INOVA - Tolson Scholarship

Beginning in 2023 and in partnership with the Tolson Center for Community Excellence, INOVA Federal began awarding two (2) $1,250.00 Scholarships annually to local high school graduates living in South-Central, Elkhart. 
 
 
INOVA places high value on education, both in the classroom, and through our financial literacy efforts, and we are proud to provide financial assistance and financial education to the future leaders of OUR community!

Congratulations to our 2026 Scholarship Winners!

Payton Dikes - A proud graduate of Elkhart High School, Payton will attend Grand Valley State University to pursue a degree in Finance. One of her teachers describes her as “a leader who leads with integrity and confidence, shows up, and can handle any task given to her.” Her leadership and determination will serve her well as she begins this exciting next chapter.
 
Alonzo Newbern - A proud graduate of Elkhart High School, he will attend Marshall University in West Virginia to pursue a degree in Business Finance. His coach describes him as “someone who shows up, works hard, supports others, and stays committed even when things aren’t easy.” These qualities reflect the determination and character that will help him succeed in college and make a lasting impact in his community.

 

Watch Payton and Alonzo's Interview on YouTube

2025 Recipients

Angelique Vega-Nava - A graduate of Concord High School. Angelique will be pursuing an Entrepreneurship degree at Indiana University, Bloomington.

Prashanti Morris - A graduate of Elkhart High School. Prashanti will be pursuing a Pre-Athletic Training/Sports Medicine degree at Indiana State University. 

2024 Recipients 

Raniaha Newson - Graduated from Elkhart High school. She is currently attending Indiana University of Indianapolis for a degree in Nursing. 

Gregory Williams - Graduated from Elkhart High school. He is currently attending Indiana University of South Bend for a degree in Education.

2023 Recipients

Tsehai Bean - A graduate of Elkhart High School and currently pursuing Advertising & Film Production at Indiana University Bloomington. 

Jaymie Clere - A graduate of Jimtown High School and currently attending Huntington University studying Political Science/History and law School. 

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