Three Scholarship Opportunities Now Open February 04, 2026 In partnership with the Greater Fox Cities Chapter of Credit Unions and its members, Community First Credit Union is proud to offer three $1,000 scholarship opportunities to deserving high school seniors to go towards their next educational step. People Helping People Do you know a student who is also a credit union member? Please encourage that bright student to apply for a $1,000 scholarship! We’re looking to hear from thoughtful young leaders who value financial stability and active community engagement. Application & Contest Rules Essay Requirements The scholarship awards will be based on the following questions: Financial Education: What was the biggest impact financial lesson/knowledge you received in high school? What lessons in financial education did you not receive? How much impact do you feel both aspects (good/bad) will have on your financial future? Community & Charity: Write about a time when you benefited from an act of charity that someone else performed. What did that person do for you? What did it inspire you to do to make a difference moving forward? Eligibility & Rules Applicants must be a graduating high school senior or be attending a two-year or four-year accredited educational institution in the fall of 2026. Applicants must also be an active member and hold an account, in their name, at of one of the following credit unions: Badger Globe, Capital, Community First, CoVantage, Evergreen, Fox Communities, Oshkosh Communities, PCM, Prospera, Ripple, Simplicity, Unison, Verve, or Winnebago Community. Application & Contest Rules Important Dates Application Deadline: March 31, 2026 (via mail, email, fax or in-person) Winner Notification: April 10, 2026 Awards Presentation: Winners will be invited to the Greater Fox Cities Chapter Meeting on April 20, 2026 in Appleton, Wisconsin