At Lumbee River EMC, supporting the next generation of leaders is part of our commitment to the communities we serve. Each year, we are proud to recognize outstanding students through our scholarship program and the Washington Youth Tour—opportunities designed to encourage academic achievement, leadership, and community involvement.
Lumbee River EMC recently hosted the 2026 Scholarship & Youth Tour Awards Luncheon at the Lumbee River EMC Headquarters Building in Pembroke to recognize this year’s recipients and celebrate their accomplishments.
This year, we were honored to recognize the following scholarship recipients:
2026 Scholarship Recipients
Thomas Wade Bethea Scholarship
Aaron Sanders, Hoke High School
Lucy Smith Scholarship
Ellie Kim, Jack Britt High School
Elias Rogers Scholarship
Tessa Stubin, Jack Britt High School
John S. O’Briant Scholarship
David Hicks, Pine Forest High School
J.W. Hunt Scholarship
Jacobi Simmons, SandHoke Early College High School
J. McN. Gillis Scholarship
Parker Chavis, Fairmont High School
Madie Rae Locklear Scholarship
Everlie Brayboy, Purnell Swett High School
We also proudly recognized our 2026 Washington Youth Tour representatives: Joanna Lee, Jack Britt High School and Christopher Walters, SandHoke Early College High School. The Washington Youth Tour provides students with the opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C., where they learn more about leadership, government, and the cooperative difference while connecting with students from across the country.
We congratulate all these students on their accomplishments and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in the future. Their dedication, leadership, and hard work continue to inspire our communities and reflect the bright future ahead for our region.
Lumbee River EMC Scholarships
Lumbee River EMC created a scholarship program to help students continue their education. Since the program began, LREMC has invested over $1,000,000 in scholarships to support students in our community.
More news from Lumbee River EMC
Understanding Your Cooling System and Summer Electric Bills
Recognizing Student Excellence Across Our Communities
More Than Internet, Connecting What Matters Most
