ConnexCares 2026 Scholarship Program Recipients Include East Haven Student

EAST HAVEN, CT — ConnexCares, the charitable foundation of Connex, is pleased to announce the recipients of its 2026 Scholarship Program.

This year, ConnexCares awarded $30,000 in scholarship funds to 15 outstanding students in recognition of their academic achievement, dedication to serving their communities, and commitment to pursuing their educational goals.

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Among those 15 is an East Haven student, Sebastian Torres, who was awarded a $2,000 merit scholarship.

The ConnexCares Scholarship program reflects the ongoing commitment to investing in future generations by helping student members pursue higher education. Through this investment, ConnexCares aims to ease the financial burden of education while empowering students to achieve their goals and continue making a difference in their communities.

ConnexCares awards scholarships annually and will begin accepting applications again in January 2027 for the next school year. To be eligible, a student or immediate family member must be a member of Connex in good standing as of December 31, 2026. To learn more about the scholarship program, please visit connexcu.org or call 1-800-CR-UNION.