Education Foundation

Since 2002, the Insurance Council of Texas (ICT) and the ICT Education Foundation have been helping shape the future of the insurance industry by providing scholarships and educational funding to Texas university students. Since then, we’ve awarded over $1.6 million to students pursuing careers in insurance and for academic funding to our partner universities.

In 2007, ICT launched the ICT Education Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, to oversee and grow this important scholarship program. Our goal has always been to support the next generation of insurance professionals.

What makes us unique?

100% of all donations go directly to scholarships and various funding for the participating schools. Every dollar you give directly helps students succeed and fuels the future of our industry.

Support the next generation of insurance professionals today!

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Mission Statement

The mission of the ICT Education Foundation is to promote career opportunities in the Property and Casualty insurance industry, through scholarships and other financial support, for university students enrolled in risk management and insurance programs at participating Texas universities.

"Supporting the ICT Education Foundation is a profound honor for me. I have immense respect for the professors at our universities who dedicate themselves to nurturing the next generation of insurance professionals. Their commitment, combined with the brilliance, innovation, and inspiration of our students, is exactly what our industry needs. These students are not just the future—they are the bright, innovative minds who will lead us forward. By investing in their education and development, we are not only securing the future of our industry but also empowering these young leaders to achieve their dreams. I invite you to join me in supporting this important cause. Together, we can make a significant impact and open doors for the next generation."

John Henle

President, Berkley Southwest

President, ICT Education Foundation Board of Trustees

2025 Education Foundation Impact Report

On behalf of the ICT Education Foundation Board of Trustees and staff, we invite you to explore the 2025 ICT Education Foundation Impact Report. This report highlights the incredible achievements of students and professors at our partner universities, as well as the significant milestones we reached in 2025. We hope you’ll take a moment to see the lasting impact of our efforts and the progress we’re making together.

READ THE REPORT

ICT Education Foundation Awards $67,500 in Scholarships

Congratulations to the outstanding students selected as recipients of the 2025 ICT Education Foundation scholarships! These students have shown exceptional academic achievement, impressive accomplishments, and a strong passion for the property and casualty insurance industry.

In 2025, the foundation was excited to award $67,500 to students pursuing careers in insurance. The Foundation awarded five $5,000 scholarships, seven $2,500 scholarships, and twenty-five $1,000 scholarships. Since 2002, we have awarded nearly $1.2 million in scholarships to over 800 students from twelve Texas universities. Many past recipients have gone on to achieve great success in the insurance industry, and we can't wait to see the future accomplishments of this year’s recipients.

2025 Scholarship Recipients

Congratulations to all the scholarship winners! Your dedication and commitment to learning are truly inspiring, and we look forward to the positive impact you'll make in your academic journeys and beyond.

Sara Acevedo - University of Houston - Downtown Campus

Kaitlyn Adamson - University of North Texas

Aminat Alaka - University of North Texas

Amaris Alvarez - St. Mary's University

Soha Arian - University of Texas - Dallas

Matthew Bidwell - University of Texas - Dallas

Carson Bindseil - St. Mary's University

Jennifer Calandra - University of Houston - Downtown Campus

Katie Cerda - St. Mary's University

Jannely Chavez - St. Mary's University

Vlad Chiorescu - St. Mary's University

Folarin Duyilemi - University of North Texas

Jeena Faizi - University of Houston - Main Campus

Stephen Garcia - St. Mary's University

Riley Gibson - St. Mary's University

Jose Gutierrez - St. Mary's University

Chad Harrell - University of Houston - Downtown Campus

Caleb Jenkins - Baylor University

Prashanna Kharel - University of North Texas

Yaseen Khatri - University of Houston - Main Campus

Minh Le - University of Houston - Downtown Campus

Angelica Ledezma - St. Mary's University

Jenna Lee - St. Mary's University

Abdullah Mohammad Mahi - St. Mary's University

Isabella Martinez - St. Mary's University

Arturo Martinez Polanco - St. Mary's University

Rhett Medling - Baylor University

Jordyn Porter - University of North Texas

Ashley Ring - Baylor University

Roland Rojas - St. Mary's University

Skilee Soto - St. Mary's University

John Thurbin - St. Mary's University

Aaron Timmins - University of Houston - Downtown Campus

Sophia Tran - University of Texas - Dallas

Sofia Viera - University of Texas - San Antonio (UTSA)

Marianne Villanueva - University of North Texas

Bond Wickwire - University of Texas - San Antonio (UTSA)

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Supporters of Education

Thank you for supporting the next generation of insurance professionals!

