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Free Money For Students

Free Money For Students

Feb 13, 2019 | 2:24 PM

Post secondary students looking for financial help, can apply for a bursary from Interior Savings until Feb. 28.

The credit union is awarding up to one thousand bursaries  — each worth $1,000 — to students who qualify.

“Local money for local good is so much more than our tagline; it’s our commitment to investing in our communities and our members,” says Kathy Conway, Interior Savings’ CEO. “Our Million Dollar Bursary program is one way we give back to our young members in the hope that we will make a meaningful difference in their lives and help them achieve their full potential.”

Over the past five years, 171 Vernon students are among the 2,500 recipients.

“The bursary program is intended for students between the ages of 17 and 24, who are entering or returning to full-time study towards a degree, diploma or trade certification program at a designated post-secondary institution in 2019 or 2020,” says Conway. “Students can only be awarded this bursary once.”

To be eligible, members have until February 28th to complete the online bursary application. If not already a member, the Credit Union says it’s easy to join and the student account is free.

You can get details on how to apply at at www.milliondollarbursary.com