(LAS VEGAS, NV.) January 24, 2025 – Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU) is now accepting applications for the 2025 People Over Profit (POP) Foundation Scholarships for Nevada High School Seniors. Since 1989, more than $1,300,000 in scholarships have been awarded to outstanding Southern Nevada students to pay tuition in higher education.
The POP Foundation Scholarship Program recognizes students who demonstrate excellence in academics, extracurricular activities, and community involvement. Each year, ten (10) recipients receive a renewable $2,000 scholarship for four years, up to $8,000 total. Eight of the ten scholarships are merit based, one is need-based, and another is reserved for a future teacher.
“At Silver State Schools Credit Union, we are deeply committed to investing in Nevada’s future by supporting the academic dreams of our youth,” said Scott A. Arkills, President/CEO, Silver State Schools Credit Union. “The POP Foundation Scholarship Program reflects our dedication to fostering success, inspiring community involvement, and easing the financial burden of higher education for Nevada’s brightest students.”
The scholarship program is designed for SSSCU members graduating from an accredited high school within the State of Nevada in 2025. All Nevada residents can become a member at SSSCU, thereby becoming eligible for this valuable scholarship opportunity. The 2025 scholarship application deadline is 11:59 pm PST on Friday, March 7, 2025. For complete details and to apply, visit www.popfoundationlv.org/scholarships
About the POP Foundation and SSSCU
Recognizing the positive impacts of its employees, the Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU) Board of Directors and its Executive Team established the Silver State Schools CU People Over Profit (POP) Foundation, a Nevada nonprofit charitable 501(c)(3) organization in 2019. As the charitable arm of SSSCU, the POP Foundation strives to elevate education and Financial Literacy by providing Southern Nevada students and educators with tools, resources, and access to build a better future by educating, empowering, and enhancing our community for the common good. From partnering with like-minded local nonprofit organizations, to uncovering unmet needs within our community, we are eager to do more for Southern Nevada students and educators. When you donate to the Silver State Schools CU People Over Profit (POP) Foundation, your financial support enables us to put funds toward bettering the lives of the education community. To give a tax-deductible donation and make a lasting difference in the life of a child, or learn more about the POP Foundation, please visit popfoundation.com.
Silver State Schools Credit Union (SSSCU), founded in 1951, is a State-Chartered financial co-operative Prioritizing People Over Profit. The Credit Union serves nearly 64,000 members of the educational community and the Southern Nevada community at large, with ten branches in the valley. SSSCU provides “Excellent Member Service and Financial Solutions – For Life!” via a wide range of banking products, that are simple, secure, and convenient. As of September 30, 2024, SSSCU reported Total Assets of $1.241 Billion, Deposits of $1.138 Billion, and loans of $907 Million. Liquidity remains strong at $99 Million, and the Credit Union is well capitalized with a Regulatory Net Worth at $120 Million, equal to 9.71% of Total Assets. Accounts are insured up to $500,000. American Share Insurance (ASI) insures each account up to $250,000. Excess Share Insurance Corporation provides up to an additional $250,000 of insurance per account. This institution is not federally insured. For more information, visit silverstatecu.com.
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CONTACT:
Sal Carrera
Director of Development
Silver State Schools CU People Over Profit Foundation
scarrera@popfoundationlv.org
702.661.1276
