EXTON, PA — Citadel Credit Union has officially begun the nomination period for its Citadel Heart of Learning Awards, a program now in its 24th year. The awards honor exceptional teachers in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery, and Philadelphia counties who go above and beyond for their students. Nominations will remain open through January 15, 2025.
Community members are encouraged to nominate teachers through an online form available at CitadelBanking.com/Nominate. Citadel is also accepting video submissions on social media platforms, including TikTok, Instagram, and Facebook, by tagging @citadelcreditunion or @CitadelBanking and using the hashtag #CitadelHeartofLearning. Posters with QR codes linking to the nomination form will also be distributed to schools.
Winners will be announced in May 2025. More than $80,000 in grants and awards will be distributed, along with heart-shaped, glass-blown trophies. Each of the six grand prize winners will also secure $5,000 for their school. Since the program’s creation, Citadel has awarded over $500,000 in grants to local teachers, helping provide classroom resources to support student learning and engagement.
“Recognizing and celebrating educators who make a difference in the lives of young people throughout the Greater Philadelphia area is an honor to all of us at Citadel,” said Bill Brown, President & CEO of Citadel Credit Union. “Citadel’s commitment to education aligns well with our responsibility of helping to improve the financial well-being of those in our community, and we are thrilled and humbled to give back to these impactful individuals year after year.”
The Citadel Heart of Learning Awards were established in collaboration with the Chester County Intermediate Unit and remain one of Citadel’s longest-running initiatives. To date, more than 400 teachers have been recognized from thousands of nominations submitted annually.
The awards program is part of the Citadel Cares initiative, which supports communities through financial contributions and volunteer work. Guided by pillars including financial literacy, education, community development, and health and wellness, Citadel aims to leave a lasting impact on the Greater Philadelphia region.
For eligibility details or to submit a nomination, visit CitadelBanking.com/Nominate.
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