MSGCU Scholarship Program Open for Applications

CLINTON TOWNSHIP, MI – Jan. 2, 2025 – Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union (MSGCU) is accepting applications for its annual scholarship program now through February 25. The credit union will award over $130,000 in scholarships, including 43 scholarships of $2,500 each to help local students and educators reach career goals, and 14 scholarships of $2,000 each to support future first responders. This amount includes 10 additional scholarships in 2025, an increase of $25,000.

“Earning a degree or certification requires a great deal of determination and hard work, along with a significant financial investment,” said Steve Brewer, MSGCU President/CEO. “MSGCU is increasing our scholarship awards this year to support more students in the communities we serve. We have provided over $1.25 million in scholarships since our program started 20 years ago, helping more than 600 recipients complete their education.”

Scholarship applications can be submitted online at msgcu.org/scholarships. MSGCU will award the following scholarships to teachers and administrators who are continuing their education, and students with various career paths, including those pursuing skilled trades:

MSGCU High School Excellence Scholarship, formerly the Educational Solutions Scholarship, helps high school seniors with plans to attend college with 18 scholarships of $2,500 each.

Rudolph Heino People Helping People Scholarship supports high school seniors heading to college with a demonstrated commitment to helping others. New this year, 15 scholarships of $2,500 are being offered, an increase of 10 awards.

Larry Swantek Educational Studies Scholarship benefits high school seniors and current college students planning to become teachers with four $2,500 scholarships.

Milo Perreault Educator Advancement Scholarship helps certified teachers and administrators continue their education through four $2,500 scholarships.

William Cayen Skilled Trades Scholarship supports students pursuing certification in electrical, HVAC, automotive, or other industrial and advanced technologies or skilled trades programs. Two $2,500 awards are offered to current skilled trades students or graduating high school seniors pursuing a skilled trades certificate.

The credit union also funds the Stephen Thomas First Responder Scholarship, which supports first responders enrolled in police and/or fire academies at local colleges with 14 scholarships of $2,000 each. Applications occur directly with Macomb Community, Oakland Community, Washtenaw Community, and Schoolcraft Colleges. Students can apply for this scholarship throughout the year and more information is available through the program directors of each academy.

Non-members are welcome to apply for an MSGCU scholarship and must become a member if selected as a scholarship recipient. The credit union welcomes everyone in Michigan to bank with them and has 22 branch offices across Southeast Michigan. MSGCU also offers convenient virtual services, including Video Banking, online chat, Online Banking, and a highly rated mobile app available 24/7.

Visit msgcu.org/scholarships for complete details and to learn more about the application process.



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