ST. JOSEPH, Mich. United Federal Credit Union donated a gift of $3,500 to the Lake Michigan College Winners Circle 24 Scholarship Benefit Auction on March 1. The theme of the auction was "British Invasion" and UFCU was a catalog sponsor. The auction raised more than $290,000, with proceeds used to provide scholarship support for Lake Michigan College students.
"More and more students and families are having to keep a close eye on the rising cost of a college education, and Lake Michigan College has made it a goal to find ways to help make up the differences," stated Greg Koroch, Lake Michigan College Vice President of Institutional Advancement and Planning. "With outstanding community support and donations from community organizations like United Federal Credit Union, LMC is able to provide financial aid for students through our scholarships."
"Keeping the college dream alive for local students benefits the entire region," said Gary Easterling, United Federal Credit Union President/CEO. "At United Federal Credit Union, we appreciate Lake Michigan Colleges dedication to delivering outstanding educational experiences and opportunities through excellent programs and services, and we recognize them as a partner in the betterment of our community."
Scholarships are competitively awarded for good grades, area of study, special interest, or financial need.
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About UFCU
United Federal Credit Union has served its Members since 1949 by helping them to build a sound financial future. UFCU consists of more than 120,000 Member/owners worldwide, and manages assets in excess of $1.57 billion. Its corporate offices and main branch are located in St. Joseph, Mich., with additional branches in Arkansas, Indiana, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, and Ohio. UFCU has been named the Michigan Credit Union League Outstanding Credit Union of the Year 2013. UFCU has also been named the National Federal Credit Union of the Year 2013 by the National Association of Federal Credit Unions.
