Frontwave Foundation Scholarship Program

You Serve. You Lead. We Got You.

Whether you're serving in uniform or giving back in your community, you're making a real difference. You’ve stepped up, shown heart, and pushed through whatever came your way. Now it’s our turn to have your back. The Frontwave Foundation Scholarship offers up to $14,000 to help Frontwave Credit Union Members keep moving forward. That includes students and active-duty service Members working toward their next mission—college. We’re backing people who hustle, serve, and lead. Because success isn’t just about grades. It’s about grit.

COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

MILITARY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION
 

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SCHOLARSHIP DETAILS

We're awarding $14,000 in scholarships to help Frontwave Members take their next step! Half for Community Members, half for Military Members.

Each Group Receives
Top Award – $2,500
Second Place – $1,000
Up to 7 More – $500
 
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WHO CAN APPLY

Frontwave Members only (primary account holder).

Community: Ages 17–22 by Aug. 1, 2025.

Military: Active-duty E-4 or below by Aug. 1, 2025.

Must be enrolled or accepted to a 2 or 4-year college.

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KEY DATES

Applications Open
May 1, 2025
 
Deadline to Apply
June 20, 2025
 
Essays Reviewed by
July 25, 2025
 
Winners Notified
Week of July 28
 
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HOW YOU'LL BE SCORED

Essay
Evaluated on personal story, clarity and impact.
 
GPA
Points awarded based on your cumulative GPA.
 
Volunteer Hours
Extra points for giving back through community service.
 

How to Apply

You’ve already done the hard part—now it’s time to finish strong! To apply, simply fill out our online application, write your essay, and upload your transcript. We’ll also need your school information (so we know where to send the funds if you’re selected), and if you're applying in the Military category, your military ID and rank. Please note: applicants may only apply in one category—either Community or Military—not both.

COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION

MILITARY SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATION


 

Not a Frontwave Member yet? You can join with as little as $5 by opening a savings account.
 

The Frontwave Foundation Scholarship Program is administered by the Frontwave Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Scholarships are awarded at the discretion of the Foundation’s selection committee. Award amounts and number of recipients may vary. Eligibility requires active membership with Frontwave Credit Union. All applicant information is used solely for the purpose of program administration and will not be shared outside the review committee or designated administrators. Scholarship funds will be sent directly to the recipient’s school and applied toward tuition, fees, or other approved academic expenses.