As a partner to South Dakota’s small businesses, First District Development Company invests in economic development activities other than lending. This year FDDC offered five – $1,000 scholarships to students pursuing a post-secondary degree in a business/finance related field. Student applicants were evaluated based on their academic achievements, character references, a written essay, and involvement in community, school, extra-curricular, volunteer, work, and special interest activities.
Congratulations to these award winners who are being recognized for their hard work and determination! FDDC wishes them continued success in their future careers.
2021 FDDC Scholarship Recipients:
Morgan Edelman, Menno High School, pursuing a degree in Business Accounting at Dakota Wesleyan University
Madison Hulscher, Wilmot High School, pursuing a degree in Business Economics at South Dakota State University
Macy Kneebone, Flandreau High School, pursuing a degree in Business Administration at Black Hills State University
Sydney Maynard, Hitchcock-Tulare H.S., pursuing a degree Business Economics at South Dakota State University
Seth Peterson, Canton High School, pursuing a degree in Business Administration at South Dakota State University