The Peach State Federal Credit Union C.A.R.E.S. Foundation has announced recipients of its 2025 Scholarship Program. This year, the C.A.R.E.S. Foundation awarded $277,000 in scholarships and educational grants to outstanding high school students, professionals seeking career advancement, and educational organizations throughout Georgia and South Carolina. These scholarships reflect Peach State’s ongoing commitment to education, community development, and empowering the next generation of leaders.
Ryan Hawk, Peach State’s Executive Director of Business Development and Community Outreach and foundation president says: “We’re honored to support these exceptional students. Each one represents the bright future of our communities, and we’re proud to help them take the next step in their education.”
The student scholarships reflects the credit unions’ deep appreciation for our local school systems and community leaders. Among them in Gwinnett County are:
- Thuy Dao, Gwinnett County Career Advancement Scholarship
- Drew Miles, Gwinnett County, Career Advancement Scholarship
- Angela Richardson, Gwinnett County, Career Advancement Scholarship
- Kea Williams, Gwinnett County, Career Advancement Scholarship
- Catherine Carmichael, Mill Creek High School | Dr. Frances Davis Student Scholarship
- Reagan Chizek, Loganville High School | Gary Hobbs Student Scholarship
- Giancarlo Galue, Collins Hill High School | Legacy Student Scholarship
- Aidan Russell, Apalachee High School | Dan Cromer Student Scholarship
- Addison Thomas, Brookwood High School | Rick Cost Student Scholarship
In addition, the Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation supports the following local organizations with scholarships and educational grants:
- Georgia Gwinnett College Foundation
- Gwinnett County Public Schools Foundation
- Gwinnett Technical College Foundation
The Annual Scholarship Program honors the lasting legacy of the credit union’s past and present board members and employees, while celebrating the lifetime achievements of numerous distinguished leaders in local school systems and communities who have shaped the future through their service. Since the program’s inception in 2002, over $2.7 million dollars in scholarships and grants have been awarded to students and educational programs across Georgia and South Carolina. To learn more about Peach State’s Scholarship Program, visit peachstatefcu.org/scholarships.
Peachtree Corners gains Czech Republic consulate
March was a busy month for the Czech representation in Atlanta. Shortly after officially moving the Consulate’s office from Sandy Springs to Atlanta Tech Park in Peachtree Corners, Monika Vintrlikova, the Honorary Consul welcomed a delegation of 14 Czech companies and startups to celebrate the opening o, the incubator. Her goal is to bring between five and ten Czech companies and lead them through the program to facilitate their landing in the United States.
Later that month, helped by the economic development team of Peachtree Corners and Partnership Gwinnett, she welcomed Martin Kupka, minister of transport, along with an impressive delegation of 42 companies. They learned about the most recent autonomous vehicles service launches in the city by May Mobility.
Partnership recognizes Movers and Makers winners
Winners have been announced for the 14th annual Movers and Makers awards, sponsored by Partnership Gwinnett. TRC Talent Solutions of Peachtree Corners, a staffing company, was named the most valuable provider. Cole Porter of Porter Steel of Lilburn was named the winner of the Corporate Citizen award.
The event recognized outstanding achievements through five more award categories:
Supply Chain Pioneer Award (2 categories):
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- Small Business (1–39 employees) – Souto Foods of Norcross;
- Large Business (40+ employees) – McKesson Corporation, with offices in Duluth, Suwanee and Norcross.
Manufacturer of the Year Award (3 categories)
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- Small Business (1–39 employees) – ULTRAVIEW Archery, Norcross;
- Medium Business (40–99 employees) – beMatrix, Norcross; and
- Large Business (100+ employees) – Viasat, Duluth.
Industries in Gwinnett County, with more than 4,700 companies and 80,000 employees contribute to the region’s economic strength. For more information about Partnership Gwinnett and its economic development initiatives, visit PartnershipGwinnett.com
Andrew Hickey, director of Economic Development at Partnership Gwinnett points out: “Our manufacturers and supply chain partners don’t just drive business, they create jobs, invest in people, and shape the future of Gwinnett’s workforce.”
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