Truliant Foundation awards two S.C. college scholarship recipients
September 23, 2026
The Truliant Foundation has announced its scholarship winners for the Fall of 2026. The recipients are first-time college students enrolled in an accredited college, community college, or university and are also members, or dependents of members, of Truliant Federal Credit Union. Two of the scholarships were awarded to South Carolina students enrolled at Clemson University.
In partnership with Carolinas Credit Union Foundation, the Truliant Foundation offers this scholarship program, which supports Truliant Federal Credit Union’s member pursuit of higher education.
“As these students begin their next chapter, we congratulate our 2026 Truliant Foundation Scholarship winners and wish them a successful year,” said Atticus Simpson, executive director of the Truliant Foundation. “We hope this investment helps them focus on their education and opens new opportunities for future success.”
Fred J. Sarda Winners (South Carolina):
- Jisele Reaves, Clemson University
- Molly Smith, Clemson University
The Truliant scholarships are named after two important people in Truliant’s history. Fred Sarda was a section chief at Western Electric and led a group of employees to form a financial co-op to benefit workers in 1952. That co-op eventually became Truliant Federal Credit Union. Clyde Padgett was chairman of Truliant’s board for 17 years. He retired from the board in 2003.
For 2027, the Truliant Foundation will replace the Sarda and Padgett scholarships with a new scholarship program designed to support Truliant members seeking workforce credentials and college degrees.
About The Truliant Foundation
Established in 2023, the Truliant Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity with a purpose to lift up and transform Truliant member communities through charitable giving, collaboration, and meaningful partnerships. The Foundation strives to be a catalyst for growth for established nonprofits seeking the support and guidance they need to flourish and spark positive change in their communities. The Foundation also provides college scholarships to Truliant members and relief funds to Truliant employees facing unforeseen personal hardships. Learn more or donate at Truliant.org/Foundation.
About Truliant Federal Credit Union
Truliant is a mission-driven, not-for-profit financial institution that improves lives by providing financial guidance and affordable financial services. Chartered in 1952, Truliant now serves 325,000+ members and has more than 38 Member Financial Centers in North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia.
