Southwest Regional Credit Union Scholarships 2025

Southwest Regional Credit Union will award up to 10 scholarships totaling $10,000. The recipients must be active members of the Credit Union or a child/grandchild of an active member. Recipients may apply for each year of the program; however, primary consideration will be given to first-time applicants.

Scholarship Program

Six (6) applications or more are received - $1,000 each for up to six (6) scholarships
Less than six (6) applications are received - Scholarship amounts will be tiered

Submissions will be accepted until June 30th, 2025. Recipients will be decided on July 15th, 2025.

*The recipients agree as a condition of receiving the Scholarship to participate in any publicity or promotion organized by Southwest Regional Credit Union Ltd. or to appear on Credit Union promotional material including newsprint & internet, up to one year from the draw date.

Qualifications:

  • Minimum 70% average to qualify
  • Must be an active Member, or the child or grandchild of an active Member

Application

  • Provide your most recent High School or post-secondary transcript
  • Provide proof of enrollment in a full-time post-secondary education program at any college, university, technical institute, or private college
  • Acknowledgement of accomplishments are welcomed
  • A summary listing of extra-curricular activities including sports, clubs, and charitable work
  • Submission of a 1000-1500 word essay on one of the topics for discussion

Topics for discussion:

  • Describe a time when you made a positive impact in your community through volunteering, leadership, or another initiative. How has this experience shaped your values, and how do you plan to continue contributing to your community as a member of Southwest Regional Credit Union Ltd?
  • Why have you chosen your field of study, and how does it align with the cooperative principles of a Credit Union, such as collaboration, community focus, or financial empowerment? Provide specific examples of how you plan to use your education to uphold these values.
  • Credit Unions prioritize financial wellness and education. Discuss a personal experience where you learned an important lesson about managing finances or planning for the future. How will you apply this lesson to achieve your educational and career goals?
  • Share an example of a leadership role you’ve taken in your school or community. How did this experience influence your personal growth, and how do you see yourself demonstrating leadership as a credit union member in the future?
  • Describe a significant challenge you’ve faced and how you overcame it. How has this experience prepared you to succeed in your post-secondary education and contribute to your local community?

SARNIA
1205 Exmouth St.
519-383-0750

CORUNNA
411 Lyndoch St.
519-862-1421

WYOMING
618 Broadway St.
519-845-3362

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57 McNaughton Ave.
519-627-6744