Pioneer Appalachia Federal Credit Union
2026 Scholarship
2026 Scholarship
Program
Investing in education. Empowering our communities. Each year, Pioneer AFCU awards scholarships to members who demonstrate academic commitment, community involvement, and a thoughtful approach to their financial future.
$1,000 Per Award
5 Recipients
$5,000 Total Awarded
Key Dates
Now — May 4, 2026
Applications Open
Submit by close of business. Incomplete or late applications will not be considered.
May 22, 2026
Recipient Notification
All scholarship recipients will be notified by this date.
June 23, 2026
Awards Presented
Scholarships awarded at Pioneer AFCU's Annual Meeting.
Who Can Apply
The Pioneer AFCU Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are members of Pioneer Appalachia Federal Credit Union.
- Be an active Pioneer AFCU member — the student must be the member, not a parent or guardian
- Maintain a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75
- Be pursuing post-secondary education in the upcoming academic year
- Be a member in good standing with Pioneer AFCU
What to Submit
Your complete application package must include all four of the following items. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
1
Completed application form
Download and fill out the official Pioneer AFCU scholarship application.
2
Original essay
Write an original response to the annual scholarship prompt included in the application.
3
Official transcript
Include an official high school or college transcript showing your cumulative GPA.
4
Letter of recommendation
At least one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, or community leader.
How to Submit
Submit by Email
Send all materials as attachments to:
jacob.losh@pioneerafcu.orgSubject line: Scholarship Application — [Your Name]
Submit by Mail
Mail your complete application package to:
Pioneer Appalachia FCU
1316 Kanawha Boulevard E
Charleston, WV 25301
Attn: Jacob Losh – Scholarship
Have Questions?
Contact Jacob Losh directly for guidance through the application process:
(304) 340-7012 jacob.losh@pioneerafcu.orgFrequently Asked Questions
The Pioneer AFCU Scholarship is open to graduating high school seniors and current college students who are members of Pioneer Appalachia Federal Credit Union with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75. The student applying must be the member — not a parent or guardian.
A completed scholarship application form, an original essay responding to the annual prompt, an official high school or college transcript, and at least one letter of recommendation. All four items must be submitted together — incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
All recipients will be notified by May 22, 2026. Scholarships will be formally presented at Pioneer AFCU's Annual Meeting on June 23, 2026.
Membership is required to apply. If you're not yet a member, you can join Pioneer AFCU — membership is open to anyone in our service area across West Virginia, Ohio, and Kentucky. Visit our membership page to get started.
No. All applications and required materials must be received by close of business on May 4, 2026. Late or incomplete applications will not be considered under any circumstances.
Download the application and guidelines using the buttons below, or contact Jacob Losh at jacob.losh@pioneerafcu.org or (304) 340-7012 to have them sent to you directly.
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