Credit Union Awards $52,000 in Scholarships
July 1, 2013
Christian Community Credit Unions "Scholarships for Success" Program awarded $52,000 in scholarships to 52 students in 2013. Recipients were selected based on their essay, academic excellence, extra-curricular activities and references. Applicants wrote an essay on their personal mission statement and how they plan to achieve their lifes mission with their academic goals. The Scholarship Program is offered each spring and awarded in June. Scholarships are available for undergraduate and post-graduate students who are members of Christian Community Credit Union with a checking account.
"I am so honored to be awarded a scholarship from Christian Community Credit Union! The Credit Union has been a great asset to me over the last few years. Banking with Christian Community Credit Union has allowed me peace of mind when it comes to being financially responsible. This scholarship will be a great aid as I travel to Israel in the coming months with Life Pacific College's study abroad program," said Meagan McLaughlin, Life Pacific College student.
"Life Pacific College is grateful for the longtime partnership with Christian Community Credit Union. We deeply appreciate the scholarship support that assists our students with their academic goals," said Dr. Jim J. Adams, President of Life Pacific College.
"What an opportunity for us to be a blessing to these students as they prepare for the career God has called them to do," said John Walling, Christian Community Credit Union President/CEO. "Whether they'll be in the ministry or market place, we're grateful that we can partner with them in their academic and financial goals." Christian Community Credit Union also offers Student Advantage Bankinga money-saving program exclusively for students as well as a private loan solution called Credit Union Student Choice. For more information, please contact Christian Community Credit Union at 800.347.CCCU (2228) or visit myCCCU.com. With assets at nearly $575 million, Christian Community Credit Union serves over 29,500 members nationwide and has served as a financial partner of Christian churches, ministries, and their members for over 56 years. For more information, call 800.347.CCCU (2228) or visit myCCCU.com.