FDDC Awards Scholarships

As a partner to South Dakota’s small businesses, First District Development Company invests in economic development activities other than direct 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, religious, volunteer, 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.


2018 FDDC Scholarship Recipients:

Cassandra Hinz, Frederick High School, pursuing a degree in Financial Services at Lake Area Technical Institute

Makayla DeDeyne, DeSmet High School, pursuing a degree in Economics at South Dakota State University

Nick Hanson, Mitchell High School, pursuing a degree in Business at the University of South Dakota

Trew DeJong, Philip High School, pursuing a degree in Business Economics at South Dakota State University

Scott Sampson, Arlington High School, pursuing a degree in Accounting at Dakota State University