enrollment classes, while maintaining active leadership roles in her school and community. A dedicated participant in the THRIVE Upward Bound Program, Annamaya has benefited from and contributed to college preparatory programming aimed at first-generation and low-income students. Her leadership journey includes making history as the first African American female Governor of the Georgia District of Key Club International, where she championed youth service and advocacy. Annamaya also serves as Captain of the Dancing Diamonds dance line at Lovejoy High School, Student Government Historian, and DECA Vice President of Marketing. Her community involvement exceeds 200 hours of service, supporting causes such as sickle cell awareness, youth mentorship and school initiatives. Recognized by both the City of Lovejoy and Clayton County for her achievements, Annamaya plans to continue her leadership journey as a marketing major at Tuskegee University.

2025 HBCU Winner Annamaya Kanu

Janii Corneh is a purpose-driven student and first-generation college attendee with a strong commitment to leadership, entrepreneurship and community empowerment. She graduated from Douglas County High School with a 3.8 weighted GPA while excelling in AP and Dual Enrollment courses. As Vice President of Marketing for DECA and Captain of the Incomparable Tigerettes dance line, Janii also co-founded “Make Ends Meet,” a school-based hair pantry providing free products, tools and education to students in need. Her business interests deepened through her role as President of the National Black MBA Association’s Leaders of Tomorrow Atlanta Chapter, where her team placed in the top three nationally in case competitions three years in a row. Janii will attend Spelman College as an economics major, with plans to join the Future Business Leaders of Spelman and the Bonner Scholars Program. She also intends to expand Make Ends Meet to the Spelman campus. Her dedication to education, service and leadership reflects the values of the Delta Community HBCU Scholarship.

2024 HBCU Winner Janii Corneh

Mekhi Grissom is a resilient and inspiring young leader who has transformed personal challenges into a powerful story of perseverance, academic growth and civic engagement. A graduate of South Atlanta High School, Mekhi overcame early academic struggles to become an honors student and active community advocate. As a member of the National Beta Club and a student ambassador for his school’s College and Career Center, Mekhi focused on helping fellow students navigate academic obstacles. His commitment to service is demonstrated by over 500 hours of volunteer work, including organizing food drives, fundraising events and supporting major community initiatives at venues like Mercedes-Benz Stadium. During a transformative gap year, Mekhi helped raise over $10,000 for a back-to-school event that provided essential supplies and services to local youth. He will attend Morehouse College as a Political Science major on a Pre-Law track, aspiring to become a corporate attorney. Mekhi’s story is one of tenacity and purpose, making him a deserving recipient of the Delta Community HBCU Scholarship.

2024 HBCU Winner Mekhi Grissom