With a significant focus on education and equity, WFCU Credit Union’s community investment program includes multiple scholarship opportunities.
WFCU Scholarships
Michelle Voth Memorial Accounting Scholarship
In honour of WFCU’s former Vice President of Finance and her many contributions to the credit union and her community, $1,500 is given annually to a UWindsor Odette School of Business third- or fourth-year accounting student with a minimum average of 80%.
WFCU Credit Union John Atkinson Memorial Scholarship
$5,000 is given annually and divided between one male and one female St. Clair College student pursuing a career in law enforcement, in honour of a senior Windsor-Essex constable and community leader who was killed in the line of duty in 2006.
WFCU Environmental Studies, Undergraduate Scholarship Endowment
Generating an annual scholarship of approximately $575, this Ontario scholarship is awarded to a University of Windsor graduate student in the Faculty of Science registered full-time in the Master of Environmental Science program. It is part of WFCU’s commitment to supporting Ontario scholarships based on academic standing and financial need. Click here to learn more.
WFCU Business Undergraduate with Co-op Scholarship Endowment
Generating an annual scholarship of approximately $500, this Ontario scholarship is awarded to a University of Windsor fourth-year student registered full-time in the Honours Business Administration Co-operative Education program. This is another of WFCU’s Ontario scholarships supporting academic achievement and financial need.
Community Scholarships
ATHENA Scholarship Fund Windsor
$4,000 is given annually to an established program that funds post-secondary students who excel academically, while also serving as outstanding community leaders who elevate women to reach their full potential. Click here to learn more.
CU Succeed Youth Bursary
WFCU proudly supports the Ontario Credit Union Foundation CU Succeed Youth Bursary program, open to Ontario resident post-secondary students needing financial assistance for academic, technological, or vocational training. These Ontario scholarships are awarded based on demonstrated financial need and community involvement. Click here to learn more.
“This award is so meaningful to me, and I hope to continue [John Atkinson’s] legacy. I believe my values of integrity, equity, and inclusion will all be positive attributes as I apply for a career in policing.”
– Malary Cole, 2023 WFCU Credit Union John Atkinson Memorial Scholarship recipient