San Diego County Students Eligible For Wheelhouse College Scholarships

SAN DIEGO, CA — Wheelhouse Credit Union is offering two programs that will award a total of $10,000 in scholarships to students in San Diego County.

The scholarship programs are open to college-bound high school seniors who live in the county:

• Wheelhouse Badge of Honor Scholarships recognize and support families of first responders who serve in the San Diego community. Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to graduating high school seniors with a parent, grandparent or legal guardian who is actively serving in law enforcement, fire protection, health care or emergency medical services within the county.
• Wheelhouse Sustainability Scholarships support college-bound students who demonstrate a commitment to environmental stewardship and community impact. Five $1,000 scholarships will be awarded to students who are leading or participating in eco-friendly initiatives that made a difference locally.

"At Wheelhouse Credit Union, our mission is to positively impact the lives of our members, community and planet," Wheelhouse President and CEO Lisa Paul-Hill said in a statement. "These scholarships reflect our commitment to education, public service and sustainability, as well as our deep roots in San Diego. We're proud to invest in local students who are giving back to their communities and preparing to shape the future."

Students must demonstrate leadership, a commitment to public service, and a desire to make an impact on their communities for both scholarship programs, according to Wheelhouse.

Interested students can find more information and apply online at WheelhouseCU.com/scholarships. Applications will be accepted through April 30. Credit union membership is not required.