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Courtney Marie Walton
Honoring Our Heroes
John O’Neill 2022 Hero Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Courtney Marie Walton as the 2022 John O’Neill Hero Scholarship Award recipient.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late John Patrick O’Neill (February 6, 1952 - September 11, 2001). John Patrick O’Neill (February 6, 1952 - September 11, 2001) served as Special Agent in Charge at the Federal Bureau of Investigation until his retirement in 2001, when he became Head of Security at the World Trade Center. Tragically, he was killed in the September 11th terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City while selflessly coordinating evacuation efforts.
To learn more about our Hero Scholarship Program, visit jfcu.org/Scholarship.
Preston M Chang-Sundin
Honoring Our Heroes
Judge John Howland Wood Jr 2022 Hero Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Preston M Chang-Sundin as the 2022 Judge John Howland Wood, Jr. Hero Scholarship Award recipient.
The scholarship was established in honor of Judge John Howland Wood Jr. John Howland Wood Jr. (March 31, 1916 – May 29, 1979), was an American lawyer and judge from Texas. He served as a United States District Judge of the United States District Court for the Western District of Texas before assassinated in San Antonio, in 1979. Wood's killing was the first assassination of a federal judge in the 20th century. Judge Wood was well-known for his sentencing of drug traffickers; he was assassinated in a contract killing placed by a Texas drug lord who was awaiting trial.
To learn more about our Hero Scholarship Program, visit jfcu.org/Scholarship.
Isabella Rose Richards
Honoring Our Heroes
Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena 2022 Hero Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Isabella Rose Richards as the 2022 recipient of the Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena Hero Scholarship award.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena (July 26, 1947 - February 9, 1985). Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena (July 26, 1947 - February 9, 1985) selflessly served as an undercover Drug Enforcement Administration Agent who was abducted and killed while on assignment in Mexico. Each year, Mr. Camarena’s memory and sacrifice are honored during DEA’s Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s largest drug prevention awareness program.
To learn more about our Hero Scholarship Program, visit jfcu.org/Scholarship.
Daniel Balogh
Honoring Our Heroes
Police Captain David Dorn 2022 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Daniel Balogh as the 2022 Police Captain David Dorn Hero Scholarship Award recipient.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late Retired Police Captain David Dorn, (November 24, 1942 – June 2, 2020). Retired Police Captain David Dorn performed his duties with distinction and commitment over a 38-year career with the St. Louis Police Department. Captain Dorn acted as the Deputy Commander of the Bureau of Patrol Support, which oversaw nine agencies within the St. Louis Police Department. Tragically, he was mortally wounded during a night of violent protests in St. Louis. Captain Dorn was very dedicated to youth, especially disadvantaged youth and wanted to see them succeed. He strived to be a role model for young men and women to go into law enforcement and modeled the way.
To learn more about our Hero Scholarship Program, visit jfcu.org/Scholarship.
L to R: Joe Hellebrand, FBINAA Past President and Director of Brevard County Sheriff’s Office Howard Cook, Executive Director, FBI National Academy Associates, Connor Rotolo, Wooster Ohio, 2021 John A. Wagner Scholarship Recipient Judy Pollard, Business Development Officer, Justice Federal Credit Union Lt. Bill Gardiner, Idaho State Police & Youth Leadership Program Coordinator
FBINAA Youth Leadership Program Scholarship Award
2021 John A. Wagner, Jr. Scholarship Awarded
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is proud to present the John A. Wagner, Jr. Youth Leadership Program Scholarship Award to 2021's recipient, Connor Rotolo.
The Foundation award is named for the late John A. Wagner, Jr., a graduate of the 116th FBINAA Session and a member of the Pennsylvania Chapter. John was elected to the Executive Board in 1994 where he was instrumental in establishing the Youth Leadership Program.
The FBINAA Youth Leadership Program is a week-long course that consists of students 14 to 16 years of age, selected for their leadership qualities. YLP Counselors select one student who demonstrates all the attributes that the Program exemplifies including leadership for the scholarship.
Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to announce that all past and present members of the FBINAA Youth Leadership Program are eligible for Justice Federal Credit Union membership.
Individuals interested in attending a future Youth Leadership Program (YLP) should contact their local FBINAA Chapter for further information, or visit https://www.fbinaa.org/FBINAA/Training/Youth_Leadership_Program.aspx.
