CINCINNATI, June 24, 2026–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Fifth Third Foundation has made education programs a top priority since its founding in 1948. To honor students with high achievements, Fifth Third established its Scholarship Program. These one-time $2,500 scholarships are awarded annually to children of Fifth Third employees for educational purposes at college or university. This year’s scholarships total $62,500. Nearly 500 students have been recognized since 2005.
“At the Fifth Third Foundation, we know that access to higher education can transform futures and create economic mobility,” said Kala Gibson, chief corporate responsibility officer for Fifth Third. “That’s why we remain dedicated to empowering our employees’ families and helping the next generation grow, learn, and thrive in their personal and professional goals.”
Chosen and administered by the National Merit Scholarship Corp., the Fifth Third Scholarship Program recognizes the academic achievements of the following students, listed with their employee parent or parents and their work location:
Jaidyn Freyn-Angel, Child of Fawn N. Angel, Holiday, Florida
Cooper L. Bencurik, Child of William J. Bencurik, Cincinnati, Ohio
Katherine Rose Bender, Child of David L. Bender, Cincinnati, Ohio
Sarah Bidleman, Child of Beth M. Bidleman, Cincinnati, Ohio
Emily Braun, Child of Eric R. Braun, Cincinnati, Ohio
Colin Davey, Child of Julie M. Davey, Cincinnati, Ohio
Alexa Gola, Child of Jason Gola, Chicago, Illinois
Anamitra Gotike, Child of Basamma B. Reddy, Cincinnati, Ohio
Lydia Hiller, Child of Jason C. Hiller, Cincinnati, Ohio
Alyssa S. Jamoom, Child of Joseph A. Jamoom, Orlando, Florida
Rebecca L. Jetton, Child of Casey A. Jetton, Lexington, Kentucky
Sanvi Jha, Child of Rashmi Kiran, Cincinnati, Ohio
Leah N. Kalan, Child of Kristin M. Kalan, Westerville, Ohio
Megan E. Klimowski, Child of John C. Klimowski, Evergreen Park, Illinois
Meredith Kojetin, Child of Erica Kojetin, Nashville, Tennessee
Rylan Litchfield, Child of Tyler D. Litchfield, Cincinnati, Ohio
Paige N. Logan, Child of Audrey Logan, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Paxton J. Merz, Child of James A. Merz, Cincinnati, Ohio
Reilly Meyer, Child of Justin J. Meyer, Cincinnati, Ohio
Varsha Mohan, Child of Brindhaselvi Lokanathan, Cincinnati, Ohio
Daniel Peterson, Child of Kimberly A. Peterson, Clarendon Hills, Illinois
Julia Sun, Child of Jinghua Cao, Deerfield, Illinois
Alyssa A. Uhlman, Child of Todd M. Uhlman, Cincinnati, Ohio
Hannah Wang, Child of Suxing Zeng, Cincinnati, Ohio
The National Merit Scholarship Corp. is an independent nonprofit organization. The National Merit Scholarship Program was designed to identify and honor exceptionally able high school students, and to provide a system of services for corporations, foundations and other organizations that wish to sponsor college undergraduate scholarships to students who interest them. All aspects of the selection of winners and the administration of their awards are handled by the NMSC.
About the Fifth Third Foundation
Established in 1948, the Fifth Third Foundation was one of the first charitable foundations created by a financial institution. The Fifth Third Foundation supports worthy causes in the areas of health and human services, education, community development and the arts in the states where Fifth Third Bank operates.
Fifth Third is a bank that’s as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we’ve been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. Our list of firsts is extensive, and it’s one that continues to expand as we explore the intersection of tech-driven innovation, dedicated people and focused community impact. Following the completion of its merger with Comerica in February 2026, Fifth Third is the ninth-largest bank in the United States, with approximately $294 billion in assets and operations spanning 15 states. Fifth Third is one of the few U.S.-based banks to have been named among Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® for several years. With a commitment to taking care of our customers, employees, communities and shareholders, our goal is to be the one bank people most value and trust.
Fifth Third Bank, National Association is a federally chartered institution. Fifth Third Bancorp is the indirect parent company of Fifth Third Bank, and its common stock is traded on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “FITB.” Investor information and press releases can be viewed at www.53.com. Deposit and credit products provided by Fifth Third Bank, National Association. Member FDIC.
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