2026 Lighthouse Community Beacon Scholarship

The Lighthouse Credit Union Foundation's Community Beacon Scholarship is awarded to an applicant who has a proven history of community involvement, dedicated to their academics and is planning to attend or currently attending a 2- or 4-year accredited program in the Fall of 2026. This scholarship supports emerging leaders dedicated to creating meaningful change in their communities. This scholarship exclusively focuses on applicants pursuing a career that aligns with our mission to address critical needs in Housing, Food Insecurity and/or Education.

• A copy of your current school transcript (for those already enrolled in school) or most recent (high school/GED transcript submitted by March 10, 2026)

• Letters of recommendation from two (2) of the following: high school faculty, coach, employer (supervisor), or community organization member. One letter of recommendation must confirm your community involvement and why your chosen career path and/or field of education will support one of the following areas: Housing, Food Insecurity or Education

• A 500 word essay.

• A college, technical school or graduate program acceptance letter or proof of current enrollment.

• An available list of honors, awards, academic activities and volunteer work, employment, and leadership positions – these will be needed to complete the application.

• The student applying must be a Lighthouse Credit Union member in good standing at the time of application and award.