Foundation grant opportunity designed to aid at-risk youth
The National Credit Union Foundation has opened an At-Risk Youth Financial Well-Being Grant, making $500,000 in funding available to support credit unions expanding access, opportunity, and financial well-being for young people facing systemic barriers.
Applications are now open and will be accepted through June 26. Individual awards will generally be up to $25,000, with approximately 20 credit unions expected to receive funding.
“Credit unions are uniquely positioned to meet people where they are and walk alongside them on their financial well-being journey,” said Lauren Culp, Executive Director of the National Credit Union Foundation. “Through this grant, we’re investing in the partnerships, products, and programs that help young people build confidence, discover access, and establish long-term resilience by working with and through credit unions to bring our mission to life.”
The At-Risk Youth Financial Well-Being Grant supports credit unions of all asset sizes that demonstrate readiness to:
- Deliver financial education and solutions tailored to real-life needs;
- Build trusted partnerships with schools, social service agencies, and community organizations;
- Expand access to financial products and services for youth with limited traditional support systems;
- Measure changes in financial knowledge, confidence, and resilience; and
- Generate stories and insights that strengthen advocacy effort.
To support interested applicants, the Foundation will host an informational webinar on May 27, covering application details, eligibility, and what makes a strong proposal.
Beyond funding individual programs, the Foundation will work alongside grant recipients to capture insights, build resources, and elevate impact stories to ensure credit unions across the country learn from one another and strengthen their collective approach to improving financial well-being.
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