MOLINE, IL (June 4, 2026) – IHMVCU has awarded $30,000 in scholarships to 13 deserving members through its 2026 Cash for Class Scholarship program, helping support their educational and career goals.
 
In partnership with the Dream Educational Foundation (DEF), IHMVCU has provided scholarships to local undergraduate, graduate, and vocational/technical students who excel in the classroom and give back to their communities.
 
Throughout May, IHMVCU has been celebrating the winners on social media. One scholarship recipient received an unforgettable surprise this year. Kodilynn Kurrle of Colona, Ill., arrived at IHMVCU's headquarters expecting a routine meeting regarding her account. Instead, she was welcomed by family, IHMVCU team members, and a giant check announcing she had been awarded the program's top scholarship prize of $10,000. The celebration can be viewed on YouTube.
 
Since 1999, IHMVCU has invested more than $400,000 in scholarships, helping more than 300 students pursue their educational goals and build brighter futures.
 
“Every year, we're inspired by the incredible students who apply for our Cash for Class scholarships,” said Brian Laufenberg, President & CEO of IHMVCU.
 
“These recipients are not only investing in their own futures, but they’re also making a difference in their schools, workplaces, and communities. Supporting their educational journeys is one of the most meaningful ways we can live out our commitment to people helping people, and we're honored to play a small role in helping them achieve what's next.”
 
Interested in speaking with a recipient? Please reach out to Steph Carmichael so IHMVCU can facilitate an interview.
 
2026 IHMVCU Cash for Class Scholarship recipients:
 
$10,000:

• Kodilynn Kurrle, Colona, Ill., will study Cybersecurity at Bradley University

$5,000:

• Lydia Haines, Bettendorf, Iowa, will study Speech and Hearing Science at The University of Iowa

• Catherine Smith, Port Byron, Ill., will study Kinesiology (with an emphasis in Pre-Physician Assistant) at Iowa State University

 $1,000:

• Peyton Shields, Bettendorf, Iowa, will study Biology (with an emphasis in Genetics and Biotechnology) at The University of Iowa

• Sophia Kelley, Coal Valley, Ill., will be studying Management at Illinois State University

• Jacie Hinton, Kewanee, Ill., is studying Sports Communication and Public Relations at Illinois State University

• Zolimar Garcia, East Moline, Ill., will be studying Music Performance at The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

• Alice Greene, Galesburg, Ill., will be studying Audio Arts at Columbia College – Chicago

• Madison Hilgenberg, Knoxville, Ill., is studying Elementary Education at Eastern Illinois University

• Jadyn Weiser, Davenport, Iowa, is studying English and Creative Writing at The University of Iowa

• Robert Majchrzak, LeClaire, Iowa, will be studying Exercise Science at The University of Iowa

• Molly Hawk, Andalusia, Ill., will be studying Nursing at Florida Gulf Coast University

• Angel Perez Hernandez, Des Moines, Iowa, will study Global Management & International Relations at Simpson College

 
About IHMVCU
IHMVCU is over 145,000 members strong and has $2B in assets, making us one of the largest credit unions in the Quad Cities region. Our growth is a direct result of the trust our members place in us and the advantages we provide to them. For more information, visit IHMVCU.org.
 
About Dream Educational Foundation
The Dream Educational Foundation envisions a community where those with the need and the drive to help the credit union movement grow have the opportunity to reach their full potential. The Foundation opens doors to higher education through scholarships for credit union professionals in the communities they serve. For more information or to donate, visit http://www.thedreameducation.org.