Advantage Credit Union announces 2024 scholarship contest

Advantage Credit Union will be awarding three scholarships for the 2024-25 school year. One $2,000, one $1,000, and one $750 scholarship will be awarded. Applicants must be a graduating high school senior entering a two-year, four-year, or technical school in the 2024-25 school year. Applicants must also be a member in good standing of Advantage Credit Union for at least six months prior to application deadline.

To apply, candidates must submit a business-style resume not to exceed two pages in length and answer the following essay question in 500 words or less:

As cooperative community organizations, one of the principles at the heart of the credit union movement is concern for community. What does community mean to you? How have you served your community, and how do you see your credit union working in your community? Consider sharing personal examples and experiences.

Submissions are due Friday, March 22. Submissions will be accepted in-person at Advantage Credit Union or via mail if postmarked by March 22. Mailed submissions should be sent to: ACU Scholarship Contest, 121 W. Third St. N., Newton, IA 50208.

Advantage Credit Union membership is open to everyone who lives or works in Jasper County or 18 counties in Central Iowa. For additional info, call Advantage Credit Union at 641-792-5660 or email info@acuiowa.org