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Nominate a Teacher by Jan. 15 for Citadel's $100,000 Awards

Exton – November 06, 2026 -- Students, parents and colleagues in southeastern Pennsylvania can nominate a teacher for the 2026-27 Citadel Heart of Learning Awards until January 15, 2027. Citadel Credit Union will recognize more than 35 educators and provide $100,000 in personal awards and school grants.

Every winner gets cash, a school grant and a glass heart

Each recipient receives a personal monetary award, a grant for their school and Citadel's signature glass heart award. Winners will be surprised and recognized during spring celebrations.

Nominations are open to students, parents, fellow educators, school administrators and community members. The program covers public and private schools in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Lancaster, Montgomery and Philadelphia counties, plus adjacent communities in southeastern Pennsylvania.