Basking Ridge, N.J. � Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation is pleased to announce an expansion of its annual scholarship program.� In 2016, the Foundation will award 15 scholarships in the amount of $1,000 each.� The application period begins March 1 and runs through April 30, 2016.
Committed to strengthening the communities it serves, the Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation takes pride in helping members achieve their educational goals. This years scholarships will be awarded to members based on community involvement, academic achievement, and extra-curricular activities.� Students will also be asked to submit a personal essay.
The Robert L. Birkhahn Community Spirit Scholarship is dedicated to the late Affinity Executive Vice President Robert L. Birkhahn. Bob Birkhahn exemplified everything this award upholds, and it is a fitting tribute to keeping his memory alive within the Affinity community. The scholarship will be awarded to graduating high school seniors.
The Richard A. Romano Rutgers Scholarship is in honor of Richard A. Romano, Sr. for his outstanding contributions and unwavering dedication throughout his many years of volunteer service on the Affinity Federal Credit Union Board of Directors and Supervisory Committee. The scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors who plan to enroll at Rutgers University, students transferring to Rutgers, and continuing Rutgers undergraduate students
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Affinity Continuing Education Scholarship is for students who are continuing their degree at a two or four year college or university. Affinity recognizes the financial challenges that come with completing a degree and is proud to help students reach their academic goals.
For more information, go to AffinityGives.org/scholarship, or call Grant Gallagher at 908.860.3856. New this year, all applications must be submitted online.
For additional information about the Foundation, or to interview an Affinity executive, please contact Melisa Tropeano or Theresa Catena at The MTL Communications Group at
melisa@mtlcommunications.com,
theresa@mtlcommunications.com or 201.572.1808.
About the Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation:
The Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Affinity Federal Credit Union and its members. Together, we leverage our contributions to make impactful investments in local, grassroots charitable organizations, with a special focus on improving the financial lives of our members, friends and neighbors in the communities where we live, work, worship and go to school. Along with our volunteer efforts, together we are working to "Create Something Better."
About Affinity Federal Credit Union:
Affinity Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union headquartered in New Jersey. With over $2.3 billion in assets, Affinity has a network of more than 135,000 members from over 2,700 businesses, organizations and clubs throughout the country. Affinity members have access to a network of over 5,000-shared branches and nearly 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide. The credit union is a member-owned, not-for-profit, full-service financial institution that has been offering superior financial services for consumers and businesses with a member-oriented focus since 1935. Affinitys consumer banking services include a full suite of deposit products, mobile and online banking, auto, real estate, education and personal loans. Affinity offers a comprehensive set of products and services to support its business members, offering better rates and lower fees than most banks. Whether it is a new venture or a well-established organization, Affinity has the right products and services for each stage of business. Federally insured by NCUA. For more information, please visit www.affinityfcu.com and follow us on Facebook (AffinityFCU) and Twitter (@AffinityFCU).
