Business Social – September 10, 2025
The JDF Co-operative Credit Union (JDFCCU) awarded over $2.3 million in scholarships to 49 students on August 29, 2025, at the Caribbean Military Academy, Up Park Camp. For the first time, the ceremony was held before the academic year to help ease financial burdens on families. Scholarships were granted in primary and secondary categories, with additional recognition for 16 members who received backpacks for strong academic performance.
JDFCCU President Lt Col Maxwell Gordon called the scholarships an investment in Jamaica’s future, while Marketing Officer Jhenelle Trowers said the early awards provide financial relief and motivation to students. The programme supports children of credit union members with good financial standing and consistent savings, reinforcing the union’s commitment to youth empowerment and educational equity.
JDF Co-op Credit Union 1st Vice-President WO2 Shelroy Johnson presents the Top CSEC/CXC Girl trophy to Asia’h Duckie.
JDF Co-op Credit Union General Manager Acting Tahnee Pierce presents the General Manager’s Award to the top CSEC student Daniel Henry.
JDF Co-op Credit Union members who excelled during the 2024–2025 academic year proudly received backpacks in recognition of their outstanding performances.
Miss Kingston & St Andrew Festival Queen Brithney Clarke (centre) shares a light moment with a few of the JDF Co-op Credit Union Scholarship Awardees.
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JDF Co-op Credit Union President Lt Col Maxwell Gordon presents the President’s Award to the Top CAPE student Kalea Henry.
JDF Co-op Credit Union 1st Vice-President WO2 Shelroy Johnson presents the Top CSEC/CXC Boy trophy to Daneil Henry.
JDF Co-op Credit Union 1st Vice-President WO2 Shelroy Johnson presents the Top CAPE Girl trophy to Kalea Henry.
