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Compass Community Credit Union awards scholarships to local students

Eureka, CA (May 29, 2025) |

Compass Community Credit Union, a not-for-profit member-owned financial institution that serves those who live, work, or worship in Humboldt, Del Norte, and Trinity counties since 1951, has selected three high school seniors to each receive a $1,500 scholarship.

Established in 2024, the Compass Community Credit Union Scholarship program supports students pursuing further education. Students were asked to provide several items, including an essay, "How the nominee has helped to further the "people helping people philosophy" that guides Credit Unions. Congratulations to Saige Machado, Maia Cavness, and Wesley Way, recipients for 2025.

One of Compass Community Credit Union’s goals is to support the community. All three student recipients are from Humboldt County. “We’re proud to support our local students and we wish them continued academic success,” said Ray Litchfield, President and CEO of Compass.

Compass Community Credit Union serves members in Humboldt, Del Norte and Trinity counties. Membership is open to anyone who lives, works or worships in these three counties. For over 74 years, Compass Community Credit Union has been providing financial solutions to their members. For more information, visit Compassccu.org.

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