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SASCU Celebrates the Class of 2026 with $30,000 in Scholarships and Education Awards

SALMON ARM (June 30, 2026) — SASCU Credit Union is proud to congratulate the Class of 2026 and celebrate the achievements of students across the Shuswap and North Okanagan.

This year, SASCU awarded $30,000 in scholarships and Education Awards to 20 students continuing their education after high school. The funding included 13 scholarships and seven Education Awards for students attending Eagle River Secondary School, Salmon Arm Secondary School, Salmon Arm Storefront School, King's Christian School, A.L. Fortune Secondary School, and Okanagan College.

Since 2020, SASCU has invested more than $200,000 in scholarships and awards to help local students reach their education and career goals.

"Our communities are stronger when we invest in young people," said Barry Delaney, Chief Executive Officer of SASCU Credit Union. "These students have worked hard to reach this milestone, and we are proud to support them as they continue their education. We congratulate every graduate in the Class of 2026 and wish them all the best in the years ahead."

As a member-owned financial co-operative, SASCU is committed to helping people build strong futures. Supporting education is one of the many ways SASCU gives back to the communities it serves. In addition to scholarships and awards, SASCU invests in financial education, community partnerships, sponsorships, grants, and volunteer programs that help local people thrive.

Congratulations to all graduates of the Class of 2026. We wish you success in your future studies, careers, and wherever your path takes you.

About SASCU

SASCU Financial Group offers a broad range of personal and business financial services through SASCU Credit Union and its three lines of business, SASCU Insurance, SASCU Wealth and Commercial banking. SASCU Credit Union branches are in Sicamous and Sorrento, plus two in Salmon Arm. Insurance offices are located in Salmon Arm and Enderby.  Established in 1946, SASCU has more than 20,000 members, 165 staff and $1 billion in assets. In addition, SASCU stewards $235 million in client investments and serves more than 5,000 insurance customers.  Learn more at sascu.com

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SASCU Financial Group
Barry Delaney
President & Chief Executive Officer
250.833.1310 | barrydelaney@sascu.com