Two (2) $1,000 scholarships are awarded annually to graduating high school seniors.
- Applicant must be or have a parent, grandparent, legal guardian or immediate family member who is a current East County Schools Federal Credit Union member-owner.
- Eligible applicants may attend ANY high school in the U.S., it does not have to be local.
- Selection will be based on campus/community activities, merit and character.
IMPORTANT: A high school transcript of grades through first semester of your Senior year is required. Applicants can choose to upload a transcript in the online form, or mail/drop one off at:
Attn: Scholarship Committee
1069 Graves Avenue #100
El Cajon, CA 92021-4573
Winners will be notified at their High School's Senior Awards Night. Scholarship checks will be made payable to the applicant AND the trade school, college or university the applicant will be attending.
Congratulations to our 2025 recipients:
- Charlotte Lourey - Valhalla High School
- Zyanya Alarcon-Khorram - El Capitan High School
- Helen Groff - Santana High School
Applications Will Open on April 9
This NEW scholarship supports classified school employees who are ready to build new skills, advance their careers, and continue making a difference in education. Whether you’re pursuing coursework, certifications, conferences, or other career-enhancing opportunities, this scholarship is designed to help offset the cost and keep you moving forward.
Applicants must:
- Be an ECS Federal Credit Union member.
- Be a current classified school employee.
- Demonstrate how the requested professional development aligns with their current role and/or long-term career growth in education.
Applicants may request up to $1,000 per award cycle. Awards may be granted in full or in partial amounts.
Winner will be chosen in May and will receive the funds in June. Second application period will open in October and those funds will be given in January 2027.
ECSFCU!