2026 Individual Contributors

Doctorate Level $1,000+

Master's Level $500-$999

Bachelor's Level $250-$499

Associate's Level $100-$249

Friends of the Foundation $25-$99

Doctorate Level $1,000+

Master's Level $500-$999

Albert Betts
Insurance Council of Texas

Bill Brooks
Texas Farm Bureau Mutual Insurance Company

Paula Harmon
Insurance Council of Texas

Maurice Williams
AAA

Bachelor's Level $250-$499

Brandon Keller
Germania Insurance

Timothy McCoy
Hochheim Prairie

Associate's Level $100-$249

Rhonda Thompson
Thompson Coe

Linda Vallejo
Insurance Council of Texas

Friends of the Foundation $25-$99

Joann Anderson
The University of Texas System

Ellena Chen
Insurance Council of Texas

Richard Johnson
Insurance Council of Texas

Davida Redwine
Insurance Council of Texas

Click here to see the 2023 and 2024 Supporters

2026 Corporate Contributors

We depend on the support of both individual and corporate donations to fund scholarships and grants, directly advancing our mission. These generous contributions from our corporate partners are at the core of our foundation’s work, enabling and inspiring educational opportunities. In 2025, corporate sponsors contributed $96,000 to support scholarships and Academic Achievement Awards.

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2026 ICT Education Foundation Legacy Donors

ICT is proud to recognize the generous individuals and organizations that have supported the ICT Education Foundation over the years. As a token of our appreciation, we are honoring the following Legacy Donors for their ongoing contributions to the foundation over the past 5 and 10 years:

10-Year Donors

Paula Harmon

5-Year Donors

Anonymous Donor

Angie Cervantes

Scott Gainey

Davida Redwine

Donna Wright

Previous Legacy Donors

Albert Betts

Wendy Braniff

Lynn (Lynette) Brewer

Ronald (Ron) Cobb

Stuart Colburn

Thomas (Tom) Fitzpatrick

Jim Foltz

Camille Garcia

James Garven

Rick (Herbert) Gentry

Michael (Mike) Gerik

Antonio (Tony) Gonzalez

Lyndell Haigood

Jonna Kay Hamilton

Mark Hanna

Paula Harmon

James (Jim) Harms

William (Bill) Huff

Jack lkenaga Jr

Joe Johnson

Sharon Johnson

Brian Keefer

Marvin Kelly

Gerald Ladner

Dorothy Langley

David Lavergne

Timothy McCoy

Keith Mitchell

Steve Nichols

Wayne Ottoway

Juan Padron

William G. Parrillo

Terry Porter

Debra Lee Richardson

Linda Schmidt

Barbara Schoenfeld

John Schramm

Ty Simmons

Byron Smith

David Sommer

Craig Sparks

John Stuckemeyer

Lonnie Van Houten

Linda Von Quintas

Linda Vallejo

David Weber

William Weldon

Watch the video below to learn more about the Education Foundation

Partner Universities

Today, the Education Foundation awards scholarships to students at nine Texas universities:

Baylor University
St. Mary’s University
Texas Southern University
University of Houston
University of Houston-Downtown
University of North Texas
The University of Texas at Dallas
The University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley
The University of Texas at San Antonio

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"Scholarships have a profound impact on my students, both academically and personally. Financial assistance through scholarships alleviates the heavy burden of educational costs, allowing students to focus on their studies and excel in their coursework. Beyond the financial aspect, scholarships instill confidence and a sense of recognition, motivating students to strive for excellence and make meaningful contributions to the field of insurance and risk management."

Steven Haynes
Assistant Professor of Practice, Finance and Managerial Economics Director
Risk Management and Insurance, UT-Dallas

ICT Education Foundation Board of Trustees

The ICT Education Foundation is guided by a dedicated Board of Trustees and Advisory Trustees focused on advancing insurance education and supporting the development of the next generation of insurance professionals.