Exchange Bank announced Caden Loyd as the recipient of its 2025 Baldwin County area scholarship. Loyd, a graduating senior of Georgia Military College Preparatory School, was honored with the $1,500 scholarship by Exchange Bank President and CEO John Childs during GMC’s recent Senior Honors Night.
Loyd demonstrated an outstanding commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and community service. He is a National Honor Society member, a C.A.S.E. Scholar at Mercer University, and a recipient of the Gilder Lehrman Award for excellence in history.
Beyond the classroom, Loyd serves as the president of the GMC Honor Council and holds a leadership role within GMC’s JROTC battalion as executive officer. He has dedicated over 400 hours to volunteer service, contributing to efforts such as building wheelchair ramps, supporting local churches, and working with the Watson-Brown Junior Board of Trustees.
“At Exchange Bank, we believe in investing in the next generation of leaders, and Caden Loyd exemplifies the values we hold dear—integrity, service, and a commitment to excellence. It was an honor to present this scholarship and recognize a young man whose future is as promising as his character is strong,” said Childs.
Loyd plans to attend Mercer University this fall, majoring in kinesiology and religious studies, with a goal of becoming a physical therapist. His dedication to serving others reflects Exchange Bank’s commitment to supporting young leaders in our community.
Exchange Bank awards four $1,500 scholarships annually to students across its service area to help support their pursuit of higher education. To learn more about Exchange Bank’s community involvement, visit exch.bank.
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