FORUM Credit Union Foundation
Collegiate Scholarships & Educator Grants
FORUM Credit Union Foundation is dedicated to strengthening the communities we serve by enhancing youth educational opportunities. Educator grants and collegiate scholarships available to FORUM members embody the Credit Union’s cooperative spirit and improve the communities we serve through increased educational opportunities and experiences.
Collegiate Scholarships
The Foundation awards up to seven, $5,000 collegiate scholarships annually. The collegiate scholarships are eligible for renewal, up to four years, providing recipients with the potential to receive $20,000 over the course of their four-year collegiate experience. One exceptional FORUM Foundation Scholarship applicant who closely exemplifies the qualities of academic excellence and a strong commitment to community service will be eligible for the Jenny Budreau Commitment to Community Scholarship, earning $7,500 per year, renewable for four years, and a total of $30,000.
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Educator Grants
The Foundation designates $30,000 annually in educator grants ($3,000 maximum grant per educator). Grants may be used for any direct classroom expenses, including, but not limited to, supplies needed to fund a project for the classroom, basic supplies the classroom may be lacking, supplemental items to enhance classroom/virtual learning or an experience to enhance classroom learning.
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Join The Young Leaders Council
Council members gain financial skills while collaborating on new ideas for products to better serve young Credit Union members. The group also discusses finance-related topics important to today's youth.