Scholarship Program

We believe in supporting our members and investing in the communities we serve. One way we do this is through the Guardian Scholarship Program.

We're awarding $2,500 scholarships to 15 student members to help pursue their educational goals. If you haven't applied yet, make sure to submit your application by Tuesday, March 31.

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The 2026 Guardian Scholarship Program



The 2026 Guardian Scholarship Program

The 2026 Guardian Scholarship application period is open March 1 through March 31. Recipients will be announced in the Week of April 13.

Recognition at 3rd Annual Guardian Day at the Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium on Sunday, April 26.
























































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How to Submit Your Scholarship Application

Before filling out the online application for the Guardian Scholarship Program, be sure to review the student eligibility and packet checklist below. 
Students outside on campus applying for the Guardian Scholarship Program
Student in classroom with laptop and notebook completing Guardian Credit Union Scholarship Program checklist.


Each applicant must:

  • Be a member of Guardian Credit Union with at least a savings and checking account prior to submitting an application.
  • Be a senior in high school or undergraduate in college. (Masters or Doctorate students are ineligible.)
  • Be enrolled full-time in an undergraduate college or university for the fall semester.
  • Submit a high school transcript of grades (if high school senior) or most recent college transcript (for undergrads).
  • Not be a past recipient of a Guardian scholarship. Students may only receive a Guardian Credit Union scholarship one time.

Checklist for the online application process:

  • Completed Scholarship Application.
  • Required 300-500 word essay answer.
  • One letter of recommendation from someone other than a family member.
  • High school report card or college transcript that includes a cumulative GPA.
  • Letter of acceptance to college of choice.
  • School name and address to which Guardian Scholarship funds should be dispersed.

In your application, you will request a letter of recommendation from someone other than family and request your transcript from a counselor via email. Once both of these documents are submitted, your application will be officially completed.

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Scholarship Award Notification

The 2026 Guardian Scholarship Program announced recipients on the week of April 13, 2026, and honored them at the 3rd Annual Guardian Day at the Biscuits at Riverwalk Stadium on April 26, 2026. 
Photo of five of the Guardian Credit Union 2025 Scholarship Recipients holding the $2,500 check!

Congratulations to our 2025 Scholarship Recipients!

  • Jaida Battle
  • Kennedy Cleckley
  • M'Kayla Dawson
  • Kileigh Dickinson
  • Brooklyn Fairchild
  • Jacee Faulk
  • Kaylee Frazier
  • DeJon Gibby II
  • Tyronda Judkins
  • Lauren Kendrick
  • Alisha Zarin