Past Scholarship Recipients 2003 Sameer Dohadwala, Plymouth Supporting Nicole Genrich, Plymouth Brandon Hill, Plymouth Brendan Kownacki, Plymouth Education Through Brandon Mancini, Canton Rahul Mehta, Canton Our Community William O'Neill, Gaylord Jane Pudvan, Gaylord Lisa Ther, Canton Scholarship Program Jennifer Walsh, Gaylord Together We Can Make a Difference "The Scholarship I received from Community Financial assisted with the cost associated with pursuing a degree in English at the school I really wanted to attend, Kalamazoo College. As a child of a single parent who was also in school, my need was especially urgent....In 2003, I graduated cum laud and now my profession involves working with individuals who practice philanthropy. I understand more every day the ripple effect involved when one gives. I have certainly benefited from it." 1999 recipient, Sara Wiener "Since paying for most of my college education on my own, this scholarship was a great help. The degree I earned lead me to a position as a Business Analyst. Your help toward my career goal in a mathematical related field is greatly appreciated." 1998 recipient Tara M. Petroskey 60 Scholarships have been awarded since 1988. Our Commitment to Education Who is Eligible for Scholarships You Can Contribute The Community Financial Scholarship Fund is pleased Scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate YES, I'd like to make a contribution to the to administer scholarship funds in honor of Margaret good character, a commitment to their community and Community Financial Scholarship Fund. Dunning and George Lawton, two people who a commendable academic record. Community Financial epitomize the credit union's ”People Helping People,” Scholarship applicants must meet the following guidelines philosophy. and complete an application. All applications are General Dunning Lawton considered for both the Margaret Dunning Scholarships Fund Fund Fund The Community Financial Scholarship Fund is a and the George Lawton Scholarship. Michigan non-profit corporation that has been determined to be a tax exempt private foundation PRINT NAME by the IRS. All contributions may be tax deductible. You should consult your tax advisor for more ADDRESS information. CRITERIA: CITY STATE ZIP 1. The applicant must have an active account at MARGARET DUNNING Community Financial. Enclosed is my check for $ SCHOLARSHIP FUND 2. The applicant must be enrolled or anticipate made payable to Community Financial Scholarship enrollment in an accredited institution in a Fund. The Margaret Dunning Scholarship business, education, medical, finance, technical, was established to acknowledge industrial or skilled trade discipline. I authorize Community Financial to take a one-time deduction for the scholarship Margaret Dunning for her 23 years 3. The applicant must outline goals, aspirations, of volunteer service as a member fund of $ from my account college and career plans in 250-500 words in number . of the credit union's Board of their application. Directors. Ms. Dunning's years of enthusiastic volunteerism and altruistic contributions to the 4. The applicant must be attending or have graduated Plymouth Community make her a model for today's from an accredited high school and provide I'd like to make monthly contributions to the youth. Community Financial is pleased to offer transcripts for current and previous years. scholarship fund on the day of scholarships in her honor. 5. Written recommendations from three present or each month from my Community Financial former instructors and/or employers, dated within account number the last three months, are required. in the amount of $ . 6. A history of work experience, including periods The Scholarship Fund provides no goods or services in GEORGE LAWTON of employment, duties, earnings and performance consideration for contributions. MEMORIAL awards or recognition by employers must be SCHOLARSHIP FUND included with the application. 7. An outline of community and/or extracurricular The George Lawton Memorial involvement, including dates/years of involvement, Scholarship Fund was established must be included with the application. Member Signature to honor the memory of the credit 8. Detailed financial need and resources must be union's General Manager of 29 provided. years. Mr. Lawton is best remembered for his kind heart and unrelenting drive to help others. 9. Applicants may be male or female, and of any Thank You For Your Support! ethnic or religious affiliation. Community Financial Scholarship Fund 500 South Harvey Street P.O. Box 8050 Plymouth, MI 48170-8050 Community Financial employees, their relatives, board members and scholarship board members are not eligible for these scholarships. Community Financial For details call (734) 453-1200 or email Scholarship Fund is an affiliate of Community Financial Members Federal Credit ● Union. [email protected] www.cfcu.org The financial records of the Fund are available upon request. MICS # 26419.