Tyler Richards
Honoring Our Heroes
John O’Neill 2021 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Tyler Richards as the 2021 John O’Neill Scholarship Award recipient.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late John Patrick O’Neill (February 6, 1952 - September 11, 2001). Mr. O’Neill served as Special Agent in Charge at the Federal Bureau of Investigation until his retirement in 2001, when he became Head of Security at the World Trade Center. Tragically, he was killed in the September 11th terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City while selflessly coordinating evacuation efforts.
Tyler Richards is majoring in International Relations at the University of Boulder Colorado.
Sydney Shupak
Honoring Our Heroes
Judge John Howland Wood Jr 2021 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Sydney Shupak as the 2021 Judge John Howland Wood, Jr. Scholarship Award recipient.
The scholarship was established in honor of Judge John Howland Wood Jr.
Sydney Danielle Shupak is majoring in Anthropology with a concentration in Forensic Science at Baylor University.
Matthew Kwok-Fu Wong
Honoring Our Heroes
Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena 2021 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Matthew Kwok-Fu Wong as the 2021 recipient of the Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena Scholarship award.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena (July 26, 1947 - February 9, 1985). Mr. Camarena selflessly served as an undercover Drug Enforcement Administration Agent who was abducted and killed while on assignment in Mexico. Each year, Mr. Camarena’s memory and sacrifice are honored during DEA’s Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s largest drug prevention awareness program.
Matthew Kwok-Fu Wong is majoring in Computer Science at James Madison University.
Emma Mason
Honoring Our Heroes
Police Captain David Dorn 2021 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Emma Mason as the 2021 Police Captain David Dorn Scholarship Award recipient.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late Retired Police Captain David Dorn, (November 24, 1942 – June 2, 2020) who was mortally wounded during a night of violent protests in St. Louis. Captain Dorn was very dedicated to youth, especially disadvantaged youth and wanted to see them succeed. He strived to be a role model for young men and women to go into law enforcement and modeled the way.
Emma Mason is majoring in International Relations at William & Mary College.
Emily Savio
Honoring Our Heroes
John O’Neill 2020 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Emily Savio as the 2020 John O’Neill Scholarship Award recipient.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late John Patrick O’Neill (February 6, 1952 - September 11, 2001). Mr. O’Neill served as Special Agent in Charge at the Federal Bureau of Investigation until his retirement in 2001, when he became Head of Security at the World Trade Center. Tragically, he was killed in the September 11th terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City while selflessly coordinating evacuation efforts.
Emily Savio is majoring in Rehab Psychology.
John A. Kersellius
Honoring Our Heroes
Judge John Howland Wood Jr 2020 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize John Andrew Kersellius as the 2020 Judge John Howland Wood Jr Scholarship Award recipient.
The scholarship was established in honor of Judge John Howland Wood Jr.
John A. Kersellius is majoring in Law.
Jordyn Harris
Honoring Our Heroes
Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena 2020 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Jordyn Harris as the 2020 recipient of the Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena Scholarship award.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena (July 26, 1947 - February 9, 1985). Mr. Camarena selflessly served as an undercover Drug Enforcement Administration Agent who was abducted and killed while on assignment in Mexico. Each year, Mr. Camarena’s memory and sacrifice are honored during DEA’s Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s largest drug prevention awareness program.
Jordyn Harris is majoring in Criminology.
L to R: Roger Trott, V.P. JFCU Foundation, Judy Pollard, Justice Federal Business Development Officer, Lillie Knight, YLP Scholarship Recipient, Joe Hellebrand, 1st VP, Sec III, Chief Brevard County Sheriff's Office (FL), Bill Gardiner, YLP Coordinator, Major, Idaho State Police
FBINAA Youth Leadership Program Scholarship Award
2019 John A. Wagner, Jr. Scholarship Awarded
Congratulations! The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation John A. Wagner, Jr. Youth Leadership Program 2019 Scholarship Award recipient is Lillie Knight.
The Foundation award is named for the late John A. Wagner, Jr., a graduate of the 116th FBINAA Session and a member of the Pennsylvania Chapter. John was elected to the Executive Board in 1994 where he was instrumental in establishing the Youth Leadership Program.
The FBINAA Youth Leadership Program consists of high school students, 14 to 16 years of age, who are selected for their leadership qualities, academic prowess, and social skills, as well as the endorsement of their peers, teachers, and co-sponsoring FBINAA Chapter Members. The recipient is selected by the YLP Counselors as the student demonstrating all the attributes that the Program exemplifies including leadership.
Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to announce that all past and present members of the FBINAA Youth Leadership Program are eligible for Justice Federal Credit Union membership.
Individuals interested in attending a future Youth Leadership Program (YLP) should contact their local FBINAA Chapter for further information, or visit https://www.fbinaa.org/FBINAA/Training/Youth_Leadership_Program.aspx.
Diana Fernandez
Honoring Our Heroes
Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena 2019 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize Diana Fernandez as the 2019 recipient of the Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena Scholarship award.
The scholarship was established in honor of the late Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena (July 26, 1947 - February 9, 1985). Mr. Camarena selflessly served as an undercover Drug Enforcement Administration Agent who was abducted and killed while on assignment in Mexico. Each year, Mr. Camarena’s memory and sacrifice are honored during DEA’s Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s largest drug prevention awareness program.
Ms. Fernandez is seeking to major in Intelligence Analysis or Criminology with a concentration in National Security. She aspires to continue a family legacy of public service ― from her great grandfather to her father, and exemplifies the Foundation on which the Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena Scholarship was established.
I greatly appreciate being awarded the Enrique "Kiki" Camarena Scholarship. I'm so excited to commit my education and my future career to the field of public service. Thank you to the Foundation for the opportunity to use this scholarship to excel in my Criminology studies!
– Diana Fernandez
Kevin Durney
FBINAA Youth Leadership Program Scholarship Award
2018 John A. Wagner, Jr. Scholarship Awarded
Congratulations! The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation John A. Wagner, Jr. Youth Leadership Program 2018 Scholarship Award winner is Kevin Durney!
The award is named for the late John A. Wagner, Jr., a graduate of the 116th FBINAA Session and a member of the Pennsylvania Chapter. John was elected to the Executive Board in 1994 where he was instrumental in establishing the Youth Leadership Program.
The FBINAA Youth Leadership Program consists of high school students, 14 to 16 years of age, who are selected for their leadership qualities, academic prowess, and social skills, as well as the endorsement of their peers, teachers, and co-sponsoring FBINAA Chapter Members. The recipient is selected by the YLP Counselors as the student demonstrating all the attributes that the Program exemplifies including leadership.
Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to announce that all past and present members of the FBINAA Youth Leadership Program are eligible for Justice Federal Credit Union membership.
Individuals interested in attending a future Youth Leadership Program (YLP) should contact their local FBINAA Chapter for further information, or visit fbinaa.org.
Honoring Our Heroes
John O’Neill 2018 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize its first John O’Neill Scholarship Award recipient, Cynthia Cruz!
The scholarship was established in honor of the late John Patrick O’Neill (February 6, 1952 - September 11, 2001). Mr. O’Neill served as Special Agent in Charge at the Federal Bureau of Investigation until his retirement in 2001, when he became Head of Security at the World Trade Center. Tragically, he was killed in the September 11th terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City while selflessly coordinating evacuation efforts.
Ms. Cruz is currently employed as an FBI Operational Support Technician, and is pursuing her Juris Doctor degree from Taft Law School. Her hard work in school, community involvement as a volunteer Auxiliary Police Officer, and desire to be a positive role model for her 5 younger siblings truly embodies the core values of the John O’Neill Scholarship Award.
Caisha Wilkes
Honoring Our Heroes
Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena 2018 Scholarship Award
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to recognize its first Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena Scholarship recipient, Caisha Wilkes!
The scholarship was established in honor of the late Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena (July 26, 1947 - February 9, 1985). Mr. Camarena selflessly served as an undercover Drug Enforcement Administration Agent who was abducted and killed while on assignment in Mexico. Each year, Mr. Camarena’s memory and sacrifice are honored during DEA’s Red Ribbon Week, the nation’s largest drug prevention awareness program.
Ms. Wilkes is currently employed as a Security Officer with the Department of Justice, and is pursuing a Ph.D. in Forensic Psychology from Walden University. Her dedication to academic excellence, and aspirations to promote positive social change in her community, exemplify the foundation on which the Enrique S. “Kiki” Camarena Scholarship was established.
Receiving the “Enrique S. “KiKi” Camerena Scholarship” has lightened the stress of struggling to find funds to purchase books and other materials needed to succeed in school. Receiving this scholarship has really put my mind at ease by giving me more time to focus on my studies. I am extremely grateful and appreciative to be the first Foundation recipient to receive this scholarship and hope to make the family of the late Mr. Camerena, and others, proud of the service and positive social change that I will contribute to our society.
