TRUE Community Credit Union Scholarships

Geographic Scope: Jackson, Ingham, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties, Michigan

Program Description: Annual scholarship program awarding $1,000 scholarships to qualified students. In 2024, ten $1,000 scholarships were awarded.

Eligibility

• High school graduates from the 2024 graduating class, OR
• Students over age 23 with a high school diploma or GED pursuing or returning to complete a degree
• Applicants from the service area (Jackson, Ingham, Washtenaw, and Wayne counties)

Application Requirements

• Essay submission responding to the prompt: "How does Financial Education prepare you for your future, and what educational resources have you used from TRUE Community Credit Union?"
• Peer nomination and staff voting process

Focus Areas

• Financial education and literacy
• Youth development and educational advancement
• Community investment in future leaders

Background

TRUE Community Credit Union has maintained 30+ years of partnership with 30+ schools through its Partnership in Education program. The credit union states: "Awarding these scholarships each year is a direct reflection of our commitment to cultivating legacy-defining moments for the people and places we serve and an investment in the future leaders who will drive positive change and innovation."

Contact Information: (517) 784-7101 or trueccu.com

Application Process

1. Eligibility Check: Verify you meet one of the following criteria:
   • Graduating high school in the current year, OR
   • Age 23+ with high school diploma/GED and seeking a degree or returning to complete a degree
2. Essay Submission: Write an essay responding to the prompt: "How does Financial Education prepare you for your future, and what educational resources have you used from TRUE Community Credit Union?"
3. Submission: Submit essay through the application portal (specific URL not provided in available materials)
4. Selection Process:
   • Essays are reviewed by credit union staff
   • Winners are selected based on essay quality and responsiveness to the prompt
   • Recipients are announced during National Financial Literacy Month (June)

Required Materials

• Essay (length not specified in available materials)
• High school diploma or GED verification (for applicants age 23+)
• Proof of enrollment or acceptance to educational institution (for applicants age 23+)