LAWRENCEVILLE, GA (December 1, 2022) – The Peach State FCU C.A.R.E.S. Foundation has announced it is now accepting applications for its 2023 scholarship program. This year, the foundation will be awarding over $225,000 in scholarships and educational grants to emerging professionals and graduating high school seniors attending post-secondary studies. There are several new additions to this year’s program: A second scholarship honoring retired Superintendent Dr. John[...]

BETTENDORF, IOWA – In 2023, a total of $15,000 in scholarships will be awarded to 15 Ascentra student members to help offset the costs of attending postsecondary education through a college, university or trade program. The program includes awards for three different types of students.  Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to high school student members planning to enter college. Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to non-traditional student members age[...]

WATERLOO, Iowa (Nov. 14, 2022): Veridian Credit Union has opened its scholarship applications for the 2023-2024 academic year. In total, Veridian will award $14,000 in seven scholarships. Two scholarships for $2,000 will be awarded to Veridian members in each of three categories, including incoming freshmen, undergraduates and technical/trade students. An additional $2,000 is available in conjunction with the credit union’s ArtShare program for members enrolling in an educational program[...]

(Somerville, MA) Naveo Credit Union announced it would offer four scholarships for the 2023-2024 academic year. Naveo is offering three scholarships of $1,500 each through the Carlos Faria & Victor Da Silva Memorial Scholarship Fund and one scholarship of $3,000 through the John C. Feitor Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Scholarships were announced in November to coincide with National Scholarship Month.  Both scholarship programs are open to full-time students currently enrolled,[...]

EDWARDSVILLE, IL – Local schools once again have an opportunity to receive some extra support from the Scott Credit Union Community Foundation. The Foundation is now seeking applications for its With You grant program. “Many times, teachers have great ideas that would benefit their students, but they just don’t have the funding to make these projects materialize,” said Frank Padak, President and CEO of Scott Credit Union. “That’s where the With You program [...]

Denver, CO – Sept. 21, 2022 – Westerra Credit Union has launched its 2022 Classroom Grant Program, which funds $50,000 annually to educators in Colorado school districts. Westerra members who are educators serving early childhood education through grade 12 in any Colorado school district can apply for a grant, which is available up to $500 and are issued to schools or departments (not individuals). Applicants must be a Westerra Credit Union member with[...]

LANSING, Mich. — LAFCU is now accepting entries for an essay contest that will award up to $7,500 in grants for those working to build a better financial life for themselves. The entry deadline is Friday, May 6, 2022. The LAFCU Pathway to Financial Transformation Essay Contest provides up to $2,500 to each of three entrants. The funds will be applied to the winners’ outstanding debts. “Debt can prevent a person from living life to the fullest — not just in what[...]

El Paso, TX – As a Credit Union whose history is deeply rooted within education, TFCU is pleased to provide 12 individuals with a TFCU Community Scholarship of $1,000. This opportunity will help to propel students toward achieving their higher education goals.  This year, in addition to these scholarships, TFCU honors their late Vice President of e-Commerce, Mr. Michael Sandoval, by introducing the Michael Sandoval Memorial Scholarship. During this first year of the memorial[...]

Granite City - GCS Credit Union will award a $2,000 scholarship to one high school senior in early May. GCS opens their Nicole R. Thorp Scholarship for the thirteenth year. Candidates are required to submit an essay explaining why saving and budgeting are important habits to develop. GCS supports youth in growing and reaching their savings goals and wants to hear how teens have succeeded. GCS also looks for applicants who actively volunteer in the community. Nicole R. Thorp, who the[...]

MIRAMAR, Fla. – (March 2022) – Tropical Financial Credit Union, a not-for-profit financial institution, is accepting applications for its annual scholarship program. This is the credit union’s 10th year of the scholarship program. Tropical Financial will award three scholarships totaling $10,000. One grand prize of $5,000 and two $2,500 scholarships to students.  The scholarships are open to both high school seniors preparing for college as well as adult[...]

Williston, VT—New England Federal Credit Union (NEFCU) is accepting applications for its 2022 Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) Scholarships. Three scholarships of $3,000 each will be awarded. To be eligible for NEFCU STEM Scholarships, applicants must be New England Federal Credit Union members.  In addition to NEFCU membership, applicants must be pursuing one of these fields of study: Biological Sciences Physical Sciences[...]

Oxford, MI. - March 07, 2022 - Genisys Credit Union and the Oxford Chamber of Commerce are excited to announce the launch of the Community Pride Scholarship for Oxford High School (OHS). Four eligible students from the graduating class of 2022 will be awarded $1,000 each. “We are grateful to have a partner in the Oxford Chamber & Community to give back to students as they continue along their education journey,” said Jackie Buchanan, President and CEO of Genisys Credit Union. [...]