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LCCU Scholarship Program

LATINO COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT CENTER

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Funding Amount

Varies by year; historically $25,000 total in first year (2016), $142,500 total in 2024 (43 scholarships), $155,500 total in 2025 (49 scholarships)

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

LCCU Scholarship Program

Overview: LCCU's Scholarship Program is designed to empower members to pursue their educational dreams and give back to their community. The program has supported members' academic journeys by making more than 350 awards for over $1 million since 2016.

Purpose: Provides scholarships to help members start, continue, or finish their studies.

Geographic Scope: North Carolina (LCCU serves the Carolinas region)

Eligibility:

  • Must be an LCCU member

  • Member applicants who meet the program requirements

    • Funding Source:

  • Each time a member uses an LCCU debit card, LCCU directs a percentage of earnings to the scholarship fund

  • LCCU employees contribute additional funds with LCCU matching contributions

  • Since 2019, LCCU employees have raised $151,250 with matching contribution from LCCU

  • In 2025, employee contributions and LCCU's match supported increased impact

    • Award History:

  • 2016 (First year): 10 scholarships awarded for $25,000 total

  • 2024: 43 scholarships awarded, $142,500 total

  • 2025: 49 scholarships awarded, $155,500 total

  • Total since 2016: Over 350 awards for over $1 million

    • Contact: Visit www.latinoccu.org or contact your local branch for more information

    How to Apply

    Application Process

    Timeline:

  • Application period for the following school year begins in the first quarter (Q1)

    • How to Apply:
    1. Visit www.latinoccu.org
    2. Contact your local LCCU branch

    Required Information: Specific application requirements not detailed in provided content, but applicants must meet program eligibility criteria as selected members.

    Selection Process: A selection committee reviews applications according to established requirements.

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    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    hispanic

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