– Caisha Wilkes
FBINAA Youth Leadership Program Scholarship Award
2017 John A. Wagner, Jr. Scholarship Awarded
Congratulations! The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation John A. Wagner, Jr. Youth Leadership Program 2017 Scholarship Award winner is Nicholas Ingold!
The award is named for the late John A. Wagner, Jr., a graduate of the 116th FBINAA Session and a member of the Pennsylvania Chapter. John was elected to the Executive Board in 1994 where he was instrumental in establishing the Youth Leadership Program.
The FBINAA Youth Leadership Program consists of high school students, 14 to 16 years of age, who are selected for their leadership qualities, academic prowess, and social skills, as well as the endorsement of their peers, teachers, and co-sponsoring FBINAA Chapter Members. The recipient is selected by the YLP Counselors as the student demonstrating all the attributes that the Program exemplifies including leadership.
Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to announce that all past and present members of the FBINAA Youth Leadership Program are eligible for Justice Federal Credit Union membership.
Individuals interested in attending a future Youth Leadership Program (YLP) should contact their local FBINAA Chapter for further information, or visit fbinaa.org.
Building Futures Across the Nation
2017 Scholarship Recipients Recognized
Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation congratulates its scholarship recipients in the 2017 “Building Futures Across the Nation.”
The scholarship competition was created to encourage continuing education while reaching out to the Justice and Law Enforcement community.
Scholarships are awarded based on financial need, academic record, leadership qualities, and community involvement. Fifty percent of the funds awarded go to individuals pursuing a degree in the Field of Justice. The Scholarship Competition is open to Justice Federal Credit Union Members and their dependents. To learn more, visit www.jfcu.org/scholarship.
The students selected have demonstrated a commitment to academic excellence and to pursuing future educational opportunities. In addition, their dedication to serving their communities through participation in innovative programs that assist others is truly inspiring, and supports the Credit Union philosophy of “People Helping People.”
Congratulations and best wishes to the following 2017 scholarship recipients —
Alizah Robinson, Virginia Tech
Aretha Brooks, University of Phoenix
Tene Carr, California Southern University
In Memorial
William (Bill) H. Garvie
Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation is saddened of the loss of William (Bill) H. Garvie, 75, on Sunday, May 21, 2017. Mr. Garvie served on the Justice Federal Credit Union Board of Directors since 1985, and on the Board of Directors of the Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation.
Mr. Garvie retired from the Federal Bureau of Investigations, (FBI) as a member of the Senior Executive Service. During a long and active career, he was involved with a number of high-profile cases, including the bombing of Pan Am Flight 103 over Lockerbie, Scotland, that killed 259 people in 1988.
Mr. Garvie held a law degree, from JFK School of Government at Harvard University, and was a longtime civic leader in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, where he served as a City Councilman and Mayor Pro Tem. In addition, he was a successful business owner of Aunt Martha’s Bed and Breakfast, an Investigative Agency, and a residential construction company. He volunteered with numerous organizations including Habitat for Humanity, Shelter House, American Cancer Society and Guardian Ad Litem.
In honor and memory of Bill Garvie, the Foundation has made a $1,000 contribution to the St. Mary’s School Soccer Field Fund.
Disaster Relief Assistance Grants
Houston, South Florida, California
The Foundation's first hardship grants went to the following organizations helping their members and Justice Federal Credit Union Members with disaster relief in Houston, South Florida, California: the National Sheriffs’ Association, the FBI Agents Association and the FBI G-Man Organization – Houston, Texas.
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation provided grants of $1,000 each to the National Sheriffs’ Association, the FBI Agents Association and the FBI G-Man Organization – Houston, Texas to support relief and recovery efforts resulting from Hurricane Harvey, which brought about the worst flooding disaster in U.S. history. Widespread flooding caused catastrophic damage in Texas and along the Gulf Coast.
Grant monies were used to provide shelter, food, comfort and emergency support for individuals and families within the justice community.
The Foundation grants helped speed the recovery during the challenging weeks and months of the hurricane’s aftermath.
FBI LEEDA Insighter Magazine about Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation:
The Justice Federal Credit Union Foundation was founded to provide assistance to help build and en-hance resiliency of those who have suffered a hardship, to empower those seeking to further their education, and to improve the lives of Members and their families within the justice and law enforcement community.
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