Applications are now being accepted for Abound Credit Union’s 2022 Scholarships. The Credit Union will give away $25,000 in college scholarships to ten hardworking high school seniors, class of 2022.
The program, designated the Howard Roush Memorial Scholarship, provides an opportunity for eligible high school seniors to earn one-time $2,500 scholarships from Abound Credit Union. Eligibility requirements and application forms may be found on Abound’s website.
Applications are due to the Credit Union by March 31, 2022.
“Abound is invested in building brighter financial futures for the Kentuckians we serve,” says Ray Springsteen, President & CEO of Abound Credit Union. “That’s why we recently expanded our scholarship fund to help more hardworking high school seniors make their college dreams a reality.”
Applicants will be asked to submit a 3 to 5 minute video OR 500-word essay answering the question: What does financial independence mean to you? The Credit Union will select 10 winning applicants based on their submissions, including enrollment in a college/vocational or technical institution, GPA and community service.
More information, including the 2022 scholarship application and eligibility requirements, may be found online at aboundcu.com.