FMFCU Foundation is proud to award grants, scholarships and awards to those serving our community.
NONPROFIT COMMUNITY GRANTS
One-time grants up to $1,000 to local nonprofit organizations
Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union Foundation will fund programs or projects that deliver measurable, sustainable improvements in the communities we serve. These grants are intended to strengthen nonprofits and enhance programs in our community.
DEADLINE: June 30, 2023
The Community Nonprofit Grants will focus on programs that provide:
- Programs that engage youth and their families
- Programs that enhance workforce development through employment and training
- Programs that benefit the social, economic, mental and physical wellbeing of individuals and families in the local area
Organizations with a 501(c)(3) status and located in Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, or New Castle counties, West Philadelphia or University City are eligible.
JOHN D. UNANGST MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP
One-time scholarship of $3,000 awarded to five high school senior applicants
Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union Foundation is committed to education of youth in our community. FMFCU Foundation will award the prestigious John D. Unangst Memorial Scholarships to five high school seniors who will be attending a full time course of study at an accredited two or four year college, university, trade, technical, or business school.
The application period is now closed. Recipients will be recognized at the 2023 FMFCU Foundation Celebration. View recipients here.
TEACHER MINI GRANTS
One-time grants ranging from $200 – $500 for classroom needs
FMFCU Foundation will fund innovative educational experiences for K-12 students that may not otherwise be funded in the 2022-2023 school year. Teachers may request funds for classroom supplies, technology, books, funding for classroom projects or programs.
The application period is now closed. The 2022-2023 recipients can be viewed here.
EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING AWARDS
Local teachers can be nominated to receive $1,000 grants towards educational expenses and $1,000 for their school.
The Excellence in Teaching Award recognizes 20 outstanding and dedicated teachers in our area. Recipients of this award receive $1,000 towards classroom expenses and a commemorative keepsake. The recipient’s school also receives a $1,000 award. A total of $40,000 will be awarded to schools and educators!
- Nomination eligibility:
- Teachers can be nominated by students, parents, co-workers or supervisors!
- Nominees must be Pennsylvania- or Delaware-certified active teachers in good standing that provide direct instruction to students in a classroom setting.
- Nominees must teach in one of the following counties:
- Chester
- Delaware
- Montgomery
- New Castle
- Philadelphia
The application period is now closed. Recipients will be recognized at the 2023 FMFCU Foundation Celebration. View recipients here.
