John Aman Memorial Scholarship | Unison Credit Union

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John Aman
Memorial Scholarship

The Unison Credit Union John Aman Memorial Scholarship awards $2,000 to students who best mirror the credit union philosophy of “people helping people” and who have learned the importance of volunteerism and giving back to their community.

This scholarship is given in memory of John Aman, Unison’s first CEO, who was hired in 1970. Aman’s commitment to the credit union industry and community was evident through his passion for volunteerism and putting the needs of our membership first.

Accepting Applications: Monday, October 28, 2024
Deadline: Friday, March 7, 2025, by 3:00 pm
Scholarship Amount: $2,000
Membership: Not required, but may be considered

Scoring & Eligibility

Applications are scored based on students who have learned the importance of volunteerism and giving back to their community. We also look at co-curricular activities and employment.

You do not need to be a Unison Credit Union member to apply, but additional consideration may be given to current members or children of current members. Children and family members of current Unison employees are not eligible to apply.
Applicants must be graduating high school seniors planning to attend a two to four-year degree program at a college, university, or technical school.
Must live or attend high school in one of our membership-eligible areas of Brown, Calumet, Manitowoc, Outagamie, or Winnebago County.

Winning Scholars Information

Winners of the scholarship will be notified at the school’s awards presentation.
If the student is not present, he or she will be notified by mail.

In order to receive the scholarship proceeds, you must present proof of enrollment at your school of choice (e.g., a copy of the class schedule or invoice). The check will be made out to the student. Scholarship award money will be paid out in one check for the fall semester. It is the student’s responsibility to contact Unison Credit Union.

Our Application Window is Closed

Thank you to everyone who applied for the 2024 John Aman Memorial Scholarship.
Our Scholarship Committee will thoroughly review all applications in the coming weeks.

How To Apply

Download and complete our 2025 John Aman Memorial Scholarship Application.
Submit your completed application packet in one of the following ways:

Email
scholarships@unisoncu.org

Mail
Unison Credit Union, Attn: Marketing, PO Box 260, Kaukauna, WI 54130
Any application postmarked after March 7, 2025 will not be considered.

Drop off in Person
Unison Credit Union, Attn: Marketing, 1616 Crooks Ave., Kaukauna, WI 54130

Congratulations to Past Recipients

“I have done several volunteer projects for my community, but my favorite has been participating in the Kaukauna Police Department K-9 fundraiser.”

Garett Graff Kaukauna High School

“I coach basketball for third and fourth graders. Teaching them how to play the sport that I love is important to me because you get to see them grow in something that they are learning for the first time.”

Lydia Feidt Fox Valley Lutheran High School

“As a buddy of the Miracle League of the Fox Valley, I formed relationships with children with disabilities in our community and was able to make their day by being a friend and helping them participate in modified baseball.”

Carissa Hendricks Wrightstown High School

“Once a week, I volunteer at Feeding America with my Grandma, not only to spend time with my loved one, but also to give back to the community and those facing hunger. ”

Trisha Lenz Little Chute Career Pathways Academy