The Foundation provides funding through scholarships and grants that support Wisconsin credit unions, as well as the professional development and continued education of credit union staff and volunteers. Three unique scholarship opportunities and three unique grant opportunities are currently available on an annual basis.
Scholarships
Credit Union Management School Scholarship
Are you ready to become a more dynamic and effective manager and leader through The Credit Union Movement's longest-running professional development program? Credit Union Management School convenes students for two weeks of learning every July over three successive summers in Madison to earn their Certified Credit Union Executive (CCUE) designation.
Applications are accepted January 15 - February 28 annually. Winners are notified by March 31.
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Pat Wesenberg Development Education (DE) Scholarship
Whether you’re new to The Movement or a seasoned executive, the National Credit Union Foundation's Development Education (DE) program shapes an appreciation for credit unions' unique member-ownership and its potential to impact the vitality of communities, economies, and nations.
Learn to improve members' lives and communities through this philosophy immersion experience. The program explores the principles shared by all cooperatives and challenges participants to apply this perspective to issues affecting members and local quality of life.
Applications are accepted March 15 - April 30 annually. Winners are notified by May 15.
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Professional Development Scholarships
Learn the skills you need by applying this scholarship toward a credit union system program of your choosing! The Foundation supports the professional development and continued education of credit union professionals.
Applications are accepted September 15-October 31 annually. Winners are notified by November 15.
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Grants
Credit Union Development Grant
Apply for funding toward technology and operations-related expenses that will measurably help your credit union serve members.
Applications are accepted May 15 - June 30 annually. Winners are notified by July 31.
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The Difference Grant
The Difference helps real consumers build financially strong, self-supporting families and communities. The Difference Grant supports Wisconsin credit unions offering innovative services.
Applications are accepted May 15 - June 30 annually. Winners are notified by July 31.
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Inclusion Fund Grant
To help credit unions continue their mission to serve the unserved and unrepresented, multi-cultural groups, the Inclusion Fund Grant was created in 2023.
Applications are accepted February 15 - April 30 annually. Winners are notified by May 31.
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