How much funding does Douglas A. Fecher Excellence in Learning Scholarship provide?

Douglas A. Fecher Excellence in Learning Scholarship provides $2,500 - $5,000 in funding.

Douglas A. Fecher Excellence in Learning Scholarship

WPCU Sunshine Community Fund

Foundation Annual Grants for Education

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Funding Amount

$2,500 - $5,000

Deadline

May 1, 2026

8 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Douglas A. Fecher Excellence in Learning Scholarship

Funder: WPCU Sunshine Community Fund

Overview: This scholarship program honors Wright-Patt Credit Union's former President and CEO Douglas A. Fecher and supports his commitment to academic excellence and opportunity in higher education for students in need within communities served by WPCU.

Award Amount:

Initial award: $2,500 per recipient

At least two recipients selected annually

Eligible recipients may renew for an additional $2,500 in the following fall semester (total of $5,000)

Renewal funds disbursed 12 months after original scholarship funds are awarded

Geographic Scope: Communities served by Wright-Patt Credit Union (southwest and central Ohio)

Eligible Institutions:

Wright State University

University of Cincinnati

Focus Areas: Academic opportunity and excellence in higher education

Contact: [email protected]

Eligibility Requirements

Membership: Must be a Wright-Patt Credit Union member at time of application submission
Academic Status: At application submission, must be either (i) a second-semester high school senior expected to graduate at end of semester, OR (ii) currently enrolled as a full-time undergraduate student at Wright State University or University of Cincinnati
Leadership & Community Commitment: Must demonstrate commitment to helping others and leadership potential, including participation in extracurricular activities, community service, or volunteer activities. Consideration given to students with limited ability to participate due to socio-economic circumstances
Financial Need: Must demonstrate financial need (do NOT submit social security numbers, bank statements, tax returns, paycheck copies, or other sensitive financial documents)
Academic Achievement: Minimum 2.5 GPA or equivalent
Letters of Recommendation: Must submit two letters of recommendation from adults in applicant's community
Proof of Enrollment: Prior to receipt of funds, must provide proof of (i) enrollment as undergraduate at Wright State University or University of Cincinnati for upcoming semester, OR (ii) acceptance into undergraduate program at one of these institutions for upcoming semester

Renewal Requirements: Proof of eligibility may be required upon request for renewal scholarship funds

How to Apply

1. Create an Account: Click here for instructions on how to set up an account on the applications site
2. Submit Complete Application: Submit via the scholarship application portal with all supporting documentation
3. Required Materials:
- Completed application form
- Two letters of recommendation from adults in your community
- Evidence of financial need (do not include SSN, bank statements, tax returns, paycheck copies, or other sensitive financial documents)
- Academic transcripts demonstrating minimum 2.5 GPA
- For high school seniors: Proof of expected graduation at end of semester
- For current undergraduates: Proof of current full-time enrollment
4. Upon Selection: Provide proof of enrollment or acceptance for upcoming semester at Wright State University or University of Cincinnati before receiving funds