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People Helping People Award

MIT Federal Credit Union is proud to offer annual awards in support of our members who are dedicated to bettering their community.

People Helping People Award

MIT Federal Credit Union awards the People Helping People award annually. The recipient is a member of both the MIT and MIT FCU communities and shows commitment to bettering their communities.

Application opens January 5th, 2026.

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Application opens January 5th, 2026.

The People Helping People Award is an annual recognition given to a member of the MIT and MIT Federal Credit Union (MIT FCU) communities who demonstrates exceptional compassion, enduring commitment to helping others, and a profound sense of social justice. The award includes a monetary prize of $2,500 for the recipient, as well as a $2,500 donation to a charity chosen by the winner.

 

Eligibility

Any member of the MIT community is invited to nominate another individual from within the MIT community who is also a member of MIT FCU. Nominator must complete the nomination form and the below questions.

Application must be received by 4:00 PM on March 13th, 2026.

 

Selection Process

The MIT FCU Awards Selection Committee will select the winner based on the above criteria. Winners will be notified by March 31st, 2026. An awards presentation will take place at our Annual Meeting in April 2026.

Terms & conditions apply and are listed on the nomination form.

Past Award Recipients

2025 People Helping People Award Winner

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Daniel received this award for his enduring commitment to combating food insecurity and supporting kids with disabilities. Daniel has selected Exceptional Citizens Week as the charitable donation recipient, which provides a true summer camp experience for young people and adults with a wide range of special needs.

2024 People Helping People Award Winner 

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Lashauna received this award for her commitment to helping others and sense of social justice through her work in the MIT community. Lashauna has selected EMPath (Economic Mobility Pathways) as the recipient of the charitable donation.