Humana Foundation Names 2026 Scholarship Recipients
Children of 18 Louisville-based employees and 80 nationwide awarded scholarships for 2026-27 school year
Humana employee Brandi Jackson-Hilts with her son Isaiah Hilts Jr., incoming University of
Scholarships provide up to
This year’s scholarship recipients were selected from a total of 581 applicants nationwide and chosen based on a combination of academic achievement, leadership ability and financial need. Applicants are eligible for the scholarship program if they are a high school senior or graduate, or a college student enrolled or planning to enroll in a full-time undergraduate course of study during the upcoming fall semester.
The Humana Foundation’s scholarship program is also now in its fourth year of expanded eligibility for applicants attending accredited vocational and technical schools in
In addition to this year’s 80 new scholarship winners, 174 students renewed their scholarship from the 2025 academic year.
“Supporting our employees means supporting their families, too,” said Jim Rechtin, President and CEO of Humana and Director of the Humana Foundation. “We’re proud to help these students pursue their goals and take the next step toward their future.”
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Emma-Marie Glockler, University of
Louisville -
Chloe Groemling, University of
Tennessee ,Knoxville - Maxwell Hasenour, Purdue University
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Paige Littrell, University of
Kentucky -
Lydia Moran, University of
Kentucky -
Ella Pace, University of
Louisville - Lauren Peters, Indiana University Bloomington
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Nora Priddy, University of
Louisville -
Shanmuga Leelanath Rajamahendram, University of
Louisville - Taylor Robinette, Indiana University Southeast
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Aliyah Robinson, University of
Louisville - Julie Robinson, Hannibal-LaGrange University
- Rylan Schrink, Indiana University Bloomington
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Camryn Sears,
Hanover College - Owen Wells, Purdue University
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Christian White,
Western Kentucky University -
Victoria Wimberly,
Hampton University -
Preston Wrubel, University of
Louisville
“We’re proud to support these students as they pursue their educational goals and the opportunities ahead of them,” said Tiffany Benjamin, CEO of the Humana Foundation. “Their determination and potential inspire us, and we’re excited to see the impact they will make in their communities.”
Since 2001, the Humana Foundation has awarded more than
Brandi Jackson-Hilts, a Senior Provider Engagement Professional for Humana’s Healthy Resolutions team in
“My family and I are truly grateful for the opportunity to receive this scholarship,” said Brandi. “It has helped ease some of the financial burden on our family, especially with having two students in college at the same time, which can be financially challenging. This will support Isaiah as he works toward completing his college degree and continuing to build a strong foundation for his future.”
About the Humana Foundation
The Humana Foundation was established in 1981 as the philanthropic arm of Humana Inc. and is focused on health equity, working to eliminate unjust, avoidable and unnecessary barriers in health and healthcare. The Foundation fosters evidence-based collaborations and investments that help people in underserved communities live connected, healthy lives. As a steward of good health, the Foundation creates healthy emotional connections for people and communities and is shaping a healthier approach to nutrition to support lifelong well-being. For more information, visit humanafoundation.org
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Marvin Hill
Humana Corporate Communications
502-580-3950
mhill1@humana.com
Source: Humana Inc.