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COMMUNITY CHOICE FOUNDATION

Congratulations to our 2025 scholarship recipients! These deserving scholars represent Michigan’s best and brightest in three distinct categories: graduating high school seniors, and those pursuing continuing education and skilled trades programs.

Meet Julianna Gatza, one of 26 students awarded a Community Choice Foundation scholarship for her resilience, leadership, and commitment to Giving Big.

Julianna has already touched countless lives through service, from leading youth initiatives that awarded thousands of dollars in community grants to organizing events that bring hope and awareness. Her perseverance and heart show the power of turning challenges into purpose, making her a shining Voice of Tomorrow.

And, meet the rest of our scholars by clicking on their pictures below!

Julianna Gatza - winner of 2025 Community Choice Foundation Scholarship

Among 1,500+ applications, these 26 scholars stood out. Their stories of perseverance and hard work are inspiring, and they all have a bright future here in Michigan.

Every scholar is committed to keeping their skills and future in Michigan. Whether it’s through an undergraduate university, or continuing education and skilled trades programs, all 26 scholars are committed to building up their local community. 

Our sponsors

Thank you to all who have supported the scholarship program! We especially want to thank and recognize those donors between $500-$5,000.

Foundation sponsors are story-fi, poterucha family foundation, livonia's spree, ludwigsen family, crm next, and my mark foundation