MIRAMAR, Fla. (May 18, 2025) – Tropical Financial Credit Union, a not-for-profit financial institution based in Broward County, is now accepting applications for its annual scholarship program, awarding a total of $10,000 to help students further their education.
The program is open to high school seniors planning to attend college, as well as adult learners pursuing a college or graduate degree. Three students will be selected to receive financial support, including one $5,000 grand prize scholarship and two $2,500 awards.
Applicants must have a GPA of 2.5 or higher and be members of Tropical Financial Credit Union prior to the application deadline. Becoming a member is simple, just apply and open a checking account. Community involvement, volunteer work, and extracurricular activities will also be considered during the selection process.
New this year, applicants can choose between two submission formats, video or essay, both centered around the prompt: How has Tropical Financial helped you on your financial journey?
Video submissions must be between 30 seconds and two minutes in length. Essay submissions should[GC1] be 500 words or less and outline applicants’ academic goals, financial journey, and the role Tropical Financial has played along the way.
Applications will be accepted from May 18 through May 29, with judging and winner selection taking place in mid to late-June.
“We know the cost of higher education continues to be a challenge for many families,” said Rick Shaw, president and CEO of Tropical Financial Credit Union. “This program is one of the ways we support our members and invest in their future.”
To learn more about eligibility requirements, how to apply, or how to become a member, visit https://www.tropicalfcu.com/tfcu-scholarship-2026.
About Tropical Financial Credit Union
Based in Miramar, Florida, Tropical Financial Credit Union, the Official Credit Union of the Florida Panthers, is a member-owned, not-for-profit financial institution whose deposits are federally insured. Anyone who lives or works in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Martin, St. Lucie, Lee, Collier, Hendry, and Sarasota counties can join. Tropical Financial Credit Union was formed in 1935 by employees of the former Southern Bell. For more information, visit www.tropicalfcu.com.
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