Travis Credit Union Foundation Launches New Community Heroes Program

August 13, 2024

A Student Loan Assistance Program that Reduces Loan Burdens by $5,000 for Qualifying Candidates

Vacaville, CA – The Travis Credit Union Foundation proudly announces the launch of its inaugural Community Heroes Student Loan Assistance Program. Known as the Community Heroes program, this new initiative aims to alleviate student loan burdens for individuals making a significant impact in their local communities, whether through professional careers or personal volunteer efforts.

The Community Heroes program will provide four recipients with $5,000 each to help reduce their student loan debt. This initiative demonstrates the Foundation's dedication to helping local community leaders achieve financial independence, while also motivating them to continue their important work within their communities.

"We are thrilled to introduce Community Heroes," said Damian Alarcon, president of Travis Credit Union Foundation. "This program is designed to make a real difference in the lives of community heroes by helping them move towards financial freedom. We hope this support will encourage them to continue their valuable work in the community for many years to come."

Eligibility Criteria:

Residency Requirement: Must reside in a county serviced by Travis Credit Union: Alameda, Colusa, Contra Costa, Merced, Napa, Placer, Sacramento, San Joaquin, Solano, Sonoma, Stanislaus, or Yolo.

Student Loan Criteria: Must have a student loan debt balance of at least $5,000.

Community Involvement: Must provide documentation of significant contributions to local communities through professional work or volunteer activities.

This is a merit-based student loan assistance program with no comparable programs offered by non-profit organizations in the United States. Applications and nominations are now open, and interested parties can apply or nominate individuals through the Travis Credit Union Foundation website at https://www.tcufund.org/community-heroes.html. The deadline for submissions is Monday, September 9 at 11:59 pm PDT.


About Travis Credit Union Foundation
The Travis Credit Union Foundation supports financial education and wellness initiatives and is the philanthropic arm of Travis Credit Union. The Foundation is committed to making a positive impact in the communities it serves through financial education, charitable giving, and community support. Travis Credit Union generously funds the administrative costs of the Travis Credit Union Foundation, allowing for 100% of funds raised to go back to the community. To learn more about the Travis Credit Union Foundation’s mission and how to participate in all it’s doing to build financial wellness in the communities it serves, visit tcufund.org.

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PO Box 1086, Vacaville, CA
95687-9998

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