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2026 Scholarship Program

Enter now through June 30, 2026

You worked hard to get where you are. We would be honored to be part of your next chapter.

Our 2026 Scholarship Program is accepting applications through June 30, 2026. If you are a high school senior or college student who is ready to make a meaningful impact in your community, you are welcome to apply.

Scholarship Details:

  • Award: Four scholarships of $2,500 each for San Francisco Federal Credit Union members
  • Who Can Apply:
    • Must be a member of San Francisco Federal Credit Union in good standing at the time of application and the time of award
    • High school senior graduating in 2026 or undergraduate college student at an accredited two-or four-year college
    • Live, work, worship, or attend school in San Francisco or San Mateo counties
  • Scholarship Application Period: May 18 – June 30, 2026
  • Final Deadline to Apply: June 30, 2026

How it Works:

  1. Tell us your story. Respond to four questions. You can write your responses or create a short video (4 minutes or less). The choice is yours.
    • Describe your academic journey to this point and the field of study you intend to pursue.
    • Describe your understanding of personal financial responsibility.
    • Describe how you contribute to your school, neighborhood or community and what that means to you.
    • Describe one specific project or goal that you intend to pursue during your time as a college student and explain why this scholarship would help make it possible.
  2. Gather your documents.  You'll need to provide academic and financial information, including one letter of recommendation (from a teacher, coach, employer, mentor, or community leader, not a family member).
  3. Submit by June 30.  Apply online, by email at scholarship@sanfranciscofcu.com, or in person at any San Francisco Federal Credit Union branch.

What We Are Looking For

All applications for the 2026 San Francisco Federal Credit Union Scholarship Program will be evaluated based on:

  • Authenticity and personal reflection
  • Clear educational goals and future plans
  • Leadership, volunteerism, and community impact
  • Creative thinking and real-world problem-solving
  • Academic achievement and extracurricular involvement

Important Dates:

  • May 18: Scholarship applications open
  • June 30: Final deadline to submit your student scholarship application
  • July 27: We will begin notifying award recipients
  • August 14: Disbursement of funds to students

Apply Now:

  1. Apply to Become a Member
  2. Complete your application -- apply online. To download a PDF of the application, click on PRINT FORM at the end of the application. 
  3. Submit all required materials by June 30, 2026 at 11:59 p.m. Pacific Time through the online application. Alternatively, you can email the materials to scholarship@SanFranciscoFCU.com or drop off a sealed envelope at any branch marked "Scholarship Committee".

Questions? Contact us at scholarship@SanFranciscoFCU.com