- $115,000 in scholarships and educator grants to be provided through the ninth annual S.W.A.G. Scholarship Awards
- Individual student scholarships from $2,500 to $25,000, $5,000 in classroom grants for Influential Educators and two new $5,000 alumni scholarships will be granted this year through the S.W.A.G. Scholarship Awards
- S.W.A.G. scholarships uniquely target Detroit high-school seniors with a 2.25 and above GPA who demonstrate a passion for leadership and community service.
- Applications opened on January 27, 2025. The deadline for submissions is March 16, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Students, teachers, and parents interested in learning more should visit www.michiganchronicle.com/swagawards.
Huntington Bank and Michigan Chronicle Continue Empowering Detroit's Future Leaders through the 9th Annual S.W.A.G. Scholarship Awards
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Huntington Bank and the Michigan Chronicle are proud to announce the continuation of their partnership for the S.W.A.G. (Students Wired for Achievement and Greatness) Scholarship Awards. The annual scholarship program underscores Huntington Bank's unwavering commitment to the city of Detroit and its families and the support of student achievement.
Since its inception in 2015, Huntington has invested over $1.5 million in the S.W.A.G Detroit student program, providing scholarships ranging from $2,500 to $25,000 to deserving high school seniors. This program has not only supported students financially but also fostered a community of leaders through internships, mentorship, community service, and educational enrichment. Through the addition of an influential educator award in 2019, the program has awarded $20,000 in classroom grants to recognize outstanding teachers and education support professionals.
“By investing in the S.W.A.G. scholarship program, we have the opportunity to support a new generation of leaders, innovators, and change-makers who will benefit communities across our state and beyond. It also allows us an opportunity to provide a small helping hand to the educators who help these students flourish through the educator grants,” said Gary Torgow, Chairman of Huntington’s Board of Directors. “We are grateful to the Michigan Chronicle and its publisher, Hiram Jackson, for this wonderful partnership.”
New for 2025, the program will award two $5,000 alumni scholarships to past recipients, helping them continue along their educational journey.
The S.W.A.G. Scholarship Awards aim to provide financial support to Detroit students who demonstrate leadership in areas beyond academics. Eligible applicants include current high school seniors residing in Detroit and attending a Detroit Public School Community District high school or a city-based charter school. Students must plan to attend college or trade school in the Fall of 2025.
“The S.W.A.G. Scholarship Awards are more than just financial support. Our collective effort is not just about providing scholarships but about nurturing a pipeline of leaders who will shape the future of Detroit,” said Hiram E. Jackson, publisher of the Michigan Chronicle. “Over the past 10 years, we have had the privilege of awarding scholarships to some of the most talented, dedicated, and passionate students in our city. The success stories of our past recipients are a testament to the potential that lies within our youth. Our future is indeed bright, and we are honored to continue our partnership with Huntington Bank to uplift and empower Detroit’s next generation of leaders. Together, we are building a stronger, more vibrant Detroit, one scholarship at a time.”
Applications for the 2025 Michigan Chronicle/Huntington National Bank S.W.A.G. Scholarship Awards and the Influential Educators Award opened on Monday, January 27, 2025. The deadline for submissions is Sunday, March 16, 2025 at 11:59 p.m. Students, teachers, and parents interested in learning more should visit www.michiganchronicle.com/swagawards.
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