Winn-Hayden Scholarships
The Board of Directors of the District of Columbia Teachers’ Federal Credit Union (DCTFCU) is pleased to announce the 2026 Winn-Hayden Scholarship Program for graduating high school school seniors. The DCTFCU Winn-Hayden Scholarship Committee will award five (5) scholarships each in the amount of $3,000.
To be considered, a scholar must be:
A son, daughter, grandson, or granddaughter of DCTFCU member with an open AND active account of a year or more.
Submission of the following documents are required:
- First semester Report Card
- Official Transcript
- Letter of Acceptance
- Two letters of recommendation:
- One from a school-based leader or representative (e.g.) teacher, guidance counselor, coach, etc.
- One from a community-based leader or representative (e.g. community leader, community service coordinator, religious leader, etc.)
- A recent photo (headshot or other academically appropriate image) that can be displayed in our newsletter and on the website. *Picture will not be returned.
- A signed and dated letter giving DCTFCU authorization to post the applicants picture in the newsletter and on DCTFCU website is required.
Applications may be obtained at the receptionist’s desk at at 5656 3rd Street, NE, or by downloading a PDF Scholarship Application. Mail your completed application to:
D.C. Teachers’ Federal Credit Union
Winn-Hayden Scholarship Committee
c/o Ms. Rosalinn Gray Wedge, CEO
5656 3rd Street, N.E.
Washington, DC 20011-2532
The deadline for submission is Thursday, April 30, 2026, at the close of business (4:30pm). No exceptions will be made. We hope that you will take advantage of this great opportunity.