Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation to Award $10,000 in Scholarships to Select Student Members

Basking Ridge, N.J. (March 1, 2017) – Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation announced its annual scholarship award program, with the application process beginning today, March 1. This year, up to 10 members will be selected to receive a $1,000 scholarship.

The scholarships to be awarded include:

• The Robert L. Birkhahn Community Spirit Sponsorship: Dedicated to the late Affinity Executive Vice President Robert L. Birkhahn, this award is a tribute to the values and dedication to his community that Bob showcased throughout his life and time with the Affinity team. This award is for students who are graduating from high school and planning to attend an accredited two or four year college.

• The Richard A. Romano Rutgers Scholarship: In honor of Richard A. Romano, a former member of the Affinity Federal Credit Union Board of Directors, this scholarship is in tribute to the invaluable volunteerism and great contributions he has made to Affinity. Eligible students include current high school seniors intending to attend Rutgers, students transferring to Rutgers, and current Rutgers undergraduate students.

• The Affinity Continuing Education Scholarship: Dedicated to students who have completed at least one year of college, and who are continuing their pursuit of higher education. This award pays tribute to the students persevering in pursuit of their academic goals.

Committed to strengthening the communities it serves, the Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation takes pride in helping members achieve their educational goals. This year’s scholarships will be awarded to members based on community involvement, academic achievement, and extra-curricular activities. All applications must be submitted online.

To learn more about this program, please visit https://www.affinityfcu.com/foundation/affinity-scholarship-program.aspx. To be considered for a scholarship, please submit an application at https://affinityfcu.awardspring.com/.

If you have any additional questions about this opportunity, please contact Jennifer Oakley via email at scholarship@affinityfcu.com or by phone (800) 325-0808 ext. 3521.

For additional information about the Foundation, or to interview an Affinity executive, please contact Anjelica Sena at Stern Strategy Group at amsena@sternstrategy.com.

About the Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation:

The Affinity Federal Credit Union Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the Affinity Federal Credit Union and its members. Together, we leverage our contributions to make impactful investments in local, grassroots charitable organizations, with a special focus on improving the financial lives of our members, friends and neighbors in the communities where we live, work, worship and attend school. Along with our volunteer efforts, together we are working to "Create Something Better." For more information, please follow us on Facebook (AffinityGives) and Twitter (@AffinityFCUfdn).

About Affinity Federal Credit Union:

Affinity Federal Credit Union is the largest credit union headquartered in New Jersey. With more than $2.3 billion in assets, Affinity has a network of more than 135,000 members from over 2,700 businesses, organizations and clubs throughout the country. Affinity members have access to a network of more than 5,000 shared branches and nearly 30,000 surcharge-free ATMs nationwide. The credit union is a member-owned, not-for-profit, full-service financial institution that has been offering superior financial services for consumers and businesses with a member-oriented focus since 1935. Affinity’s consumer banking services include a full suite of deposit products, mobile and online banking, auto, real estate, education and personal loans. Affinity offers a comprehensive set of products and services to support its business members, offering better rates and lower fees than most banks. Whether it is a new venture or a well-established organization, Affinity has the right products and services for each stage of business. Federally insured by NCUA. For more information, please visit www.affinityfcu.com and follow us on Facebook (AffinityFCU) and Twitter (@AffinityFCU).