By SDCN Editor
San Diego, CA–Wheelhouse Credit Union is encouraging San Diego college-bound high school seniors to apply for its 2025 scholarship programs. Open to any local students, these programs will provide $10,000 in scholarships.
- Now in its fifth year honoring families of first responders, Wheelhouse Badge of Honor Scholarships are available to graduating high school seniors with a parent, grandparent, or legal guardian active member of law enforcement, fire protection service, healthcare, or EMT in San Diego County. Five $1,000 Badge of Honor Scholarships will be awarded in 2025.
- Wheelhouse Sustainability Scholarships are offered to San Diego college-bound students who have a vision and desire to support the environment. Reflecting the credit union’s sustainability mission, five $1,000 Sustainability Scholarships will be awarded to local students making a difference in their communities through eco-friendly initiatives.
“As a local San Diego credit union, we’re excited to continue our commitment to offer scholarship programs supporting students in two areas critical to the health of our community,” said Wheelhouse President and CEO Lisa Paul-Hill. “Our Badge of Honor Scholarships honor and recognize the bravery and sacrifices of first responders and their families, and our Sustainability Scholarships support high school leaders passionate about environmental initiatives. We encourage local students to apply for these scholarships so we can assist their educational journey.”
Interested students can find more information and apply online at WheelhouseCU.com/scholarships. Credit union membership is not required, and applications will be accepted through April 30, 2025. Both programs are designed to recognize and reward exceptional students who demonstrate leadership, a commitment to public service, and a desire to make an impact on their communities.
The Credit Union’s annual College Scholarship Program was created in 2005 to support high school seniors in San Diego County who are leaders in two areas of focus for the credit union: environmental sustainability and supporting first responders. The credit union has awarded $126,000 in scholarships since the creation of the program.
Founded in 1934, Wheelhouse is the second oldest credit union in San Diego. A central aspect of its community commitment is supporting San Diego’s move to 100% clean energy by 2035. The Credit Union’s award-winning Solar and Energy Efficiency Loans have made Wheelhouse the #1 solar loan provider in San Diego.
