The program was created to help teachers enhance their classrooms through new technology, supplies, and creative projects that benefit students. Photo courtesy of iStock

VACAVILLE, CA (MPG) - Travis Credit Union (TCU) announced Dec. 18 the inaugural winners of its Teacher Grant Program, a first-ever initiative providing five $1,000 grants to K–12 educators across Northern California. The program was created to help teachers enhance classroom learning through new supplies, technology and creative projects that directly benefit students.

The five winning educators, selected from dozens of applications representing schools across Travis Credit Union’s 12-county service area, were chosen for their demonstrated commitment to student success. 

“This grant program is our way of saying thank you and ensuring educators have the resources they need to inspire the next generation.” said Kevin Miller, president and chief executive officer at Travis Credit Union. 

The 2025 Teacher Grant Recipients are as follows. Adam Boisvert Richmond High School, Richmond; Alicia Salomon, Rodriguez High School, Fairfield; Jakeb Stanley, Dozier-Libbey Medical High School, Antioch; Jennifer Beermann, Korematsu Elementary School, Davis; Natalie Hart, Bethany Lutheran School, Vacaville.

Natalie Hart of Bethany Lutheran School shared that the grant will empower her 5th and 6th grade students to create blessing baskets for first responders and individuals experiencing homelessness.

“Through this project, students will have the joy of giving and learn the importance of serving others. We are so thankful for TCU’s support, as this opportunity allows my students to make a real difference while growing in compassion and faith,” said Hart. 

At Rodriguez High School, recipient Alicia Salomon plans to use the funds to support a series of hands-on, community-focused art and literacy projects. Her students will paint the school’s golf carts, illustrate and write children's stories to share with elementary students at Oakbrook, and paint a mural in Suisun City. Alicia expressed her deep gratitude to Travis Credit Union for investing back into the community.

“Thank you, Travis Credit Union, for choosing me as a recipient of the Teacher Grant!” said Rodriguez. “We are deeply touched and grateful for TCU investing back into the community.”

The Teacher Grant Program builds on Travis Credit Union’s long history of educational outreach, including the Generation Wealth financial education initiative which has reached more than 13,000 students since 2009, and the Community Impact Scholarship Program which has awarded nearly $700,000 to over 400 students since 2004. These initiatives reflect the credit union’s belief that strong schools help create strong communities. 

Travis Credit Union, based in Vacaville, California, has been recognized at the federal, state and local levels for its longstanding financial education and financial advocacy efforts. TCU was named as a Best Regional Credit Union by Newsweek in 2025 and 2026. It has also been selected as a Best-In-State Credit Union by Forbes and earned the U.S. Air Force Distinguished Credit Union of the Year award for eight years. Founded in 1951 on Travis Air Force Base, TCU today serves 12 Northern California counties. It is the twelfth largest credit union in California, with 250,000 members and $5 billion in assets. Learn more about our mission at traviscu.org.