When a Community Invests, Futures Grow

In our corner of New Mexico, we’ve always believed that strong communities are built, neighbor by neighbor, opportunity by opportunity. At PVT, investing in local students is one of the ways we help ensure our communities stay connected today and thrive tomorrow.

That’s why our scholarship program means so much to us. We believe in the potential of the students who will one day bring their skills, ideas, and leadership back home.

Celebrating This Year’s PVT Scholarship Awardees

We’re proud to congratulate this year’s outstanding PVT Scholarship recipients. Each of these students has shown dedication, ambition, a commitment to their future, and to the communities that helped shape them.

Please join us in celebrating:

  • Clay Kincaid – A graduating high school senior from the Hope exchange, Clay plans to attend the Colorado School of Mines.
  • Garrett Gutierrez – From the Mayhill exchange, Garrett will continue his education at New Mexico State University.
  • Melissa Hibbard – A Mayhill exchange graduate heading to Eastern New Mexico University – Roswell.
  • Jason Malone – Representing the Lakewood exchange, Jason plans to attend Midland College.
  • Zachary Sedillos – A Hope exchange graduate bound for the University of Oklahoma.
  • Felicity Padilla – From the Cottonwood exchange, Felicity will attend New Mexico State University.
  • Taylor Salter – A Lakewood exchange graduate also continuing her journey at New Mexico State University.

Each of these students represents the very best of our rural communities. They are hard‑working, hopeful, and ready for what’s next. We’re honored to be a small part of their journey.

This Is What Community Support Looks Like

These scholarships exist because neighbors help neighbors. Through the PVT Scholarship Round‑Up Program, members can opt in to round up their monthly bill to the nearest dollar, and that spare change turns into real opportunity for local students. It’s a simple idea that makes a lasting difference.

Two Ways You Can Be Part of What’s Next

🎓 Students:
If you’re a student thinking about college, university, or technical training, keep us on your radar. If you qualify, plan to apply for a PVT scholarship next year—we’d love to cheer you on.

💙 Community Members:
Want to help grow this program? Enroll in the Scholarship Round‑Up Program by calling one of our friendly Customer Experience Representatives. Just a few cents a month helps increase scholarship funds and invest directly in our community’s future.

We’re local. We’re your cooperative. And together, we’re helping the next generation stay connected—to education, opportunity, and home.