Prince George’s Community Federal Credit Union has announced the recipients of the 2025 Virginia Stallings and Cindy Prestandrea Scholarships.

Four exceptional credit union members—Khalil Jackson (Bowie, MD), Cameron Baldwin (Brandywine, MD), Taunya A. Melvin (Bowie, MD) and Dionna Stone (Waldorf, MD) —have each been awarded $2,500 to support their educational journeys.

This distinctive scholarship program is open to all credit union members pursuing undergraduate, graduate, trade, or vocational studies. Applicants were asked to submit an application detailing their academic achievements and community involvement. Instead of a traditional essay, candidates were invited to creatively express their thoughts on the importance of financial literacy through a video post on Instagram or Facebook.

Khalil Jackson, a senior at Bowie High School, will study Automotive Design at Morgan State University this fall. Cameron Baldwin is currently weighing several college acceptances and intends to pursue a career in Dentistry. Taunya A. Melvin and Dionna Stone and are both furthering their education in doctoral programs at Liberty University and St. George’s University, respectively.

“We are proud to celebrate the achievements of this year’s scholarship winners—an inspiring group of Prince Georgians whose diverse paths and shared commitment to excellence reflect the values our credit union holds dear,” said Diane Coleman Brown, President and CEO of Prince George’s Community Federal Credit Union. “Their success reminds us that when opportunity meets determination, the future shines brighter for us all.”