Education is one of the most meaningful investments we can make in the future. Through scholarship partnerships with the National Guard Association of the United States (NGAUS) and the Enlisted Association of the National Guard of the United States (EANGUS), AFBA proudly supports students who demonstrate academic excellence, leadership, and a commitment to service.
Celebrating the 2026 AFBA-NGAUS Scholarship Recipients
AFBA congratulates Derek McKinney and Leigh Rath, recipients of the 2026 AFBA-NGAUS Scholarships. Selected from nearly 190 applicants, these students exemplify the values of leadership, resilience, and service that strengthen the National Guard community. NGAUS published detailed profiles highlighting their personal stories, educational goals, and the experiences that have shaped their aspirations.
Read their full stories on the NGAUS website:
View the 2026 AFBA-NGAUS Scholarship Winners Announcement
Celebrating the Inaugural AFBA-EANGUS Scholarship Recipient
AFBA is also proud to recognize Logan Church, the inaugural recipient of the $10,000 AFBA-EANGUS Scholarship.
Logan attends UNC Charlotte, where he is pursuing a degree in Mechanical Engineering. The son of retired North Carolina National Guard Soldier SFC Scotty Church, Logan has distinguished himself through academic achievement and leadership. He is also a recipient of a scholarship from the Tarheel Minuteman Foundation.
As the first recipient of the AFBA-EANGUS Scholarship, Logan represents the promise and potential that AFBA seeks to support through its commitment to military families and educational advancement.
Investing in Future Leaders
Supporting education is one of the many ways AFBA fulfills its mission of serving those who serve. Through partnerships with NGAUS and EANGUS, AFBA helps create opportunities for students to pursue their ambitions, achieve their goals, and build brighter futures.
We congratulate all scholarship recipients and look forward to seeing the impact they make in their communities, professions, and beyond.